Overview

Learn the rules that shape our society and how to apply them to an industry driven by innovation. A Bachelor of Laws/Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) give you an accredited qualification in law that you can apply to the discipline of engineering. Learn rules that govern Australian trade laws and sharpen your technical expertise and management skills. Prepare for a career in biomedical, civil, construction, manufacturing, mechanical, network and telecommunications environments.

Change of Preference Expo

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Your major

Architectural

This major combines structural and environmental building engineering with architectural creativity. You'll be creating the buildings of tomorrow in both on-site class and unique industry placements. Learn the practice and theory of architectural design and construction through a host of Work Integrated Learning opportunities.

Skills you’ll learn

  • Australian law
  • Analyse legal issues
  • Persuasive communication
  • Problem solving
  • Engineering principles
  • Analytical problem solving

Your career opportunities

  • Solicitor
  • Legal counsel
  • Lawyer
  • Civil Engingeer
  • Electrical Engineer
  • Industrial Engineer

Key codes

CRICOS course code
107342M
VTAC Code (IFP)
3400211163
VTAC Code (CSP)
3400211161
International student visa

International students in Australia who hold student visas are required to study full-time and on campus. Courses that are taught entirely online are only available to international students studying outside Australia or those in Australia who are not on a student visa. Online courses are not available to international students in Australia who hold a student visa.

Professional accreditations

Why Swinburne?

Ranked Top 200 in Law

Times Higher Education World University Ranking by Subject 2023 

Ranked Top 150 in Law

ARWU Global Ranking of Academic Subjects 2022

Ranked Top 175 in Engineering and Technology

Times Higher Education World University Ranking by Subject 2023

Ranked Top 300 in Engineering

QS World University Rankings by Subject 2023

Qualifications

One of the following:

  • successful completion of the Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) or its equivalent, such as an interstate or international Year 12 qualification
  • completion or partial completion of an approved tertiary qualification (including certificates IV (completed), diplomas, advanced diplomas, associate degrees and degrees).

You’ll be guaranteed a place in this course if you meet or exceed the ATAR Guaranteed Entry Score, provided you meet the course prerequisites.

If your ATAR is below the guaranteed entry score, you can still be offered a place as your ATAR may be adjusted based on subject bonuses, equity schemes or other factors. Use the above ATAR as a guide on your eligibility, and see the course handbook page for more information on entry requirements. 

One of the following:

  • the Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) or its equivalent, such as an interstate or international Year 12 qualification.
  • completion or partial completion of an approved tertiary qualification (including Diplomas, Advanced Diplomas, Associate Degrees and Degrees).

Guaranteed Entry ATAR

80.0

Lowest ATAR to receive an offer in 2023 [after adjustment factors]

70.05

Course prerequisites

  • VCE Units 3 and 4 – a minimum study score of 25 in any English (except EAL) or 30 in English as Alternate Language (EAL) or equivalent
  • VCE Units 3 and 4 : a study score of at least 20 in any Mathematical Methods (CAS).
  • VCE Units 3 and 4: a minimum study score of 25 in any English (except EAL) or 30 in English as Alternate Language (EAL) or equivalent
Admission requirements

Meeting the minimum entry requirements for the course does not guarantee an offer of a place. Check admission requirements for general information about the admission process.

English language requirements

Satisfactory completion of one of the following:

Need to undertake an English assessment for entry?

A prerequisite for many courses, the Pearson Test of English (PTE Academic) can now be done at our Hawthorn campus.

Admission requirements

Meeting the minimum entry requirements for the course does not guarantee an offer of a place. Check admission requirements for general information about the admission process.

Credit transfer

Credit is granted in recognition of previous study and/or experience and allows students to gain advanced standing towards their course. Applicants are assessed on a case-by-case basis.

Recognition of prior learning

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) allows students to gain credit (advanced standing) towards their course in recognition of skills and knowledge gained through work experience, life experience and/or formal training. Applicants are assessed on a case-by-case basis.

Finding your fit

At Swinburne, we recognise that not one size fits all. If this course doesn’t meet all your study criteria, check out these alternatives.

Add your major

Add your major for a more personalised experience.

How credit points work

Successful completion of the Bachelor of Laws/ Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) requires students to complete units of study to the value of 650 credit points. All units of study are valued at 12.5 credit points unless otherwise stated.

31
Core units
+
18
Major units
+
4
Placement units
+
4
Units of other studies
=
Double degree

Your units

These are some examples of the units currently in this course. Your sequence may vary depending on unit availability, prerequisite requirements and the semester in which you commenced your course.

Units of study Unit code
Core units
Introduction to Australian Law and Statutory Interpretation
Core unit, 12.5 credit points
LAW10010
Contract Law
Core unit, 12.5 credit points
LAW10011
Commercial Law
Core unit, 12.5 credit points
LAW10013
Torts 1
Core unit, 12.5 credit points
LAW10014
Criminal Law and Procedure
Core unit, 12.5 credit points
LAW10015
Torts 2
Core unit, 12.5 credit points
LAW10025
Legal Writing
Core unit, 12.5 credit points
LAW10026
Evidence
Core unit, 12.5 credit points
LAW20009
Administrative Law
Core unit, 12.5 credit points
LAW20010
Trade Marks and Related Rights
Core unit, 12.5 credit points
LAW20011
Federal and State Constitutional Law
Core unit, 12.5 credit points
LAW20012
Property Law
Core unit, 12.5 credit points
LAW20013
Land Law
Core unit, 12.5 credit points
LAW20014
Legal Technology and Innovation
Core unit, 12.5 credit points
LAW20040
Copyright
Core unit, 12.5 credit points
LAW20043
Patents and Designs
Core unit, 12.5 credit points
LAW30011
Equity and Trusts
Core unit, 12.5 credit points
LAW30012
Company Law
Core unit, 12.5 credit points
LAW30013
Legal Practice and Professional Conduct
Core unit, 12.5 credit points
LAW30015
Civil Procedure and Alternative Dispute Resolution
Core unit, 12.5 credit points
LAW30029
Professional Experience in Law 1
Core unit
LAW10016
Professional Experience in Law 2
Core unit
LAW20018
Professional Experience in Law 3
Core unit
LAW30016
Units of study Unit code
Core units
Introduction to Programming
Core unit, 12.5 credit points
COS10009
Humanitarian Engineering Design Project
Core unit, 12.5 credit points
ENG10001
Calculus and Applications
Core unit, 12.5 credit points
MTH10012
Energy and Motion
Core unit, 12.5 credit points
PHY10001
Technology in an Indigenous Context Project
Core unit, 12.5 credit points
COS10025
Engineering Materials
Core unit, 12.5 credit points
ENG10002
Engineering Mechanics
Core unit, 12.5 credit points
ENG10003
Linear Algebra and Applications
Core unit, 12.5 credit points
MTH10013
Professional Experience in Engineering
Core unit
EAT20008
Final Year Capstone Project 1
Core unit, 12.5 credit points, Choose if majoring in Architectural, Civil, Mechanical or Product Design
ENG40005
Final Year Capstone Project 2
Core unit, 12.5 credit points, Choose if majoring in Architectural, Civil, Mechanical or Product Design
ENG40006
Engineering Technology Project A (ENG/CS)
Core unit, 12.5 credit points, Choose if majoring in Software
EAT40005
Engineering Technology Project B (ENG/CS)
Core unit, 12.5 credit points, Choose if majoring in Software
EAT40006
Engineering Technology Project A
Core unit, 12.5 credit points, Choose if majoring in Biomedical, Electrical or Robotics
ENG40007
Engineering Technology Project B
Core unit, 12.5 credit points, Choose if majoring in Biomedical, Electrical or Robotics
ENG40008
Major units (Architectural)
Architectural Engineering Studio Project 1
Major unit, 12.5 credit points
ARC10004
Digital Engineering Project
Major unit, 12.5 credit points
CVE20015
Introductory Design Studio
Major unit, 12.5 credit points
DDD10006
Structural Mechanics
Major unit, 12.5 credit points
MEE20004
Architectural Engineering Studio Project 2
Major unit, 12.5 credit points
ARC20006
Design of Concrete Structures
Major unit, 12.5 credit points
CVE20003
Interior Architecture Communication
Major unit, 12.5 credit points
DIA10005
Interior Architecture Digital Documentation 1
Major unit, 12.5 credit points
DIA20003
Design of Steel Structures
Major unit, 12.5 credit points
CVE30002
Statistics and Computation for Engineering
Major unit, 12.5 credit points
MTH20010
Architectural Engineering Major Project 1
Major unit, 12.5 credit points
ARC40001
Engineering Management Project
Major unit, 12.5 credit points
MME30002
Geomechanics
Major unit, 12.5 credit points
CVE20004
Professional Practice 1: BIM (Building Information Management)
Major unit, 12.5 credit points
ARC30004
Geotechnical Engineering
Major unit, 12.5 credit points
CVE40001
Structural Design of Low Rise Buildings
Major unit, 12.5 credit points
CVE40002
Architectural Engineering Major Project 2
Major unit, 12.5 credit points
ARC40002
Infrastructure Design Project
Major unit, 12.5 credit points
CVE40006
Want to see the full range of electives?

Learn about all the electives you can take in the course handbook.

2025 fees

Yearly fee* ($AUD)

$13,153

Total fee* ($AUD)

$85,495

2025 fees

Yearly fee* ($AUD)

$45,720.00

Fees are estimates only

Published student tuition fees for 2025 unit enrolments in HE Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP) and Undergraduate Full Fee Paying (FFP) are subject to change based on individual circumstances at enrolment. Fees may vary for units studied in future years, with part-time fees being proportionally lower depending on the number of units taken per semester. Enrolled students will receive reasonable notice of any fee changes before payment is due.

Fees are estimates only

The indicative course fees shown apply to international students for the relevant year, based on a standard study load per year. Fees are assessed according to actual study load each semester, with variations to study load resulting in tuition fee adjustments. These fees generally include the Student Services and Amenities Fee (SSAF) and are subject to annual review. Enrolled students will receive reasonable notice of any fee changes before payment is due.

How do I pay my fees?

HECS-HELP is a loan and discount scheme available to you if you are eligible and enrolled in a Commonwealth supported place. A HECS-HELP loan can cover all or part of your contribution amount. You can also choose to pay your fees up front. 

International students need to pay tuition fees up-front by the relevant due date. You can find the due dates on your Statement of Account.

To pay your fees:

  • log in to My Financials
  • check your Australian bank account details are correct 
  • check your Statement of Account to see how much you owe 
  • pay using your preferred payment method.

Eligibility for HECS-HELP

You are eligible for a HECS-HELP loan if you have been offered a Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP) for an undergraduate degree at Swinburne or a UniLink course, and you:

  • are an Australian citizen and doing at least one unit of your course in Australia; or
  • hold a permanent humanitarian visa and will be living in Australia for the duration of your course; or
  • hold a New Zealand Special Category visa and meet the special eligibility requirements for New Zealand citizens.

Student services and amenities fee

This funding serves to improve the student experience at Swinburne. You may use many or just some of the services and amenities that the fee provides.

The fee shown in the capped amount for 2025.

This funding serves to improve the student experience at Swinburne. You may use many or just some of the services and amenities that the fee provides.

This amenities fee is included within your annual tuition fee listed above. The fee shown is the capped amount for 2025.

Please refer to the Student Services Amenities Fee page for more information.

SSAF fee* ($AUD)

$365

SSAF fee* ($AUD)

$365

Scholarships

Scholarship applications for 2025 are open. Scholarships at Swinburne are about providing opportunity, promoting equity and recognising excellence and achievement. We want you to reach your potential and achieve your life and career goals. 

Our handy guide will assist you to gather documents for your application.

When you apply for a Swinburne course, we automatically consider you for an international scholarship of up to 20 per cent off your course fees – no separate application required! Just apply for your Swinburne course of choice and when we review your course application, we will also assess you for an international scholarship.

Apply through an agent

Most international students use an education agent to help them through the application process. Swinburne has agents all over the world that can help you with your application to study. Search for a Swinburne representative in your country. If your country is not listed, please contact us.

Representatives and agents
BB-LAWENG1
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Apply directly

Ready to take on a new challenge and reach your academic goals? If you already know which course you want to study and understand the entry requirements, what are you waiting for? Apply online! Remember, you cannot apply direct if you have an active VTAC application.

Course code
BB-LAWENG1
Apply directly
Course code
BB-LAWENG1
CRICOS code
107342M
Apply directly

Apply through VTAC

International students currently studying Year 12 in Australia must apply through VTAC. VTAC is the central office that administers the application processes for places in tertiary courses, scholarships and the Special Entry Access Scheme at universities, TAFEs and independent tertiary colleges in Victoria. 

VTAC is the central office that administers the application processes for places in tertiary courses, scholarships and the Special Entry Access Scheme at universities, TAFEs and independent tertiary colleges in Victoria.

VTAC Code (CSP)
3400211161
Apply through VTAC
VTAC Code (IFP)
3400211163
Apply through VTAC
Start dates
Location
Last date to apply
Start dates
Semester 1
Location
Hawthorn
Last date to apply
26-February-2025
Start dates
03-March-2025
Semester 2
Location
Hawthorn
Last date to apply
30-July-2025
Start dates
04-August-2025
Start dates
Location
Start dates
Semester 1
Location
Hawthorn
Start dates
03-March-2025
Semester 2
Location
Hawthorn
Start dates
04-August-2025
Upcoming events
Course and Career One-on-ones
25-November-2024
Change of Preference Expo 2024
13-December-2024