Bachelor of Business (Business Law)

This degree

You will undertake a foundation year that covers all core disciplines of business, giving you a solid understanding of issues facing organisations today. From your second year, you will begin your major in Business Law and then choose from a wide range of electives. The degree provides you with an understanding of the Australian legal system and how it influences business transactions. Careers include business advisor, contracts negotiator, client manager, HR consultant, WHS officer and commercial transaction consultant.

You will also undertake a final-year capstone subject that lets you apply everything you have learned in collaboration with students from other disciplines. Plus, you have the option of applying for an internship to gain valuable experience whilst receiving credit towards your degree.

What you will study

Business Law encompasses many overlapping fields, ranging from specific regulatory frameworks to corporate governance. Fields you can focus on include international business law, banking and taxation law, employment and anti-discrimination law, work health and safety law, and media law.

After completing the Bachelor of Business (Business Law), you may enrol in a postgraduate business Master’s degree and be eligible for up to 4 subjects credit, reducing your master’s degree to 1 year. This degree trajectory means you can graduate with your bachelor’s and master’s degree in just 4 years.