Bachelor of Biomedical Science/Bachelor of Laws

The Bachelor of Laws/Bachelor of Biomedical Science is a five-year double degree combining comprehensive legal education with biomedical science, allowing students to develop expertise across both disciplines. In the first year, students study foundational Law subjects including Foundations of Law and Legal Research, Contract Law, Australian Public Law, and Commercial Law, alongside Biomedical Science subjects such as Numerical Reasoning, Cell Biology and Laboratory Skills, Communicating Ideas in Science, and a Core Curriculum unit. The second year introduces Criminal Law and Procedure, Torts, Business Organisations, and Community Legal Engagement Pro Bono, together with Foundations of Chemistry, Human Biology, and Physical and Organic Chemistry. In the third year, students progress to Statutory Interpretation, Property, Civil Procedure, Land Law, and Pro Bono Legal Professional Experience, while developing biomedical knowledge through Pathophysiology, Biochemistry, Pharmacology, and related studies. The fourth year covers advanced legal subjects including Evidence, Legal Ethics and Professional Responsibility, Constitutional Law, Equity and Trusts, and Legal Theory, alongside Human Genetics, Research Design and Ethics, and Biostatistics. In the final year, students complete Administrative Law, International Law, five Law Electives, and an additional elective, allowing them to explore specialised areas of legal practice. Overall, the curriculum integrates legal, scientific, research, ethical, and practical learning, preparing graduates for careers at the intersection of law, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, biomedical science, medical technology, and regulation.