Bachelor of Laws / Bachelor of Aviation Management
Blended learning – on-campus and digital learning
The Bachelor of Laws / Bachelor of Aviation Management equips students with the skills to work in commercial and general legal practice and in aviation management. All students undertake three law-related professional experience placements of 20 days each.
Gain insight into how airlines and airports operate. Learn how aircraft are designed, operated and maintained; why aircraft follow certain routes; and how airlines and airports collaborate with supply chain partners to get passengers to their destination safely and profitably.
The course covers legal principles and practices, including regulatory compliance and contract law, which are of critical importance in the aviation industry.
Graduates will have a sound professional understanding of the aviation industry and associated environments, and skills in organisational, regulatory, safety, technical and business management.
Every international student application is considered for a scholarship
Whether you’re living in Australia or overseas, you’re automatically considered for a scholarship of up to 75% off your course fees. Please check our updated entry requirements.
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Start dates
Hawthorn campus
- Semester 1 - 1 March 2021
- Semester 2 - 2 August 2021
Duration
5 Year/s
Full-time
VTAC codes
- 3400210501 (CSP)
- 3400210503 (IFP)
Faculty
Faculty of Business and Law
CRICOS code
093357A
Fees
A$36800 (annual for 2020)*
The indicative course fees shown in Course Search apply to international students for the relevant year only. They are based on a standard study load per year. However, please note that fees are assessed according to a student's study load in each semester, and variation to study load will result in an adjustment to tuition fees. All fees are subject to annual review and may be adjusted.
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.
I was fortunate to be in a position where I could choose anywhere to study at the end of year 12. Choosing Swinburne was one of the best decisions of my life. I’ve undertaken placements at an aviation insurance firm and a law firm in Indonesia, and have secured a graduate program position at the Department of Defence.
Ryan
Bachelor of Laws/Bachelor of Aviation Management
Course details
- Course structure, work integrated learning and professional recognition.
Course structure
Successful completion of the Bachelor of Laws / Bachelor of Aviation Management requires students to complete units of study to the value of 500 credit points. All units of study are valued at 12.5 credit points unless otherwise stated.
View course rules and special requirements
| Units | Unit codes | Credit points |
|---|---|---|
| Introduction to Australian Law & Statutory Interpretation | LAW10010 | 12.5 |
| Contract Law - # Priestley unit | LAW10011 | 12.5 |
| Commercial Law | LAW10013 | 12.5 |
| Torts 1 - # Priestley unit | LAW10014 | 12.5 |
| Criminal Law & Procedure - # Priestley unit | LAW10015 | 12.5 |
| Torts 2 - # Priestley unit | LAW10025 | 12.5 |
| Legal Writing | LAW10026 | 12.5 |
| Evidence - # Priestley unit | LAW20009 | 12.5 |
| Administrative Law - # Priestley unit | LAW20010 | 12.5 |
| Trade Marks & Related Rights * | LAW20011 | 12.5 |
| Federal & State Constitutional Law - # Priestley unit | LAW20012 | 12.5 |
| Property Law - # Priestley unit | LAW20013 | 12.5 |
| Land Law - # Priestley unit | LAW20014 | 12.5 |
| Copyright * | LAW20043 | 12.5 |
| Patents & Designs * | LAW30011 | 12.5 |
| Equity & Trusts * - # Priestley unit | LAW30012 | 12.5 |
| Company Law * - # Priestley unit | LAW30013 | 12.5 |
| Legal Practice & Professional Conduct * - # Priestley unit | LAW30015 | 12.5 |
| Civil Procedure and Alternative Dispute Resolution - # Priestley unit | LAW30029 | 12.5 |
*Outcome unit – completion demonstrates the attainment of course learning outcomes
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| Units | Unit codes | Credit points |
|---|---|---|
| Introduction to Aviation | AVA10001 | 12.5 |
| Human Performance and Limitation in Aviation | AVA10002 | 12.5 |
| Aviation Marketing | AVA10004 | 12.5 |
| Airline Planning and Operations | AVA10006 | 12.5 |
| Aircraft Aerodynamics and Performance | AVA10007 | 12.5 |
| Aviation Industry Forum (Part 1) | AVA10009 | 0 |
| Private Pilot Theory for Managers | AVT10003 | 12.5 |
| Either Preliminary Mathematics | MTH00007 | 12.5 |
| or Human Factors and Performance in Aviation | AVA20001 | 12.5 |
| Aviation Mathematics | MTH10008 | 12.5 |
| Introduction to Physics | PHY10002 | 12.5 |
| Airport Planning, Operation and Management | AVA20002 | 12.5 |
| Aviation Industry Forum (Part 2) | AVA20013 | 0 |
| Aviation Regulation and Operation | AVA10005 | 12.5 |
| Aviation Business Strategies and Management | AVA20003 | 12.5 |
| Aviation Legal Framework | AVA20010 | 12.5 |
| Project Management in Aviation | AVA30001 | 12.5 |
| Integrated Safety Management Systems | AVA30002 | 12.5 |
| Aviation Business Research Project 1 | AVA40006 | 12.5 |
| Aviation Business Research Project 2 | AVA40007 | 12.5 |
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Placement
3 units (0 credit points)
| Units | Unit codes | Credit points |
|---|---|---|
| Professional Experience in Law 1 | LAW10016 | 0 |
| Professional Experience in Law 2 | LAW20018 | 0 |
| Professional Experience in Law 3 | LAW30016 | 0 |
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Other studies
4 units (50 credit points)
Choose from a combination of the following course components to complete 50 credit points of other study. Students may also select elective units (12.5 credit points each).
- Full-time study: 100 credit points/eight standard units of study per year
- Part-time study: 50 credit points/four standard units of study per year
- One credit point is equivalent to one hour of study per week per semester (including contact hours and private study)
- See the course planner for an example degree structure
Course learning outcomes
The Bachelor of Laws / Bachelor of Aviation Management provides an accredited qualification in law whilst enabling learning to be contextualised to the discipline of aviation. The degree also provides students with a broad, well-rounded legal education that inculcates an understanding of the role the law plays in our society and of how it can assist Australia as a trading nation. Graduates will also have a sound professional understanding of the aviation industry and its associated environment, and skills in organisational, regulatory, safety, technical and business management.
Upon successfully completing Bachelor of Laws, the students will be able to:
- describe and demonstrate the application of the fundamental areas of Australian law and the Australian legal system and of the principles and doctrines that underpin them
- describe and demonstrate the application of ethical and professional responsibility in the practice of the law and a commitment to the pursuit of justice
- analyse and evaluate the interdisciplinary contexts in which legal issues arise and the disciplines and policy considerations that influence the content and operation of the law
- describe and compare the international legal order and the law and legal systems of Australia’s major trading partners
- critically evaluate events or factual situations, identify the legal issues to which they give rise and develop and articulate appropriate and creative responses
- undertake and critically evaluate research from a variety of sources to make judgements to solve complex legal problems with intellectual independence
- demonstrate effective and persuasive communication capabilities with legal and non-legal audiences
- communicate proficiently in professional practice to a variety of audiences, function as an effective member or leader of a diverse team and critically reflect on individual performance and professional development.
Upon successfully completing the Bachelor of Aviation Management, students will be able to:
- demonstrate coherent understanding and application of the body of knowledge of aviation management and appropriate international and domestic regulatory frameworks
- demonstrate broad and coherent knowledge of Aviation Human Factors, Aviation Management and Aviation Technology to critically analyse and solve problems and implement solutions in global professional airline, airport and aviation practice
- define and integrate theoretical principles applicable to business and apply those principles in a range of practices
- work autonomously and in teams within organisation with a focus on safety, quality, legality and profitability applying ethical standards with professional accountability and cultural sensitivity
- plan and deliver a team-based professionally-relevant research project with some independence
- demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills in a professional aviation and business context
- employ an entrepreneurial approach in contributing to innovation, development and management of change within professional airline, airport and aviation operational practice, being cognisant of the impact of business decision on the triple bottom line
- build on and continuously develop the intellectual independence to be critical and reflective learners, cognisant of new technologies.
Work Integrated Learning
Swinburne's Work Integrated Learning program provides opportunities to gain invaluable skills and confidence in knowing that you have what it takes to land a job in your field by graduation. You can also earn credit towards your degree. Choose from six- or 12-month professional placements, professional internships, industry-linked projects, industry study tours and accreditation placements. Find out more.
Choose a professional placement option:
12 months Six monthsProfessional Placement in Law
| Units | Unit codes | Credit points |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated Professional Placement A – Law | LAW20021 | 25 |
| Integrated Professional Placement B – Law | LAW20022 | 25 |
| Work Experience in Industry A | WEI20001 | 25 |
| Work Experience in Industry B | WEI20002 | 25 |
Professional Placement in Law
| Units | Unit codes | Credit points |
|---|---|---|
| Work Experience in Industry A | WEI20001 | 25 |
| Integrated Professional Placement A – Law | LAW20021 | 25 |
Note: Some Work Integrated Learning opportunities are not available to international students due to visa restrictions.
Professional recognition
The Bachelor of Laws satisfies the academic requirements for admission to practice as a lawyer in the Victorian and Australian Federal legal systems as set by the Victorian Legal Admissions Board. Please be advised that non-academic requirements must also be satisfied for admission to practice and that no law degree allows graduates to practise straight away.
Scholarships
At Swinburne scholarships are about providing opportunity, promoting equity and recognising excellence and achievement. Scholarships are available for both commencing and current students.
How to enter this course
- Entry requirements, English language requirements and prerequisites.
How to apply
Find out more about how to apply.
View the Course Admission Information, which includes the ATAR and Student profiles for this course. Swinburne’s general admissions information is also available here.