StudyQA — Bachelor: Computer Science and Laws

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Description

This double degree provides qualifications in both computer science and law. The legal qualification meets the academic requirements for admission as a legal practitioner in all Australian States and Territories.

Career Opportunities

Examples include legal practice or law-related management careers in the fields of science, technology, the environment and finance in both the public and private sectors, legal aid agencies, telecommunications and government bodies.

Detailed Course Facts

Application deadline You are advised to apply as early as possible Tuition fee

EUR 12700 Year (National)
EUR 12700 Year (International)

Start date February,June,October 2015 Credits 240
Duration full-time 60 months Languages Take an IELTS test

English

Delivery mode Online Educational variant Part-time, Full-time Intensity Flexible Attendance No Attendance Teacher support Continuous support with feedback on request

Course Content

Course Aims

The Bachelor of Computer Science component will equip students with the knowledge and skills required to pursue a range of information technology related career paths and/or postgraduate study. The study of a major will enable students to attain and demonstrate knowledge and skills in a specialised area of computer science and its applications.

The Bachelor of Laws component provides:

(i) an understanding and knowledge of Australian law and to develop skills which will enable students to use their legal knowledge both within the legal profession or in other areas where legal skills can be employed; and

(ii) the knowledge and skills applicable to a career in the financial services industry; in particular, the focus is on financial planning tax and law.

Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:

BLaws component: critically understand a wide range of legal concepts, values, principles and rules of the law relevant to the course;

compose a clear, coherent and logical argument, to communicate it effectively through both the written and spoken word, to defend it against criticism, as well as being able and willing to recognise potential alternative conclusions for particular situations;

develop an interest in, and positive attitude towards, the appropriate development and reform of the law, and the intellectual integrity and independence of mind to challenge orthodoxy and to stand up for a personal conception of what is right, whilst also being self-critical and open to alternative views;

demonstrate a thorough grounding in the theory of finance and financial planning;

show the application of theory of finance and financial planning; and

apply their knowledge to real world problems and projects.

BCompSc component: apply skills and knowledge in algorithm design, program construction, software project management and software engineering;

meet professional standards of software development including technical skills, documentation, software quality, collaboration and ethics;

demonstrate skills and knowledge in a specialised area of computer science and its applications;

communicate and work effectively as part of a team involved in an information technology project; and

adapt to the rapidly changing information technology landscape through proficiency in the fundamental knowledge and techniques attained during the course.

English Language Requirements

IELTS band : 6 TOEFL iBT® test : 79

To study at this university, you have to speak English. We advice you to

take an IELTS test. More About IELTS

Requirements

A candidate shall be qualified for admission (see Admission Rule Undergraduate Policy).

Assumed knowledge is two units of English and Mathematics.

Work Experience

No work experience is required.

Want to improve your English level for admission?

Prepare for the program requirements with English Online by the British Council.

✔️ Flexible study schedule
✔️ Experienced teachers
✔️ Certificate upon completion

📘 Recommended for students with an IELTS level of 6.0 or below.

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