Property and law have a natural relationship with related skills that are in high demand. Students can secure a competitive legal edge with hands-on experience in the dynamic real estate industry with Deakin University's Bachelor of Property and Real Estate/Bachelor of Laws. They will gain a top-ranked legal education with skills across property investment, valuation, development and management.
Deakin University's unique combined course gives students professionally recognized qualifications in both property and law, unlocking exciting career options. It allows them to mix and match study specialisations from straight property law through to mediation, contracts management and liquidation. Hands-on learning opportunities will ensure they are ready to thrive in both fields and where law and property intersect. From internships at law firms to working on real cases at Deakin Law Clinic, students will earn the experience they need to enter the workforce with confidence.
Students can get hands-on with Deakin University's experience-based approach to learning. Through practical and theoretical study, they will learn all the major areas of law, including:
- contracts law
- legal practice and ethics
- criminal law and procedure
- torts
- property law
- constitutional law
- administrative law
In addition, students will undertake foundational property units, including sustainable construction, property economics and statutory valuation. The program is designed to maximize their legal knowledge, they will also study topics relevant to their first-class law education.
In today’s legal landscape, lawyers are increasingly expected to provide commercial and practical insight beyond pure legal advice. Students can get a competitive head-start by learning the latest industry concepts, legal practice and approaches from teachers who are active researchers and legal professionals. Benefit from their existing connections, networks and insights, and graduate well-prepared for their future workplace.
Deakin University will also help to connect students with internship placements at law firms, legal aid providers and government officers for credit towards their Deakin University Law School experience.
