Bachelor of Property Economics/Bachelor of Laws (Honours)

5 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

Queensland University of Technology

Program Overview

This double degree equips students with a strong foundation in property markets, valuation, investment analysis, and urban development alongside comprehensive legal training. It is ideal for students who are interested in combining commercial property expertise with legal knowledge to work across real estate, development, finance, and legal sectors.

Queensland University of Technology (QUT) – Gardens Point Campus, Brisbane, Queensland

Curriculum Structure

Year 1:
Students are introduced to core legal principles and property fundamentals through units such as Introduction to Law, Legal Institutions and Processes, and Property Economics Principles. Alongside this, they begin understanding property markets and economic decision-making with foundational coursework in property and valuation concepts, building the base for both disciplines.

Year 2:
The focus shifts toward applied legal and property knowledge with subjects like Contract Law, Torts, and Real Estate Markets and Valuation. Students also study property analysis and development principles, learning how legal frameworks interact with property transactions and investment decisions in real-world contexts.

Year 3:
Students progress into more specialised areas such as Land Law, Equity and Trusts, and Property Development and Investment Analysis. At this stage, they begin working on practical property economics applications, including feasibility studies and regulatory considerations in development projects.

Year 4:
Advanced legal and property studies take priority with units such as Administrative Law, Property Portfolio Management, and Urban Economics and Planning. Students also engage in more complex legal reasoning and case analysis while applying property valuation and investment strategies in professional contexts.

Year 5:
The final year consolidates expertise through advanced electives such as Commercial Property Law, Advanced Valuation Techniques, and Mooting or Legal Clinic Practice. Students also complete capstone-style learning experiences that integrate property economics and legal practice, preparing them for professional employment.

Focus Areas:

Property valuation, real estate investment, land use planning, commercial law, property development, legal practice, economic analysis, and regulatory frameworks in property markets.

Learning Outcomes:

Graduates will be able to analyse property markets, apply valuation techniques, interpret legal frameworks, and advise on property transactions and development projects with strong legal and economic reasoning skills.

Professional Alignment (Accreditation):

The Bachelor of Laws (Honours) component satisfies the academic requirements for admission to legal practice in Australia, subject to completion of Practical Legal Training (PLT). The property economics component aligns with industry expectations in valuation, property development, and real estate investment sectors.

Reputation (Employability & Rankings):

QUT is recognised as a 5-star QS-rated university for teaching and employability, and is consistently ranked among Australia’s leading universities for graduate employment outcomes, particularly in law, business, and built environment disciplines.

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

At QUT, students in this double degree gain hands-on experience in both legal practice and property economics through a highly applied, industry-connected learning model. You’ll develop practical skills in property valuation, investment analysis, urban development, and legal reasoning using real-world scenarios, case-based learning, and professional tools used across the property and legal sectors. Learning is supported by QUT’s strong links with industry and access to specialist facilities that mirror real professional environments in law and property.

Experiential learning: where students build job-ready expertise through professional tools, industry engagement, and applied learning environments:

QUT Law School Moot Court facilities used for advocacy training, mock trials, negotiation exercises, and legal argument development
QUT Law Library (Gardens Point) with extensive legal databases, case law resources, research tools, and dedicated legal research support services
Property Economics training using industry-standard valuation and analysis approaches, including exposure to property market data interpretation and investment decision-making frameworks
Work Integrated Learning (WIL) opportunities, including internships, industry placements, and real property/legal project work with real clients and organisations
Industry-focused learning projects where students work in teams to analyse property developments, legal issues, and urban planning challenges
Engagement with property and legal professionals through guest lectures, networking events, and real industry case studies
Access to QUT Business and Law learning environments, supporting interdisciplinary projects combining legal regulation, property markets, and economic analysis
Real-world case simulations in property development and conveyancing law, building skills in contracts, compliance, and transaction processes
Use of digital tools and industry datasets for property valuation, market forecasting, and economic analysis applied in coursework and assessments
Exposure to Queensland’s property and legal sector networks, supporting professional awareness and employability preparation

Progression & Future Opportunities

This double degree builds expertise in property markets, valuation, investment analysis, and economic decision-making alongside advanced legal training. Graduates are equipped to understand how law, finance, and property economics intersect, making them highly valuable in real estate, development, banking, government planning, and legal practice. Career pathways include property lawyer, property economist, valuation analyst, development consultant, commercial real estate adviser, and planning or regulatory specialist: offering strong opportunities in one of Australia’s most significant asset-driven industries.

Future progression and career opportunities are strengthened through QUT’s industry-connected teaching, professional learning environment, and employability support:

QUT Careers and Employability provides personalised career coaching, resume and interview preparation, employer networking events, mentoring programs, and access to graduate recruitment opportunities
Work Integrated Learning (WIL) opportunities allow students to gain real-world experience through internships, industry projects, professional placements, and property sector engagement activities
QUT Business School’s strong industry partnerships connect students with property developers, valuation firms, banks, real estate agencies, and government planning bodies
QUT Law School’s practical legal education develops advocacy, negotiation, legal research, and regulatory interpretation skills relevant to property and commercial law
Exposure to real property market analysis tools and valuation methodologies prepares students for industry-ready decision-making in investment and development contexts
Bachelor of Laws (Honours) satisfies the academic requirements for admission to legal practice in Australia, subject to completion of Practical Legal Training (PLT)
Property economics training aligns with industry standards in valuation, urban economics, development feasibility, and investment analysis
Graduates gain interdisciplinary expertise in law, economics, finance, property markets, and regulation, giving them strong career flexibility
Strong graduate outcomes across property development, real estate investment, legal practice, government planning, and financial services sectors

Employment & Salary Outcomes:

Graduate Property Lawyer / Solicitor: approximately AUD $75,000 – $130,000+
Property Economist / Analyst: approximately AUD $85,000 – $135,000+
Commercial Property Consultant: approximately AUD $90,000 – $150,000+
Valuation or Investment Analyst: approximately AUD $85,000 – $140,000+

Estimated Median Salary Range:
Graduates working across property law, economics, valuation, and investment sectors typically achieve a median salary of approximately AUD $90,000 – $125,000, with strong long-term earning potential in commercial property, development leadership, banking, and legal practice.

Further Academic Progression:

After graduation, students can undertake Practical Legal Training (PLT) to qualify for admission as a solicitor in Australia. Graduates may also pursue postgraduate study such as a Master of Laws (LLM), Master of Property Development, Master of Business Administration (MBA), Master of Urban Planning, or research higher degrees in property economics, law, finance, or urban development. These pathways can lead to senior roles in property investment, legal advisory, urban policy, corporate leadership, and development management.