BB-LAWART v.1 Bachelor of Laws, Bachelor of Arts
LLB(Curtin), BA(Curtin)
Course CRICOS Code: 077965K
Registered full-time Duration:
4.5 Years
Course Overview
Bachelor Double Degrees prepare students to develop broad and coherent knowledge and skills in more than one discipline for professional work and further learning corresponding to AQF level 7 qualifications.
The Law / Arts combination allows students to combine a strong training in the humanities with a professional qualification which prepares them for legal practice. The Bachelor of Laws degree is the required qualification for all who wish to enter into legal practice. This course offers a rich and professionally relevant coverage of foundational areas of legal knowledge as well as developing the core skills essential to effective legal practice. Curtin LLB graduates are well qualified to practice in any legal field. The Bachelor of Arts (Humanities) covers an extensive range of subject areas, across design, creative arts, media, communication, culture, Asian languages and social sciences. It is forward-thinking and practical, offering a comprehensive grounding in theory and a range of skills. Specialised fieldwork, design studio, research and integrated professional practice units enhance the course's relevance and give opportunities for professional work experience, networking and community engagement.
Additional Course Expenses
Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks and other essential study materials.
Course Entry and Completion Details
Applicants for a Bachelor Double Degree are required to meet University academic and English language entry standards; details are provided at http://futurestudents.curtin.edu.au and include flexible entry pathways. Any specific course entry and completion requirements must also be met.
Applicants require an ATAR Score of 90.
Credit for Recognised Learning
Applications for credit towards a course are assessed on an individual basis. Credit reduces the amount of learning required to complete the course and may be granted for formal education qualifications, non-formal learning from non-award programs of study and informal learning through work experiences. Further information can be found at http://futurestudents.curtin.edu.au.
Pathway to Further Study
Graduates may qualify for entry to a Bachelor Degree with Honours and some Graduate Certificates, Graduate Diplomas and Master degrees. For further details, see the University website http://curtin.edu.au.
Course Organisation
Bachelor Double Degrees include a combined degree study program leading to two awards. The duration of the double degree may vary among disciplines, but typically requires less time to complete than if the two undergraduate degrees were studied separately.
The structure of the double degree course provides for the possibility of accelerated progress through the law degree.
Course Learning Outcomes
A graduate of this course can:
1. apply knowledge of the Australian legal system, statutory rules and case law principles in both the fundamental areas of legal knowledge and a range of elective fields to the resolution of legal problems; apply broad discipline knowledge in a range of theoretical and practical situations through research and practical application
2. critically and creatively analyse legal problems to articulate the issues involved and apply legal reasoning to make a considered choice between competing solutions; think creatively and critically to generate innovative solutions to complex social, political and artistic problems
3. identify, access, assess and synthesise relevant information from primary legal sources such as cases and legislation and secondary sources such as journal articles and commentaries (including electronic versions of these sources) and gather relevant oral and documentary evidence; access, evaluate and synthesise relevant information from a range of sources
4. communicate the outcomes of legal research and analysis effectively, appropriately and persuasively to colleagues, to clients and to other professionals and the broader community; communicate effectively in professional and public contexts
5. use appropriate electronic legal databases for research purposes and be able to communicate effectively in electronic forms; apply technologies appropriately
6. maintain intellectual curiosity as to justice and its practical application in the legal system, be able to identify areas where their legal knowledge and skills require further development, and to critically reflect on their own performance as legal professionals, making use of feedback as appropriate; demonstrate responsibility and lifelong learning skills by applying critical reflection and being proactive
7. articulate the similarities and differences between local and other jurisdictions, including interstate and overseas ones, and be aware of the principles of public and private international law; describe global and cultural issues and their impact
8. articulate distinct concepts of law, justice and human rights, with an awareness of different legal traditions and cultures, particularly indigenous cultures; identify how and where indigenous persons and other identifiable social groups are differentially impacted by the legal system; demonstrate respect for human rights, cultural diversity and the particular rights of Indigenous Australians
9. work independently, as well as collaboratively, with a developing sense of the ethical issues that arise in legal practice and how these may be resolved; work ethically and professionally, both within a team and independently
Duration and Availability
4.5 years full-time study or equivalent part-time.
Location and delivery Mode
| Year | Location | Period | All* | Internal | Partially Online Internal^ | External | Fully Online# |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | Bentley Campus | Semester 1 | Y | ||||
| 2015 | Bentley Campus | Semester 2 | Y |
The information displayed above refers to study periods and locations where the course is available for first time entry. Students are normally only offered or admitted to a course once.
* The course itself may not be available either solely internally or externally but individual units may be offered in either or both of those modes. Prospective students should contact the Course Coordinator for further information.
^ Course and associated units are offered in this mode permitting International Onshore student enrolment.
# Course and associated units are offered in this online only mode and DO NOT permit International Onshore student enrolment.
| Course Structure | Hrs/Wk | Credit | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 0 | |||||
| MDDU-INRLW | v.1 | International Relations Double Degree Major (LLB/BA) | 400.0 | ||
| OR | |||||
| MDDU-JRNLW | v.1 | Journalism Double Degree Major (LLB/BA) | 400.0 | ||
| 400.0 | |||||
| Year 1 Semester 1 | |||||
| LAWS1005 | v.1 | Legal Foundations | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| LAWS1006 | v.1 | Legal Research and Writing | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 50.0 | |||||
| Year 1 Semester 2 | |||||
| BLAW1003 | v.1 | Law, Society and Justice | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| LAWS1004 | v.1 | Business, Law and Regulation | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 50.0 | |||||
| Year 2 Semester 1 | |||||
| LAWS1002 | v.1 | Introduction to Tort Law | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| LAWS1000 | v.1 | Introduction to Contract Law | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 50.0 | |||||
| Year 2 Semester 2 | |||||
| LAWS1003 | v.1 | Advanced Tort Law | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| LAWS1001 | v.1 | Advanced Contract Law | 25.0 | ||
| 50.0 | |||||
| Year 4 Trimester 1 | |||||
| CONS2000 | v.1 | Constitutional Law | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| CRIM2000 | v.1 | Fundamentals of Criminal Law | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| LAWS2009 | v.1 | Statutory Interpretation | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| LAWS2000 | v.1 | Property Law Principles | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 4 Trimester 2 | |||||
| LAWS2001 | v.1 | Real Property Law | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| CRIM2001 | v.1 | Criminal Responsibility and Procedures | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| BLAW3015 | v.1 | Evidence | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| LAWS2002 | v.1 | Administrative Law | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 4 Trimester 3 | |||||
| LAWS2003 | v.1 | Principles of Equity | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| LAWS2005 | v.1 | Corporate Law | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| LAWS3009 | v.1 | Civil Procedure | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| BLAW3014 | v.1 | Professional Responsibility | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 5 Trimester 1 | |||||
| LAWS2004 | v.1 | Trusts | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| SELECT OPTIONAL UNITS TO THE TOTAL VALUE OF: | 75.0 | ||||
| 100.0 | |||||
| Optional Units to Select from in Year 5 Trimester 1 | Hrs/Wk | Credit | |||
| LAWS3006 | v.1 | Law Review | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| LAWS2008 | v.1 | European Union Law | 40.0 | 25.0 | |
| LAWS2007 | v.1 | Comparative Law | 40.0 | 25.0 | |
| BLAW3011 | v.1 | Native Title Law and Policy | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| LAWS2006 | v.1 | Mooting | 30.0 | 25.0 | |
| LAWS3005 | v.1 | Legal Clinic | 30.0 | 25.0 | |
| BLAW3009 | v.1 | Mining Law | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| LAWS3004 | v.1 | Competition Law and Policy | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| BLAW3012 | v.1 | Environmental Law and Policy | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| LAWS3003 | v.1 | Employment Law | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| LAWS3002 | v.1 | Corporate Governance | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| LAWS3001 | v.1 | International Commercial Law | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| LAWS3000 | v.1 | Intellectual Property | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| FAMI2000 | v.1 | Family Law | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| LAWS3007 | v.1 | Private International Law | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| LAWS2010 | v.1 | Public International Law | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| LAWS3010 | v.1 | Air and Space Law | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| LAWS3011 | v.1 | Alternative Dispute Resolution | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| LAWS3012 | v.1 | Australian Taxation Law in Practice | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| LAWS3013 | v.1 | Construction Law | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| LAWS3014 | v.1 | Human Rights Law | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| LAWS3015 | v.1 | Occupational Health and Safety Law | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| LAWS3016 | v.1 | Principles of Australian Taxation Law | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
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