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Bachelor of Commerce/ Bachelor of Laws (MGSC01.1)
Please note these are the 2023 details for this course
| Selection rank | Delivery mode | Location | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| 85 | On campus |
Bruce, Canberra |
5.0 years |
| Faculty | Discipline(s) | Available teaching periods | UAC code |
| Faculty of Business, Government & Law | Canberra Business School Canberra Law School |
View teaching periods | 361324 |
| Fees | English language requirements | ||
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English language requirements
There are non-standard English language requirements for this course. To be eligible you must have an overall IELTS Academic score (or equivalent) of 6.5, with no band score below 6.0. For alternate/equivalent ways of meeting the English requirements for this course please view the English Proficiency Requirements document on the university website.
Delivery mode
Blended: Mixture of online and on campus units are available.
On campus: Units are delivered on campus.
Online: All units are online.
Online Plus: Units are available online, except where attendance at a physical location is required for placement or professional accreditation.
Location
All course material is developed and delivered via the location listed. Online units do not require on campus attendance.
Selection rank
The selection rank is the minimum ATAR plus adjustment factors required for admission to the program in the previous year. This is an indicative guide only as ranks change each year depending on demand.
Fees disclaimer
Annual fee rates
The fees shown are the annual fee rates for the course. The annual rate is the fee that applies to standard full-time enrolment, which is 24 credit points. The final fee charged is based on the proportion of 24 credit points in which a student enrols. Students enrolled in a Commonwealth Support Place (CSP) are required to make a contribution towards the cost of their education, which is set by the Commonwealth Government. Information on Commonwealth Supported Places, HECS-HELP and how fees are calculated can be found here.
Please note: Course fees are assessed annually and are subject to change.
| Academic entry requirements | Delivery mode | Location | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| On campus |
Bruce, Canberra |
5.0 years | |
| Faculty | Discipline(s) | Available teaching periods | CRICOS code |
| Faculty of Business, Government & Law | Canberra Business School Canberra Law School |
View teaching periods | 098996G |
| Fees | English language requirements | ||
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View requirements | ||
Fees disclaimer
Annual fee rates
The fees shown are the annual fee rates for the course. The annual rate is the fee that applies to standard full-time enrolment, which is 24 credit points. The final fee charged is based on the proportion of 24 credit points in which a student enrols. Information on how fees are calculated can be found here.
Please note: Course fees are assessed annually and are subject to change.
Delivery mode
Blended: Mixture of online and on campus units are available.
On campus: Units are delivered on campus.
Online: All units are online.
Online Plus: Units are available online, except where attendance at a physical location is required for placement or professional accreditation.
English language requirements
There are non-standard English language requirements for this course. To be eligible you must have an overall IELTS Academic score (or equivalent) of 6.5, with no band score below 6.0. For alternate/equivalent ways of meeting the English requirements for this course please view the English Proficiency Requirements document on the university website.
Location
All course material is developed and delivered via the location listed. Online units do not require on campus attendance.
Academic entry requirements
To study at UC, you’ll need to meet our academic entry requirements and any admission requirements specific to your course. Please read your course admission requirements below. To find out whether you meet UC’s academic entry requirements, visit our academic entry requirements page.
The perfect commerce and law combination
Looking for a challenging career in the legal or financial sector? Then the Bachelor of Commerce/Bachelor of Laws double degree is the perfect way to give you the knowledge and skills to enter the public sector as a manager or confidently take on the world of international business.
In this course you will study a wide range of commerce related subjects such as economics, accounting and information systems – as well as multiple legal electives including corporations law, contract law, property and criminal law.
No matter what study pathway you choose, this course will help you develop your advanced legal research and writing skills, which will open a wealth of career opportunities in the public or private sector, both locally and overseas.
Successful completion of this double degree will also enable you to be eligible for a host of professional accreditations including CPA Australia, CAANZ and the Financial Services Institute of Australia. The course is also recognised by the Supreme Courts of the ACT and NSW.
Combine a Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Laws at UC and you will:
- obtain a broad and in-depth understanding of the theoretical and practical knowledge of both commerce and law
- fine-tune your ability to present ideas and opinions effectively and communicate within and across professional and cultural boundaries
- acquire the ability to problem solve, analyse and evaluate information in a systematic, creative and insightful way
- use professional knowledge and skills ethically and responsibly for the benefit of others and the environment
- learn advanced legal research and writing skills and how to implement them
- be eligible for an extensive and globally recognised range of professional accreditation.
Career opportunities
A UC Bachelor of Commerce/Bachelor of Laws double degree is an internationally recognised qualification and opens a wide range of career opportunities in a range of sectors including in:
- accounting
- banking and financial services
- business administration
- economics
- human resource management
- private practitioner
- barrister
- solicitor.
Professional accreditation
Refer to individual courses.
Admission to this course is based on an entrance rank. A rank can be achieved by the following means:
- Year 12 ATAR
- other Australian Qualification
- work experience
- overseas qualification
We also offer a number of entry initiatives that give you the opportunity to gain entry to the University via alternate pathway programs and admissions schemes.
More information is available on our Alternative Entry page: http://www.canberra.edu.au/future-students/applications/apply-now/alternative-entry
Assumed knowledge
None.
Periods course is open for new admissions
| Year | Location | Teaching period | Teaching start date | Domestic | International |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Bruce, Canberra | Semester 1 | 05 February 2024 | ||
| 2024 | Bruce, Canberra | Semester 2 | 29 July 2024 | ||
| 2026 | Bruce, Canberra | Semester 2 | 27 July 2026 |
Credit arrangements
There are currently no formal credit transfer arrangements for entry to this course. Any previous study or work experience will only be considered as part of the application process in accordance with current course rules and university policy.
Bachelor of Commerce/ Bachelor of Laws (MGSC01) | 120 credit points
Note:
- From 2022 unit 11276 Litigation & Dispute Processing has been replaced by the equivalent unit 11783 Civil Procedure. Students who have already passed 11276 cannot enrol in 11783.
Note:
- From 2022 unit 11283 Equity Law has been replaced by the equivalent unit 11785 Equity and Trusts Law. Students who have passed 11283 cannot enrol in 11785.
Advanced Advocacy and Communication (Mooting) (11285) | 3 credit points — Level 3
Note:
- From 2024: Units 11253, 11268, 11380 have been replaced with new BGL Internship units 12046, 12047 and 12048.
Advanced Criminal Justice (11261) | 3 credit points — Level 3
Law, Culture and Creativity (11270) | 3 credit points — Level 3
Advanced Corporations: Markets and Sustainability (11286) | 3 credit points — Level 2
Law of Public Governance (11290) | 3 credit points — Level 3
Note:
- 1. Honours students must select 11272 Law and Justice Research Project and 11289 Law Honours.
- 2. Unit 11293 Taxation Law is no longer offered. Students who completed this unit before Semester 2 2021 may still count it towards their Law electives.
- 3. Unit 11261 Advanced Criminal Justice is no longer offered.
- 4. From 2022 unit 11266 Human Rights in Context has been replaced by the equivalent unit 11784 Human Right Law. Students who have passed 11266 cannot enrol in unit 11784.
- 5. From 2025, unit 11256 Criminal Justice is no longer available.
- For students who commenced SCB101 prior to 2022, the previous Category B (Breadth) and Category C (Depth) requirements have been combined.
- Students must complete 24 credit points for the Law Elective major (SM0033). Of these, a minimum of 3 credit points and a maximum of 12 credit points must be from the Work Integrated Learning group.
Note:
- - From 2024, units 10158, 10236, 11166, 11167 and 11168 have been replaced with new BGL Internship units.
- 1. Students must pass a minimum of 1 unit from Part A. Two units may be chosen from Part A or one from Part A and one from Part B.
- 2. Students who undertook two units listed in the current Part B section prior to 2024 can still count the units towards their course. Students from 2024 need to select at least 1 unit from Part A.
- 3. Unit 11572 Accounting Internship Preparation is only available to students undertaking an Accounting major.
- Credit Points: Students who want to do more than 6 credit points from this list may count them towards Open Electives.
- International Exchange: Students may also choose to undertake units at an international institution, subject to approval by the Program Director.
Note:
- Unit 11232 Credit Analysis and Lending has been closed. From 2024 students should enrol into 12089 Credit Analysis and Lending.
- Please note that if a student wishes to complete the 24cp major, they must select two of the Level 3 offerings in the restricted choice options from the Core Major in Commerce and Accounting (CM0005).
- 1. Students undertaking the 24cp major are NOT eligible for CAANZ or CPA Australia accreditation, unless they are enrolled in and complete MGSC01 Bachelor of Commerce/Bachelor of Laws.
- 2. Students in MGSC01 Bachelor of Commerce/ Bachelor of Laws must also complete unit 11293 Taxation Law.
- 3. Students seeking CAANZ and CPA Australia accreditation must complete the 33cp major.
- 4. Completion of the 39cp major will enable students to meet the educational requirements of the Tax Practitioners Board in addition to that of CPA and CAANZ.
- The award name for the Commerce part of this double degree is determined by choice of major. E.g. Completion of the Spclst Major in Accounting leads to the award 'Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting)'.
In addition to course requirements, in order to successfully complete your course you must meet the inherent requirements. Please refer to the inherent requirements statement applicable to your course
UC - Canberra, Bruce
Year 1
Year 2
Year 3
Semester 1
Law Elective
Semester 2
Two Law Electives
Commerce & Accounting Core Major Restricted Choice Unit
Year 4
Semester 1
Commerce & Accounting Core Major Restricted Choice Unit
Semester 2
Law Elective
Year 5
Year 1
Year 2
Year 3
Semester 1
Year 4
Semester 1
Law Elective
Semester 2
Commerce & Accounting Core Major Restricted Choice Unit
Year 5
Semester 1
Commerce & Accounting Core Major Restricted Choice Unit
Law Elective
Year 6
Year 1
Year 2
Year 3
Semester 1
Semester 2
Commerce & Accounting Core Major Restricted Choice Unit
Two Law Electives
Year 4
Semester 1
Law Elective
Commerce & Accounting Core Major Restricted Choice Unit
Semester 2
Law Elective
Year 5
Year 1
Year 2
Year 3
Semester 1
Year 4
Semester 1
Law Elective
Commerce & Accounting Core Major Restricted Choice Unit
Semester 2
Commerce & Accounting Core Major Restricted Choice Unit
Year 5
Semester 2
Law Elective
Year 6
Year 1
Year 2
Semester 1
Year 3
Semester 1
Law Elective
Semester 2
Commerce & Accounting Core Major Restricted Choice Unit
Law Elective
Year 4
Semester 1
Commerce & Accounting Core Major Restricted Choice Unit
Law Elective
Semester 2
Law Elective
Year 5
Year 1
Year 2
Year 3
Year 4
Semester 2
Commerce & Accounting Core Major Restricted Choice Unit
Year 5
Semester 1
Two Law Electives
Commerce & Accounting Core Major Restricted Choice Unit
Semester 2
Law Elective
Year 6
Course duration
Standard 5 years full time or equivalent. Maximum 10 years.
Learning outcomes
| Learning outcomes | Related graduate attributes |
|---|---|
| Refer to individual courses. | - |
Majors
- Specialist Major in Finance and Banking (SM0018)
- Specialist Major in Business Economics (SM0017)
- Specialist Major in Accounting (SM0016)
- Major in Legal Practice (CM0016)
- Major in Law Foundation (CM0015)
- Law Electives Major (SM0033)
- Core Major in Commerce and Accounting (CM0005)
Awards
| Award | Official abbreviation |
|---|---|
| Bachelor of Laws | LLB |
| Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting) | BCom (Acc) |
| Bachelor of Commerce (Business Economics) | BCom (BusEc) |
| Bachelor of Commerce (Finance and Banking) | BCom (Fin&Bnkg) |
Honours
Bachelor of Commerce
High performing students may be eligible to enrol in the Bachelor of Philosophy (Honours) course.
Bachelor of Laws
This course has an embedded honours programme which allows high-achieving students to enrol in the unit Honours Law (6cp) in place of two law electives in their final year.
Related courses
- Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting) (MGB301)
- Bachelor of Commerce (Business Economics) (MGB302)
- Bachelor of Commerce (Finance and Banking) (MGB303)
- Bachelor of Laws (SCB101)
Enquiries
| Student category | Contact details |
|---|---|
| Current and Commencing Students | In person, Student Centre Building 1 (take a BGL Faculty course advice ticket) or Email bglstudent@canberra.edu.au |
| Prospective Domestic Students | Email study@canberra.edu.au or Phone 1800 UNI CAN 1800 864 226 |
| Prospective International Students | In person, Student Centre Building 1 (take a BGL Faculty course advice ticket) or Email bglstudent@canberra.edu.au |
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