About the Bachelor of Laws (Honours)/Bachelor of Global Studies
La Trobe's Bachelor of Laws (Honours)/Bachelor of Global Studies is an immersive and flexible double degree giving you the skills and knowledge to succeed.
Become a legal expert with valuable expertise in global affairs. You'll develop your legal knowledge and skills as you build a deep understanding of global issues, diplomacy, politics, and international trade.
Your law degree will introduce you to the fundamentals of legal practice and build your skills in advocacy, negotiation, and dispute resolution – all highly valued by employers across a range of industries.
At the same time, your global studies degree will immerse you in a wide range of global issues, including international relations and geopolitics, contemporary security issues, the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction, and contemporary armed conflict and terrorism. Tailor your studies to your interests with a choice of five curated majors – international relations, conflict and negotiation, Asian politics and security, government and policy, and human rights.
When it comes to learning, there's no substitute for hands-on experience. You'll have the opportunity to take on real-world work placements in settings such as community legal centres, law firms, government agencies, and with judges and magistrates (subject to availability) and bolster your education with a practical global studies placement subject. You could also put your legal skills to the test in law competitions, both locally and internationally.
You'll learn:
Dispute resolution
Build key skills in negotiation and mediation to support your future practice. Learn about the processes of arbitration, conciliation, mediation, and negotiation in international disputes.
Private and public law
Learn how to apply the legal principles underpinning contract law, develop the skills to specialise as a corporate legal expert, and discover how government power is distributed, exercised, and controlled.
International entry requirements
Nepal: 90%
Subject prerequisites
Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 30 in English (EAL) or at least 25 in English other than EAL.
English language requirement
6.5 IELTS (Academic) with no individual band less than 6.0.
Bachelor of Laws (Honours)/Bachelor of Global Studies intended learning outcomes
Demonstrate appropriate understanding and competence in the prescribed areas of knowledge required for admission into legal practice in Victoria, Australia, as determined by the Victorian Legal Admissions Board.
Identify and analyse international and global problems, and formulate responses to them.
Apply critical thinking and research methodologies to analyse key issues in global studies and contribute to new knowledge in the discipline's various subfields.
Communicate effectively, in written and spoken formats, about global issues to a variety of academic and professional audiences.
Demonstrate work readiness, teamwork and initiative through learning a new language, going on exchange, practicing self-directed learning and/or participation in a work placement.
Critically analyse the complex systems, structures, laws and practices that shape global issues from a range of political, social, legal, and cultural perspectives.
Demonstrate advanced knowledge of Australian legal systems, institutions and procedures, including fundamental legal principles and concepts in substantive areas of law.
Apply analytical and professional judgement in identifying legal issues, critically evaluating legal doctrine and providing innovative solutions to complex legal problems.
Coherently communicate legal knowledge, research, and analysis using a variety of modes to both legal and non-legal actors.
Demonstrate an advanced capacity to work independently, self-manage workload, foster personal and professional development, and collaborate effectively in a team environment.
Critically analyse, synthesise relevant legal sources and conduct research independently using technologies where appropriate.
Demonstrate awareness of and critically reflect on lawyers' professional and ethical responsibilities and the importance of integrity and service in legal analysis and practice.
Demonstrate awareness of and critically reflect on the historical, social, economic and cultural contexts and implications of laws and the role of lawyers in promoting justice and equity.
Comprehend and critique key knowledge in the various subfields of Global Studies discipline.
Bachelor of Laws (Honours)/Bachelor of Global Studies career opportunities
The Bachelor of Laws (Honours)/Bachelor of Global Studies satisfies the academic requirements for admission to practise law in Victoria. The blend of legal and political expertise you'll build in this degree prepare you for a range of possible fields and roles, including:
Foreign affairs
Take a lead role in government relations working with foreign governments, organisations and businesses in a regional and global context.
Humanitarian advocacy
Support local communities to improve their wellbeing and access to services and basic human necessities.
Barrister or solicitor
Advocate for justice as you prepare cases, represent clients in court, assist in creating and reviewing contracts, and provide advice on legal issues.
In-house legal counsel
Combine your legal expertise with other interests as you work as a dedicated legal practitioner in a business or other organisation.
Estimated course fees for international students
Estimated fees per year (2025):
A$40 600 per 120 credit points.
Note: 120 credit points represents full-time study for one year.
International scholarships
Destination Australia – an Australian Government initiative
The Destination Australia scheme supports new international students to study in regional Australia and offers students a high-quality learning experience. For eligible applicants, these scholarships are worth up to A$15 000 per annum for up to four years.