Bachelor of Laws / Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)
with a major in Architectural – Blended learning – on-campus and digital learning
The Bachelor of Laws / Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) provides an accredited qualification in law whilst enabling learning to be contextualised to the discipline of engineering. 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 the technical expertise and management skills to lead to a future within biomedical, civil, construction, manufacturing, mechanical, network and telecommunication environments.
Selected major: Architectural
This major invites students to combine structural and environmental building engineering with architectural creativity. Learn the practice and theory of designing and constructing the buildings of tomorrow.
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Start dates
Hawthorn campus
- Semester 1 - 1 March 2021
- Semester 2 - 2 August 2021
Duration
78 Month/s (6.5 years)
Full-time
VTAC codes
- 3400211161 (CSP)
- 3400211163 (IFP)
Faculty
Faculty of Business and Law
CRICOS code
092704F
Fees
A$37600 (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.
Course details
- Course structure, work integrated learning, career opportunities and professional recognition.
Course structure
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.
View course rules and special requirements
View Swinburne Engineering Competencies relevant to learning outcomes for this course.
| Units | Unit codes | Credit points |
|---|---|---|
| Introduction to Australian Law and 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 and Procedure - # Priestley unit | LAW10015 | 12.5 |
| Torts 2 - # Priestley unit | LAW10025 | 12.5 |
| Legal Writing | LAW10026 | 12.5 |
| Evidence - # Priestley unit | LAW20009 | 12.5 |
| Administration Law - # Priestley unit | LAW20010 | 12.5 |
| Trade Marks and Related Rights * | LAW20011 | 12.5 |
| Federal and 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 and 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Engineering Design and Innovation | ENG10001 | 12.5 |
| Engineering Materials | ENG10002 | 12.5 |
| Mechanics of Structures | ENG10003 | 12.5 |
| Digital and Data Systems | ENG10004 | 12.5 |
| Calculus and Applications | MTH10012 | 12.5 |
| Linear Algebra and Applications | MTH10013 | 12.5 |
| Energy and Motion | PHY10001 | 12.5 |
| Electronics and Electromagnetism | PHY10004 | 12.5 |
| Either Mathematics 3A - for Civil, Construction, Mechanical, Product Design and Software majors | MTH20010 | 12.5 |
| or Mathematics 3B - for Biomedical, Electrical and Electronic, Robotics and Mechatronics, and Telecommunications majors | MTH20014 | 12.5 |
| Engineering Management 1 | MME30001 | 12.5 |
| Final Year Research Project 1 | ENG40001 | 12.5 |
| Final Year Research Project 2 | ENG40002 | 12.5 |
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Selected major: Architectural
This major invites students to combine structural and environmental building engineering with architectural creativity. Learn the practice and theory of designing and constructing the buildings of tomorrow.
| Units | Unit codes | Credit points |
|---|---|---|
| Architectural Engineering Studio 1 | ARC10002 | 12.5 |
| Geomechanics | CVE20004 | 12.5 |
| Introductory Design Studio | DDD10006 | 12.5 |
| Interior Architecture Communication | DIA10005 | 12.5 |
| Interior Architecture Digital Documentation 1 | DIA20003 | 12.5 |
| Structural Mechanics | MEE20004 | 12.5 |
| Architectural Engineering Studio 2 | ARC20004 | 12.5 |
| Tall Building Construction | CSM30002 | 12.5 |
| Design of Concrete Structures | CVE20003 | 12.5 |
| Design of Steel Structures | CVE30002 | 12.5 |
| Professional Practice 1: BIM * | ARC30004 | 12.5 |
| Architectural Engineering Major Project 1 * | ARC30005 | 12.5 |
| Architectural Engineering Major Project 2 * | ARC30006 | 12.5 |
| Geotechnical Engineering | CVE40001 | 12.5 |
| Structural Design of Low Rise Buildings | CVE40002 | 12.5 |
| Infrastructure Design Project * | CVE40006 | 12.5 |
*Outcome unit – completion demonstrates the attainment of course learning outcomes
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Placement for Bachelor of Laws
4 units (0 credit points)
| Units | Unit codes | Credit points |
|---|---|---|
| Professional Experience in Law 1 | LAW10016 | 0 |
| Professional Experience in Engineering | EAT20008 | 0 |
| Professional Experience in Law 2 | LAW20018 | 0 |
| Professional Experience in Law 3 | LAW30016 | 0 |
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Other studies
5 units (62.5 credit points)
Choose from a combination of the following course components to complete 62.5 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
Students who successfully complete the Bachelor of Laws 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.
Students who successfully complete the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) will be able to:
- apply coherent and advanced knowledge of the chosen major in engineering in diverse contexts and applications using critical thinking and judgement
- apply knowledge of research principles and methods to plan and execute a piece of research with some independence, as preparation for research higher degrees
- apply problem solving, design and decision-making methodologies to identify and provide innovative solutions to complex problems with intellectual independence
- apply abstraction, mathematics and engineering fundamentals to the analysis, design and operation of a model, using appropriate engineering methods and tools
- communicate proficiently in professional practice to a variety of audiences, function as an effective member or leader of a diverse team, and use the basic tools and practices of project management within project work
- demonstrate professionalism, integrity, ethical conduct, professional accountability and an awareness of professional engineering practice in a global and sustainable context
- reflect on and take responsibility for their own learning and self-management processes, and manage their own time and processes effectively by regularly reviewing of personal performance as a means of managing continuing professional development and lifelong learning.
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.
Note: Some Work Integrated Learning opportunities are not available to international students due to visa restrictions.
Career opportunities
Graduates will have the theoretical and practical knowledge required to operate effectively in diverse settings – using both law and engineering skills in workplaces such as law firms and barristers’ chambers, not-for-profit organisations, government, small businesses and corporate organisations.
In particular, the specialisation in intellectual property law equips graduates for careers in the new knowledge economy, giving them the skills to additionally work in media and entertainment, design, branding and advertising, and in internet companies and firms advising information-dependent industries.
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.
Graduates are eligible to apply for graduate membership of Engineers Australia.
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.