Bachelor of Laws (Honours) (Political philosophy)/Bachelor of Politics, Philosophy and Economics in Melbourne Australia | La Trobe University

La Trobe's combined Bachelor of Laws (Honours) and Bachelor of Politics, Philosophy and Economics delivers a hands-on, forward-thinking education that examines legal systems through ethical and societal lenses. Develop a complete legal skillset and apply it in practical settings through internship programs. Strengthen your political knowledge by exploring economic governance and policy implementation for societal benefit. Analyze how inflation, job markets, GDP growth, and international debt interconnect and impact community welfare. Then explore diverse political economy frameworks, covering institutional approaches, feminist perspectives, post-Keynesian models, behavioral theories, and environmental economics.
Deepen your political acumen by studying economic policy-making and its societal outcomes. Investigate the relationships between price stability, employment rates, national prosperity, and external debt, considering their collective influence on quality of life. Progress to evaluating contrasting economic philosophies, from structuralist and gender-focused analyses to alternative economic paradigms considering human behavior and sustainability. Expand your comprehension of economic systems operating within interconnected domestic and international markets.

This dual degree opens doors to diverse professional opportunities across government and corporate sectors.