Bachelor of Laws / Bachelor of Communication:B1353

At Murdoch University you can combine a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) with a Bachelor of Communication.

Adding a communication degree to your law qualification will help you hone your communication and problem-solving skills to give you a competitive edge in your career. Whether you're presenting evidence in a court of law or meeting with your clients, you'll learn the skills to make you a great communicator. You can choose to specialise in Journalism, Strategic Communication or Global Media and Communication.

The combination of a Law and Communication degree means you will gain valuable, additional skills to use in your future career, including presentation skills, media liaison, broadcasting, writing, news media, public affairs, advocacy and more.

3 reasons to study a combined degree in Law and Communication at Murdoch

1. Get work experience through our Work Integrated Learning program which allows you to intern at local and international organisations.
2. Join Murdoch Law School's successful mooting program, competing in a range of competitions where you will develop your practical legal skills.
3. Earn credit towards your degree with hands-on legal training in our award-winning clinic.

What you'll learn

Build the knowledge and skills you need to meet your career or study goals. As part of your law degree, you'll learn:

• Criminal law and procedure
• Refugee and family law
• How to communicate global issues
• Media audiences, governance and globalisation
• Digital media skills

Your future career

Studying law in combination with communication can lead to a career in any area or industry, from navigating human rights to pursuing a career in politics.

You could work in the public or private sector, fighting for the rights of those who are disadvantaged or unfairly treated, and creating a better society.

Careers could include:

• Lawyer
• Solicitor or Barrister
• Corporate Communicator
• Ambassador
• Politician

For further admission information about this course, please visit Murdoch Admission Information - Laws (Combined).

Professional accreditation

Bachelor of Laws is accredited by the Legal Practice Board of Western Australia (LPBWA) and recognised by the Malaysia Bar Council.

The Bachelor of Communication (Strategic Communication) is accredited by Communication and Public Relations Australia (CPRA).

Professional recognition

Graduates of the Bachelor of Communication (Strategic Communication) major are eligible for membership of Communication and Public Relations Australia.

The Bachelor of Laws satisfies the University education requirements for the practice of law of the governing bodies of the legal profession of Western Australia. As is the pattern in the rest of Australia, before a candidate may be admitted to the practice of law in this State, certain additional requirements must be satisfied after completion of this formal university training. For more information, please refer to https://www.lpbwa.org.au/Becoming-A-Lawyer/Admissions-Requirements

Your document checklist

Ready to apply? Before you start, make sure you have all the following documentation ready for a quick application. Applications for Veterinary Science must be made via TISC.

Compulsory documents

Evidence that you meet Academic entry and English language requirements such as:

• Official Academic Transcripts and Certificates of Completion (of your highest academic study)
• ATAR results (if available)
• Evidence of meeting the minimum English language requirements

Course specific documents

1. Second Major Form

Recommended documents (if applicable)

1. Change of name documentation
2. Marriage certificate
3. Unit outlines if applying for Advanced Standing

Your document checklist

Ready to apply? Before you start, make sure you have all the following documentation ready for a quick application.

Compulsory Documents

1. Evidence that you meet Academic entry and English language requirements such as:
   • Official Academic Transcripts and Certificates of Completion (of your highest academic study) both original and English translated versions.
   • Evidence of meeting the minimum English language requirements
2. Genuine Student documents (if applicable) - Check the GS requirements page for further information
   • GS Form 2
   • Personal Statement (SOP)
   • Up to date Curriculum Vitae
3. A copy of your Passport

Course specific documents

1. Second Major Form

Recommended documents

1. A copy of your visa documents (if available)
2. A copy of any past visa rejection documents (if applicable)
3. Packaged offer letter (if applicable)
4. Sponsorship documents if you study will be sponsored
5. Unit outlines if applying for Advanced Standing