Overview

Combining law and information technology (IT) puts you at the cutting edge of the growth area of legal issues arising from the advances of IT. This Information Technology- Laws (Honours) degree at Queensland University of Technology will give you the ability to practise law in light of the complex information and technology environments generated by manufacturers, data-processing consultancies, and private and government organisations. Alternatively, you can choose a career as a computing professional specialising in legal applications, information systems or security.

Careers and outcomes

You will have opportunities in areas that involve cyberlaw, intellectual property and legal regulation of the internet. You could work in software development, maintenance or IT system building as a business analyst, computer scientist, data communications specialist, database manager, electronic commerce developer, systems analyst or web designer.

Barrister

Computer scientist

Crown law officer

Database manager

Digital economy lawyer

Electronic commerce developer

In-house lawyer

Lawyer

Legal risk manager

Legal technology specialist

Network administrator

Policy officer

Programmer

Software engineer

Solicitor

Systems analyst

Systems manager

Systems programmer

Web designer

Accreditation

The Bachelor of Information Technology is accredited by the Australian Computer Society.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Building IT Systems

Database Management

Statutory Interpretation

Criminal Law

Dispute Resolution

Contemporary Law and Justice

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 66 months
Part-time
- 132 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-07-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-29 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-07-06 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-02-23 00:00:00

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More details

If you have to apply for an Australian visa to study, it is recommended to submit your application at least 6-7 months before you intend to start the degree.

Language

English

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Credits

528 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Campus Location

Brisbane, Australia

Disciplines

International Law Information Technology (IT) General Engineering & Technology View 58 other Bachelors in International Law in Australia

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

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General requirements

CRICOS: 083025D

An aggregate score of 9 based on the best three A-Level subjects from General Certificate of Education (GCE) Advanced (A2) Level.

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme with final aggregate score of 30.

Subject prerequisites

General Mathematics, or Mathematical Methods, or Specialist Mathematics (Units 3 & 4, C)

You must have achieved this study at a level comparable to Australian Year 12 or in recognised post-secondary studies.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

45100 AUD / year

≈ 45100 AUD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

13700 AUD / year

≈ 13700 AUD / year

Additional Details

Commonwealth supported place (CSP) for domestic students.

Living costs

Brisbane

Australia

1402 - 2528 AUD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Scholarships Information

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Overview

Careers and outcomes

Accreditation

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Additional Details

Living costs

Brisbane

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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