Bachelor of Laws/Bachelor of Business Analytics

5 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

Swinburne University of Technology

Program Overview

At Swinburne University of Technology, the Bachelor of Laws / Bachelor of Business Analytics is a forward-thinking double degree designed for students who want to combine legal expertise with data-driven decision-making skills. It suits learners who are analytical, detail-oriented, and interested in how law, data, and business strategy intersect in modern organisations. Campus Location: Hawthorn (Melbourne)

Curriculum structure:

Year 1:
In the first year, students build a strong foundation in both disciplines through introductory legal and analytical studies. You typically begin with core law foundations such as Legal Methods and Systems and Contract Law, alongside business analytics fundamentals like Data Analysis Principles and Introduction to Business Information Systems. This year focuses on developing critical thinking, legal reasoning, and basic data interpretation skills.

Year 2:
In the second year, learning becomes more applied as students explore deeper legal areas and analytical tools. Law studies often include subjects such as Torts Law and Criminal Law, while business analytics units may cover Business Statistics and Data Management. Students begin working with real datasets and legal problem scenarios, strengthening both technical and reasoning abilities.

Year 3:
By the third year, students engage with more complex and specialised content. Legal studies may include Administrative Law and Equity and Trusts, while analytics units such as Predictive Analytics and Data Visualisation develop advanced decision-making skills. This stage often includes project-based learning where legal frameworks and data insights are combined to solve real-world business problems.

Year 4:
In the fourth year, students focus on advanced integration of law and analytics. Subjects may include Corporate Law, Intellectual Property Law, and advanced analytics units like Business Forecasting and Big Data Analytics Applications. Students typically work on capstone-style projects that simulate professional legal and business environments.

Year 5:
The final year consolidates both disciplines through advanced electives and professional preparation. Students complete higher-level legal units alongside specialised analytics subjects and a major research or industry project. This year focuses on transitioning students into professional roles where legal reasoning and data insights are used together in decision-making.

Focus areas: Legal practice, business data analytics, corporate governance, regulatory frameworks, data-driven decision systems, risk analysis, and strategic decision-making.

Learning outcomes: Graduates develop strong legal reasoning, advanced analytical and statistical skills, the ability to interpret complex datasets for business decisions, and the capability to apply legal frameworks in data-rich environments.

Professional alignment (accreditation): The Bachelor of Laws component aligns with academic requirements for legal practice admission in Australia (subject to completion of practical legal training), while the Business Analytics component builds industry-relevant skills aligned with data and business intelligence roles across multiple sectors.

Reputation (employability rankings): Swinburne University of Technology is recognised in global university rankings such as the QS World University Rankings and is known for strong industry-connected learning and graduate employability outcomes, particularly in business, law, and technology-related fields.

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

At Swinburne University of Technology, the Bachelor of Laws / Bachelor of Business Analytics is built around real decision-making, where you learn to interpret data while also understanding the legal and regulatory frameworks that shape business environments. You don’t just study analytics in theory — you actively work with industry-style datasets, legal case materials, and digital platforms used in modern organisations. This combination helps you develop both critical legal thinking and strong data-driven problem-solving skills, preparing you for workplaces where business, technology, and regulation overlap every day:

Experiential learning where you build real analytical and legal capability through industry-standard environments, practical tools, and applied learning experiences:

Swinburne Law Moot Court & Legal Practice Training Rooms: Develop courtroom reasoning, advocacy, and legal communication skills through simulated hearings and case-based learning
Swinburne Law Clinic (Practical Legal Experience): Work on supervised legal matters, building research, drafting, and client-focused problem-solving skills in authentic legal contexts
Business Analytics Labs & Digital Learning Environments: Gain hands-on experience working with real-world datasets using industry-standard statistical, programming, and visualisation tools used in business decision-making
Swinburne Data Science and AI-focused learning spaces: Engage in applied analytics projects involving predictive modelling, business intelligence, and data interpretation for real organisational problems
Industry-based project units: Collaborate on real business and legal scenarios where you analyse data insights and apply legal reasoning to commercial and regulatory challenges
Swinburne Innovation Studio: Participate in interdisciplinary team projects that combine business strategy, analytics insights, and problem-solving for industry partners
Swinburne Library & Digital Resources (Hawthorn Campus): Access extensive legal databases, business intelligence resources, research journals, and digital analytics learning tools
Work-Integrated Learning (WIL) opportunities: Gain exposure to real workplaces through industry projects, internships, and applied learning experiences with organisations across business, tech, and legal sectors
Cross-disciplinary collaboration projects: Work alongside students from law, business, and technology disciplines to solve complex problems involving data, regulation, and organisational strategy

Progression & Future Opportunities

At Swinburne University of Technology, the Bachelor of Laws / Bachelor of Business Analytics prepares graduates for careers where legal expertise meets data-driven decision making. You graduate with a rare combination of analytical, commercial, and legal capabilities that are highly valued across government, corporate, and consulting sectors. Typical career pathways include: legal analyst, business/management consultant, data or business analyst, compliance and risk advisor: roles where interpreting data, understanding regulation, and making strategic decisions all come together.

Progression & Future Opportunities: Swinburne focuses on strong employability outcomes through industry-integrated learning and dedicated career development support.

Swinburne Careers & Employability Service: Offers personalised career coaching, resume and interview preparation, employer networking events, and access to graduate employment opportunities across business, analytics, and legal sectors
Work-Integrated Learning (WIL) programs: Embedded industry projects and placements allow students to apply legal reasoning and data analytics skills to real organisational challenges before graduation
Industry-connected learning ecosystem: Strong links with organisations across finance, consulting, technology, government, and professional services sectors provide exposure to real-world business analytics and regulatory environments
Professional recognition (Law pathway): The law component supports the academic pathway required for progression toward legal practice admission in Australia, adding long-term professional credibility
Analytics and digital capability focus: Graduates are equipped with in-demand skills in data interpretation, statistical analysis, business intelligence tools, and evidence-based decision making used across modern industries
Graduation outcomes (career readiness focus): Swinburne graduates benefit from practical learning experiences, contributing to strong job readiness in roles that combine law, data, and business strategy
Typical early-career salary range (indicative): Graduates in business analytics and law-related analytical roles typically earn approximately AUD 70,000 – 115,000+, with higher earning potential as experience and specialist expertise develop

Further Academic Progression:
After completing this double degree, students can pursue postgraduate study such as a Master of Business Analytics, Master of Laws (LLM), Master of Data Science, MBA, or specialised certifications in compliance, data analytics, or legal practice (Practical Legal Training for admission as a lawyer) to deepen expertise and advance into senior professional roles.