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Studying Law at Swinburne University

Experience the first law degree in Victoria with a specialisation in IP and legal technology, and 60 days of law-related professional experience placements. Learn about trademarks, patents, designs and copyright, competition law and more.

Swinburne’s 4-year Bachelor of Laws has a distinct emphasis on trademarks, patents and designs, copyright, technology and innovation, and the prohibition of misleading or deceptive conduct and competition law.  The course offers students a degree that emphasises practical skills and real-world experience.

The Swinburne Bachelor of Laws program is fully accredited by the Council of Legal Education in Victoria and offers students the option of a single degree or combined program with degrees including cyber security, arts, psychological science, science, business or engineering.  

The VCE prerequisites are Units 3 and 4 – a study score of at least 25 in any English, or 30 in EAL, and the subject adjustments (bonuses) awarded are for a study score of 25 in any business, any humanities or any LOTE subjects equalling 2 aggregate points per study, to an overall maximum of 12 points.  A guaranteed ATAR of 80.00 was acceptable for 2026 entry.

To find out more visit Bachelor of Laws.