Program Overview

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Overview of the Bachelor of Laws Honours / Bachelor of Communication

The Bachelor of Laws Honours / Bachelor of Communication is a combined degree that allows students to develop a deep understanding of the law and its applications, as well as the skills to effectively communicate and present information. This degree is designed to provide students with a competitive edge in their future careers, whether in the legal profession, government, or private industry.

Structure of the Course

The course is structured to provide students with a comprehensive education in both law and communication. The total credit points required for the course is 120, with 93 credit points dedicated to core units, including 75 credit points of law units and 18 credit points of communication units.

Law Units

• LLB100: Foundations of Law (6 credit points)
• LLB130: Criminal Law and Procedure (3 credit points)
• LLB152: Torts (3 credit points)
• LLB200: Skills for Legal Practice (3 credit points)
• LLB204: Statutory Interpretation (3 credit points)
• LLB251: Equity (3 credit points)
• LLB253: Property Law A (3 credit points)
• LLB254: Property Law B (3 credit points)
• LLB259: Constitutional Law (3 credit points)
• LLB260: Contract Law (6 credit points)
• LLB352: Evidence (3 credit points)
• LLB353: Trusts (3 credit points)
• LLB358: Australian Administrative Law (3 credit points)
• LLB450: Civil Procedure (3 credit points)
• LLB452: Corporations Law (3 credit points)
• LLB468: Ethics and Professional Responsibility (3 credit points)
• LLB580: Honours Thesis in Law (12 credit points)
• LLB582: Legal Research Methods for Honours (3 credit points)

Communication Units

• COM100: Thinking Communication (3 credit points)
• COM101: Social Media (3 credit points)
• COM200: Communication Research (3 credit points)
• COM306: Specialist Communication (3 credit points)
• Specified Electives (6 credit points), which can include:
  • COM109: Introduction to Digital Media Skills (3 credit points)
  • COM201: Playful, Social and Engaging Media (3 credit points)
  • COM203: Consulting and Freelancing (3 credit points)
  • COM208: Podcasting (3 credit points)
  • COM210: Contemporary Issues in Communication (3 credit points)
  • COM245: Media Law and Ethics for Communicators (3 credit points)
  • COM302: Web Analytics and Digital Story Telling (3 credit points)
  • COM303: Media Audiences (3 credit points)
  • COM308: Professional Internship (3 credit points)
  • CRE301: Client Consultancy (3 credit points)
  • GRD110: Design Foundation (3 credit points)
  • GRD204: Design Thinking for Innovation (3 credit points)
  • PHO124: Introduction to Photography (3 credit points)
  • SIK102: Wandju Boodja (Welcome to Country) (3 credit points)

Majors in this Course

Students can choose from the following majors:

• Journalism and Content Production
• Strategic Communication
• Communication and Media Studies

Entry Requirements

The entry requirements for the Bachelor of Laws Honours / Bachelor of Communication include:

• A minimum Selection Rank of 90 for Law
• A minimum of 6 points taken from the best 2 or 3 subjects where A*=6, A=5, B=4, C=3, D=2, E=1 (AS Levels are equivalent to half points e.g. A=2.5, B=2 etc.) or higher for GCE A Levels
• A total score of 33 or higher for International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma
• Successful completion of a Diploma or Advanced Diploma for AQF level 5-6
• Evidence of completing Year 11 and 12 in Australia at any level, or a STAT Written English score of 140 or higher

English Requirements

Students must meet a minimum standard in English, which can be demonstrated by:

• Completing Year 11 and 12 in Australia at any level
• English proficiency tests
• University preparation courses
• English language courses
• Previous tertiary study
• Vocational education

Recognition of Prior Learning

Murdoch University recognizes prior learning, whether formal or informal, which can reduce the amount of study needed to complete the degree. This includes previous study in higher education, vocational education, or adult and community education, as well as on-the-job learning and life experience.

Fees and Scholarships

The cost of the course varies depending on the units chosen, and students may be eligible for a Commonwealth Supported Place. The university also offers a range of scholarships to help reduce the financial costs of studying. The International Welcome Scholarship, for example, offers eligible students between $8,000 and $11,000, depending on the course studied.