Bachelor of Laws / Bachelor of Philosophy, Politics, Economics

The Bachelor of LawsBachelor of Philosophy, Politics and Economics is designed for those who want to understand human communities and society. This program involves studying two degrees in a combined fashion, finishing with two degrees in five years. The Bachelor of Laws degree (LLB) provides a gateway to a rewarding career in law and provides a strong foundation for other career opportunities too. This accredited degree will prepare you to work as a lawyer in private practice, government, corporate counsel or within a not-for-profit organisation. The Bachelor of Laws (LLB or LLB(Hons)) with a Bachelor of Politics, Philosophy, Economics (BPPE) combination is a unique qualification that will set you apart both domestically and internationally. You will have the opportunity to test your critical thinking skills in an enriching learning experience that offers great diversity in curriculum and application in everyday and professional settings. Notre Dame’s LLB program offered in combination with the BPPE program focuses on the importance of the flourishing human person and the principle of the common good within society.

Students can undertake an internship that helps them to apply their knowledge and skills, while gaining workplace experience and industry contacts. Similarly, students are able to meet with mentors from the legal profession and from industry through participation in the School of Law and Business Mentoring Program, which is available to all students studying law or business degrees at Notre Dame.

Fremantle Entry Requirements

Applicants with recent Secondary Education

Indicative ATAR of 90 or equivalent with a score of 50+ in ATAR English, ATAR Literature or ATAR English as an Additional Language or Dialect (EALD); or

Minimum International Baccalaureate (IB) score of 33

Applicants with Higher Education Study

Other University Studies completed at undergraduate level or higher. A minimum number of 4 subjects with a high credit average is required.

Applicants with Vocational Education and Training (VET) Study

Completed AQF Diploma or higher in relevant discipline, from an accredited provider such as TAFE or a registered training organisation (RTO).

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:

Mature-age completion of two Year 12 WACE or HSC exams with a resulting ATAR of 90 or above

OR

Western Australian Certificate of Education (WACE) or equivalent results if these have been completed within the last 5 years.

Please note: all applicants must be of school leaving age or older to apply.

Sydney Entry Requirements

Applicants with recent Secondary Education

HSC Performance Band Results with a Band 5 in English, a minimum average of Bands 5s and an overall minimum average HSC mark of 80% in HSC Category A Courses (or Interstate equivalent). Applicants must be eligible for an ATAR or OP; or

Minimum International Baccalaureate (IB) score of 31.

Applicants with Higher Education Study

Other University Studies completed at undergraduate level or higher. A minimum number of 4 subjects with a high credit average is required.

Applicants who have successfully completed subjects at another University, which are relevant to the program of study, may be eligible for Advanced Standing.

Applicants with Vocational Education and Training (VET) study

Completed AQF Diploma or higher in a relevant discipline, from an accredited provider such as TAFE or a Registered Training Organisation (RTO).