Bachelor
School of Law, Fremantle Campus
The combined Bachelor of Laws / Bachelor of Commerce draws upon the teachings of both the School of Law and the School of Business. For students who wish to become lawyers, having a solid understanding of business can help you achieve success both in your own legal practice as well as assisting your business clients. Alternatively, if you wish to start your own business or work within the corporate environment, having a sound understanding of the legalities surrounding your work will also serve you well.
Academic requirements for this program are outlined below. In addition, to be eligible for admission, all applicants need to satisfy minimum requirements outlined at admission requirements. These include those relating to age and English Language Proficiency. We also consider your application more broadly - your non-academic achievements (such as any previous leadership roles, volunteering, work, church and/or community involvement) as well as personal qualities - your aspirations and interests and your capacity to complete your chosen program.
Applicants with recent Secondary Education:
Applicants with Higher Education Study
Applicants with Vocational Education and Training (VET) Study
Applicants who have successfully completed subjects at another University, which are relevant to the selected program of study, may be eligible for Advanced Standing.
Applicants with Work and Life Experience
Applicants who left secondary education more than two years previously and who have not undertaken VET or higher education study since then, but with relevant work and life experience. Such experience may include, but is not limited to:
Please note: all applicants must be of school leaving age or older to apply.
Designed in conjunction with some of Western Australia's most prominent legal professionals, this combined Bachelor of Laws / Bachelor of Commerce places a strong focus on experiential and case-based learning. When undertaking the legal component of the degree, you will find that Notre Dame's small class sizes give you ample opportunity to engage in spirited debate and discussion.
Furthermore, we also encourage students to participate in our Mentorship Program. Working in collaboration with the Young Lawyers Committee of the Law Society of Western Australia, this unique program bridges the gap between law students and the legal profession. The program connects penultimate and final year students with experienced legal practitioners who provide guidance and advice on matters such as elective choices and applying for clerkships.
Similarly the inclusion of a Business Internship in the Commerce component of your degree forms yet another opportunity for you to implement the skills you have learned in a real working context. Held over three phases, you will undertake classroom-based learning in phases one and two, before undertaking a four-week industry placement in your third phase. By adding this industry experience to your already impressive forma qualifications, you will graduate with a keen competitive edge.
The following careers are open to graduates of this program:
Core Curriculum
Year One
Year Two
Year Three
Year Four
Year Five
Law Electives*
*Available law electives are subject to change and may vary depending on your campus and year of study. Please check with your school for the current electives on offer.
Commerce Majors
More information about the courses can be found at the course descriptions page.
Full details of the program requirements are contained in the Program Regulations.