Bachelor of Laws (Honours)/Bachelor of Criminology
Course Overview
What are the human stories behind crime? And how can we use legal power to create a more just world? We need progressive legal professionals who understand the deeper causes of inequality in our neighbourhoods, our nation and beyond and who are equipped with the skills and knowledge to make a lasting positive impact. When you study La Trobe's Bachelor of Laws (Honours)/Bachelor of Criminology, you'll be ready to build a meaningful career and fight for justice. In your law study, you can personalise your course to your career goals with electives and opportunities for professional experience. Our outstanding legal training and progressive approach to law means you'll be ready for employment - including by building skills like advocacy, negotiation and dispute resolution, which are highly valued in any workplace. By adding criminology expertise, you'll build a broader view of how crime affects - and is affected by - our society. Explore the complex causes of crime and learn how to craft innovative responses to real-world criminal justice problems.