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UNDERGRADUATEGUIDE 2018

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UNDERGRADUATEGUIDE 2018

Whether you have a dream job in mind, or you’re still figuring it out, our courses give you the knowledge, experience and connections for career success.

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Undergraduate Guide 20184 | How we help you become career ready

How we help you become career ready

Career Ready AdvantageCareer Ready Advantage has been co-developed with a wide range of employers. It allows you to take control of your career management and to gain the skills and personal attributes graduate employers have told us they are looking for. Our Career Ready team will provide expert support as you develop key skills; undertake a variety of experiential learning activities like volunteering, internships, skills competitions, and international study; and reflect on the value to you and to future employers.

Your program is personalised through the selection of learning experiences and activities that will complement your study. The experiences, skills and attributes you gain will be recorded in a Career Ready Portfolio so employers are better informed of what you’re capable of achieving in the future.

You’ll be able to monitor your progress through an online dashboard in the MyLaTrobe app, and stay up to date on your career ready progress during your time at La Trobe. The dashboard will also incorporate the skills gained through a broad range of activities and aspects of student life, including part-time work or volunteering experience.

Employers have told us that students who take control of their career management really stand out, so the program focuses on helping you build a strong awareness of your career purpose and strengths, finding where you fit in the graduate world of work and connecting you with mentors and key employer networks. Through the program, you’ll be able to present your skills, experience and values confidently to future employers. Career Ready Advantage launches in 2017. Get updates at: latrobe.edu.au/students/careers

Professors of PracticeWe’re championing a shift in how industry can contribute to academia. Our Professors of Practice are industry professionals, employed to contribute to course curriculums and, at times, teach. You’ll benefit from their experience, industry knowledge and professional networks. Professors of Practice are currently in place in the La Trobe Business School.

Graduate with hands-on experienceYou can gain the real-world experience employers are looking for through volunteering or work experience. Many of our courses include work placements that allow you to apply your skills to real, industry-based projects with organisations such as Deloitte, CSIRO, a range of hospitals, and the Australian Synchrotron. You could even complete a short course or study tour overseas, and get real experience while seeing the world.

La Trobe EssentialsWe’ve made innovation, entrepreneurship, global citizenship and sustainability thinking central to all of our undergraduate courses to make sure you graduate prepared for today’s workplace. Find out how La Trobe Essentials will prepare you for success: latrobe.edu.au/essentials

Your career is our job.

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Among our alumni are CEOs of prominent organisations, business founders, parliamentarians, human rights activists, researchers and Olympians. La Trobe graduates have gone on to work in a range of organisations, including:

Australian Government, National Gallery of Victoria, Siemens, Monash Health,

Red Cross, United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees, Lendlease,

Melbourne City Football Club, The McGrath Foundation, Queensland Art Gallery,

Alfred Health, City of Melbourne, ANZ Group, PNG Sustainable Development

Program Ltd, Save the Children Australia, Victorian Association of Forest

Industries, Olga Tennison Autism Research Centre (OTARC), Victoria State

Government, Oxfam Australia, Cattle Council of Australia, Australian Conservation

Foundation, National Farmers’ Federation, QBE Insurance, Holding Redlich,

Children’s Hospital New Orleans, Moreland City Council, Bully Zero Australia

Foundation, L’Oreal, Sensis, Royal Australian Air Force, World Vision Australia,

Austin Health, The Royal Melbourne Hospital, Zoos Victoria, The Northern

Hospital, CSIRO, PwC, VicRoads, Telstra, BHP Billiton, Microsoft, Aurecon, Mercy

Hospital for Women, Google, Singtel Optus, Engineers Without Borders, Pfizer,

Wesfarmers, Dell Technology, Rio Tinto, Symantec and many more ...

FINDING A JOB

As a La Trobe student, you’ll have access to a number of resources to help you find a job. CareerHub Search for part-time and casual roles, work experience and volunteering opportunities. Employer Connect Explore and apply for graduate jobs in Australia and overseas. Unitemps Launching in 2017, Unitemps will be La Trobe’s recruitment agency on-campus. The service will give you the opportunity to access interesting paid casual work as a student and graduate jobs upon completion of your degree. latrobe.edu.au/students/careers/jobs

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Welcome to La Trobe

‘This year La Trobe celebrates its 50 year anniversary – and what an incredible journey it has been.

In 1967 we enrolled 552 students at our Melbourne Campus in Bundoora with a pledge to change the world and open higher education to the wider community.

Today, we proudly educate and inspire over 36,000 students across eight vibrant campuses in Victoria and New South Wales. We’re ranked among the top two per cent of universities in the world and with over 150 partnerships in 40 countries, we’ve grown to become a truly global player.

In your hands you’re holding more than just a course guide – you’ve got the inspiration for your next big journey, the starting point of your fulfilling career.

It’s an exciting thought. And with a strong focus on graduate employability and more than $500 million being invested into our campus facilities, you can be sure that La Trobe will support you to reach your goals.

Good luck, and we look forward to seeing you.’

Professor John DewarVice-Chancellor and PresidentLa Trobe University

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Disclaimer: The information contained in this publication is current as of the date of printing. The University reserves the right to make changes without notice, at any time in its absolute discretion, including but not limited to varying admission or assessment requirements, or varying or discontinuing any course or subject. To the extent permitted by law, the University does not accept responsibility for any loss or damage occasioned by use of any of the information contained in this publication. For course information updates, please visit: latrobe.edu.au/courses

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Courses are just the beginning …

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Become a Student AmbassadorStudent Ambassadors are the face of La Trobe. They are high achievers and leaders among their peers. As a Student Ambassador you could be called upon to represent La Trobe at promotional events, career expos, and on school visits. We’ll train you in public speaking, communication, team participation and organisation so you can fulfil your duties, and accumulate some great skills for your resume.

Personalised leadership and professional development opportunities are also available through the program, plus you’ll get to network with academics, other high achieving students and staff members across La Trobe.

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Start a social enterpriseThe Big Idea is a social enterprise planning competition run by The Big Issue, which you can also take as an elective subject as part of your degree. It challenges you to come up with a community-focused business idea, create a business plan and pitch it to a panel of influential industry professionals.

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Connect Volunteer Program Connect Volunteers are involved in a seven-week program welcoming new students to our La Trobe community and helping them transition to university life. As a Connect Volunteer, you’ll be supported with customised training and professional supervision as you develop new skills and networks.

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Volunteer as an International Host As an International Host you’ll help out during Orientation and provide a warm welcome for our incoming international students.

Your responsibilities may include leading campus tours, providing advice on everything from timetabling to tourist attractions, and participating in fun events like our Amazing Race. You’ll be recognised for your contribution with a personal reference and certificate, gain new skills and make a bunch of new friends.

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There’s a lot more to La Trobe than classes. Here are just a few examples of what you can do.

Get fit, stay fitJoin our footy, soccer or netball teams; or get your heart rate going with swimming, surfing or mountaineering. Our on-campus sport centres offer a range of equipment and services to keep you fit and healthy while you study. You’ll also have the chance to compete in the University Games, and you can join Team La Trobe and represent the University at events throughout the year.

La Trobe is a member of the Elite Athlete Friendly University Network, so if you’re an elite athlete we know how to take care of you. We’ll help you balance your academic and sporting pursuits and prepare you for a career after competitive sport.

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Orientation Orientation is the official start to your university life. Experience your La Trobe community first-hand, meet new friends in your course, explore your campus and learn everything you need to hit the ground running!

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Join a club or societyStudents run a huge range of clubs and societies across our campuses, so you’ll have plenty of opportunities to meet people who share your sporting, political, musical, academic, cultural or literary interests. Clubs and societies are a great way to gain extra skills and look impressive on your CV – plus they’re a great way to socialise.

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ACROSS OUR CAMPUSES.

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Undergraduate Guide 201810 | Our campuses

Our campuses

Melbourne CampusNestled among 267 hectares of beautiful parkland and waterways, La Trobe’s Melbourne Campus is one of the largest metropolitan campuses in Australia. Set in Melbourne’s North, just 14 kilometres from the city centre, students from across the world choose to study here and take advantage of world-class facilities and resources.

These include state-of-the-art science laboratories, media studios, a multi-level library, a huge wildlife sanctuary and more. Within the Campus is a vibrant community bustling with cafes, restaurants, banks and our very own post office.

Our eight campuses in Victoria and New South Wales offer a diverse mix of settings and experiences, from the metropolitan delights of Australia’s two biggest cities to the hidden treasures of rural centres. No matter which campus you choose, we’re committed to helping you achieve your goals in a unique and supportive environment.

We’re proud to be the largest provider of university education to regional Victoria.

MELBOURNE

SHEPPARTON

ALBURY-WODONGA

SYDNEY

BENDIGO

MILDURA

Over 26,000 students / 14 km from the CBD / Accessible by car, tram, train, bus or bike / On-campus accommodation options

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City CampusPositioned in the heart of Melbourne, our City Campus combines study with all the excitement and culture that Melbourne has to offer. A suite of Master’s programs is offered at the City Campus, and students benefit from an intimate, service-focused experience along with modern facilities and resources.

Bendigo CampusOur Bendigo Campus is an integral part of one of Victoria’s fastest-growing regional cities and is currently embarking on a $50 million upgrade to offer world-class library, technology and engineering facilities. The Campus offers a wide range of study disciplines, including dentistry and health sciences. The clinical teaching building is in the centre of the city’s new hospital precinct, while the main campus is just three kilometres from the heart of the city. Bendigo is a cultural hub with a vibrant nightlife and welcoming community. The Campus enjoys great connections to local businesses, festivals, galleries, sporting teams and the city council. As a student, you’ll reap the rewards of those connections.

Albury-Wodonga CampusAlbury-Wodonga is Australia’s largest inland regional centre, combining a rich cultural history with amazing natural landmarks. Our Albury-Wodonga Campus is just three kilometres from Wodonga city and boasts an award-winning library, laboratories, international-standard soccer pitch, cafes and student accommodation. The Campus is also home to the John Richards Initiative (researching ageing and aged care in regional communities) and the Murray-Darling Freshwater Research Centre.

Mildura CampusOur Mildura Campus is strongly connected to the surrounding community and offers students a more personalised and intimate study experience. Students are able to enjoy opportunities both on campus and in the community through our strategic partnerships and a number of Work Integrated Learning (WIL) opportunities. A major fruit and vegetable growing district, Mildura is a great place to live, study and work. The Campus is also home to the Murray-Darling Freshwater Research Centre.

Shepparton CampusA lively city about 180 kilometres from Melbourne, Shepparton has a lot to offer. Our Shepparton Campus is positioned within the city centre and is equipped with excellent teaching, study and communal meeting spaces – including a clinical learning unit with advanced teaching technologies. An ever-increasing range of study options are available to students, including courses in business, health science and education.

Sydney CampusOur Sydney Campus is located in the heart of the international business community, close to public transport as well as work and internship opportunities. A world-famous city and home to Australian icons like the Opera House and the Sydney Harbour Bridge, Sydney is an exceptional place to study.

Over 5,000 students / 3 km to Bendigo city centre Accessible by car, train, bus or bike / On-campus accommodation options

Over 500 students / Intimate campus setting Accessible by car, bus or bike

Over 700 students / CBD Location / Accessible by car, train, bus or bike

Over 800 students / 3 km to Wodonga and 12 km to Albury city centre Accessible by car, bus or bike / On-campus accommodation options

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Over 700 students / CBD Location / Accessible by car, train, bus or bike

Undergraduate Guide 201812 | Aspire Early Admissions Program

Aspire Early Admissions Program

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What is the Aspire Program?Active community involvement can give you valuable skills and help you to develop an exciting career. The Aspire Program recognises the positive impact you’ve had on your community and rewards you with an early offer into La Trobe. Conditional offers are made in mid-September – for Year 12 students this is well before you receive your ATAR.

We accept applications from people who volunteer, lead and contribute to their community. Aside from an early conditional offer into any La Trobe course, Aspire students benefit from minimum entry requirements, along with the opportunity to connect with like-minded students.

It’s all part of our pledge to acknowledge the difference you make.

Who can apply?The Aspire Program is open to:

• current Year 12 students (domestic and on-shore international*)

• non-Year 12 applicants (including mature-age applicants).

Types of community contributionThere are many ways you can contribute to your community, and we take these into account when assessing your Aspire application. Examples include:

• community service or volunteering

• leadership and service in sport, performing arts or charity fundraising

• participating in social justice groups or a school leadership role

• religious or cultural group activities.

How we assess your applicationAs an Aspire applicant, you must submit a written statement describing how you’ve contributed to your community. Your statement should include:

• your role: what did you do? Did you act alone or as part of a team?

• impact: what effect did your actions have?

• commitment: how long were you involved?

If you’re a Year 12 student, we’ll also seek a recommendation from your school to endorse your academic ability.

Successful Aspire applicants will receive an early conditional offer into La Trobe. This includes a minimum ATAR of 50 for entry into all our courses (excluding some professional degree programs) for Year 12 students. For non-Year 12 students, a successful Aspire offer can provide the benefit of minimum entry requirements (ATAR or equivalent. academic performance in further study) into our courses.

Both Year 12s and non-Year 12s will still need to meet all course prerequisites and any special requirements for their preferred course.

Support and preparation for study at La Trobe Year 12 students who receive an Aspire offer are invited to take part in our Enrichment Program.

The Program helps you through the final stages of Year 12 and prepares you for life as a university student. Victorian students will have access to free VCE revision lectures, and all students benefit from our libraries, on-campus events and activities, as well as the Aspire Facebook group which you can use to meet other Aspire students, ask questions and share resources.

How to applyYou can apply for up to three courses through the Aspire Program. Head to our website for more information – including a sample application, step-by-step guide and other helpful resources.

latrobe.edu.au/aspire

Important datesApplications open

Thursday 1 June, 2017

Applications close

Thursday 31 August, 2017

Notification of outcome

Mid-September 2017

‘I held the role of Student Action Prefect. With this opportunity, I implemented an anti-bullying campaign and coordinated a number of social justice activities.’

Rebecca Spiliopoulos2015 Aspire student

Our partnershipsDid you know La Trobe has partnerships with the Country Fire Authority (CFA), The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award and St John Ambulance? Your involvement with these organisations is officially recognised by the Aspire Program.

*International students subject to course eligibility.

http://latrobe.edu.au/aspire

Undergraduate Guide 201814 | What do you want to be?

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What do you want to be?

ArtsA wide range of careers requiring broad skills, critical thinking and flexibility. For example: archaeologist, policy adviser, international development manager, social researcher, museum curator

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Creative artsProducer, studio manager, artist, curator, writer, editor, actor, performer, screen/script writer

International relations; politics, philosophy and economics

Diplomat, human rights advocate, NGO program manager, policy adviser

Languages and linguistics

Translator, interpreter, teacher, politician, diplomat

Media and communication

Journalist, sport reporter, broadcast producer, public relations specialist, content developer

Urban, rural and environmental planning

Urban/rural planner, social and community planner, place-maker, heritage consultant, environmental manager

AccountingFinancial or management accountant, forensic accountant, tax accountant, financial officer

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Business manager, consultant, corporate manager, strategic planner, agribusiness professional

Finance and economics

Financial adviser, financial analyst, financial planner, policy adviser/ analyst, economist

Event management and marketing

Cultural, sport and community event manager or facilitator, marketing analyst, sponsorship manager

Sports management Team manager, recreational planner, team coach, policy adviser

Tourism and hospitality

Hotel manager, tour operator, restaurant owner, entrepreneur, travel advisor

Early childhood education

Pre-school teacher, early childhood teacher, kindergarten teacher, early intervention, childcare professional, primary school teacher

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66Outdoor educationOutdoor educator, environmental educator, ecotourism professional, land and natural resource manager, parks ranger, adventure guide

Primary and secondary education

Primary teacher, secondary teacher, special education teacher, student welfare teacher

Your dream careerYour next step

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Business information systems

Systems analyst, analyst programmer, database manager, systems researcher, network project engineer, network security analyst

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104EngineeringAdvanced manufacturing engineer, industrial automation engineer, systems engineer, engineering management, civil designer, water management, structural engineer, transportation engineer, project manager

IT and computer science

Computer scientist, systems analyst, programmer, database manager, software engineer, security and network expert, game designer

Health sciences combined degrees

Physiotherapist, speech pathologist, occupational therapist, dietitian, podiatrist, prosthetist, orthotist, orthoptist, audiologist, exercise physiologist

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Rehabilitation counsellor, health promotion officer, health education coordinator, public health researcher, health information manager

Human services/ social work

Social worker, aged care worker, youth care worker, policy analyst /adviser

Nursing, midwifery and paramedicine

Nurse, midwife, paramedic, emergency care clinician

Oral health and dentistry

Dentist, dental prosthetist, dental therapist, dental hygienist

CriminologyCrime prevention, advocacy, police officer, research and policy adviser, community corrections officer, customs officer, intelligence officer

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Law Lawyer, barrister, solicitor, legal policy analyst/advisor

Laws/commerce

Specialist lawyer, public/community lawyer, corporate lawyer, economist

Laws/ international relations

Political advocate, specialist lawyer, foreign correspondent, diplomat

Laws/media and communication

Media lawyer, completion guarantor, copyright lawyer

Laws/ psychological science

Specialist lawyer, health/human services lawyer, non-government organisations, policy analyst/adviser

Laws/science Lobbyist, scientific industries lawyer, forensic scientist

Agricultural scienceAgribusiness professional, water resource manager, agronomist, agricultural chemist

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Conservation biologist, park manager, animal keeper, microbiologist, genetic researcher, zoologist

Pharmacy Pharmacist, microbiologist, medicinal chemist

Psychology Human resources, counsellor, neuropsychologist, clinical psychologist

ScienceBiochemist, science journalist, physicist, biotechnologist, research scientist, statistician, chemist, research and development manager, environmental scientist, medical researcher

Your dream careerYour next step

Undergraduate Guide 201816 | Courses at a glance

Courses at a glance

Bachelor degrees

Courses Campuses/ATARs

BACHELOR DEGREE MEL BEN A-W MIL SHP SYD PAGE

Media and Communication (Journalism) 50.00 30

Media and Communication (Media Industries)

50.85 32

Media and Communication (Public Relations)

N/P 33

Media and Communication (Sport Journalism)

50.35 34

Nursing (Pre-registration) 60.00 50.35 52.45 52.50 54.20 96

Nursing (Enrolled Nurse Entry) — — — — — 98

Nursing (Graduate Entry) — — — — — 98

Oral Health Science 84.20 101

Outdoor Education 61.80 74

Outdoor Recreation Education 50.90 76

Pharmacy (Honours) 65.80 140

Physical, Health and Outdoor Education

51.50 77

Politics, Philosophy and Economics 70.85 35

Psychology (Honours) 80.95 N/P N/P 142

Psychological Science 55.05 51.20 N/P 143

Public Health Promotion N/P 103

Science 60.00 50.05 N/P 144

Science (Wildlife and Conservation Biology)

77.45 N/P 148

Technology Education — — 79

Urban, Rural and Environmental Planning N/P 36

Use these tables to check 2017 clearly-in first-round ATARs for La Trobe courses. Please note these are only a guide – ATARs may change in 2018. For more information about our courses, call us on 1300 135 045.

Bachelor degrees



Accounting 65.35 62.40 40

Agricultural Sciences 55.50 50.05 131

Agriculture and Technology ^ 55.85 131

Animal and Veterinary Biosciences 63.00 63.10 132

Arts 50.00 51.00 N/P N/P N/P 22

Biological Sciences 55.20 N/P 136

Biomedical Science NC 137

Biomedicine NC 138

Business 50.05 50.20 N/P N/P N/P 53.00 44

Business (Accounting) 50.20 52.65 N/P 50.65 N/P 48

Business (Accounting and Finance) 50.55 48

Business (Agribusiness) N/P N/P N/P N/P N/P 49

Business (Event Management) 52.85 50

Business (Event Management/Marketing)

50.05 N/P 51

Business (Human Resource Management)

51.45 52

Business (Marketing) 50.25 53

Business (Sport Development and Management)

50.15 54

Business (Sport Management) 50.15 56

Business (Tourism and Hospitality) 50.75 59

Business Information Systems N/P 108

Commerce 80.00 60

Computer Science 55.20 113

Creative Arts (screen major)* 50.65 26

Creative Arts (theatre major)* 50.65 26

Creative Arts (writing major)* 50.65 50.70 26

Creative Arts (visual arts major)* RC RC 26

Criminology 60.20 116

Early Childhood and Primary Education 60.85 N/P 68

Early Learning Online course 69

Educational Studies 50.80 51.30 N/P N/P 69

Education (Primary) 60.45 62.50 N/P 70

Education (Secondary) 60.15 61.00 N/P 72

Engineering (Honours) 60.15 62.30 106

Exercise Science 65.25 64.40 90

Finance N/P 65

Food and Nutrition Online course 91

Health Sciences 50.20 50.35 92

Human Nutrition 60.15 95

Information Technology 50.15 50.70 50.00 110

Information Technology (Professional) N/P N/P 113

International Business 51.05 51.35 65

International Relations 56.95 28

Laws 90.15 N/P 118

Laws (Graduate entry) — — 122

^Offered off campus at Melbourne Polytechnic, Epping Campus.

*The Bachelor of Creative Arts is offered with four different major options, each offered at different campuses and with different entry requirements. See the course listing on page 26 for details.

CybersecurityWe are excited to launch a new undergraduate cybersecurity offering in 2018. See page 19 for more information.

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Double degrees



Arts/Health Sciences 55.50 25

Arts/Science 60.75 136

Commerce/Agricultural Sciences 81.00 62

Commerce/Arts 80.95 62

Commerce/Computer Science N/P 63

Commerce/Health Sciences N/P 63

Commerce/International Relations N/P 64

Commerce/ Laws 90.20 126

Commerce / Science 81.20 64

Health Sciences (Medical Classification)/ Health Information Management

60.95 74.55 94

Laws/Arts 90.05 N/P 120

Laws/Business N/P 121

Laws/Criminology 90.05 122

Laws/International Relations 90.75 123

Laws/Media and Communication N/P 124

Laws/Psychological Science 90.85 N/P 124

Laws/Science N/P N/P 125

Nursing /Midwifery 81.00 80.90 99

Paramedic Practice / Public Health Promotion

65.20 N/P N/P N/P 103

Science/Business N/P 147

Science Double Degree Program 70.15 N/P 147

Bachelor/Master


BACHELOR DEGREE/MASTER MEL BEN A-W MIL SHP SYD PAGE

Accounting/Financial Analysis N/P 41

Applied Science/Clinical Audiology 80.70 83

Applied Science/ Clinical Prosthetics and Orthotics

82.25 83

Applied Science/Dietetic Practice 85.45 84

Applied Science/ Occupational Therapy Practice

75.15 71.45 N/P N/P N/P 84

Applied Science/Orthoptics 80.30 85

Applied Science/Podiatric Practice 66.05 86

Applied Science/Physiotherapy Practice 95.50 93.50 N/P N/P 88

Applied Science/Speech Pathology 80.30 N/P N/P N/P N/P 89

Business/Management N/P 58

Exercise Science/Exercise Physiology 75.75 90

Human Services/Social Work 50.70 50.80 N/P N/P N/P 100

Health Sciences in Dentistry/Dentistry 97.40 101

Science (Honours)/Nanotechnology N/P 148

Diplomas


DIPLOMA MEL BEN A-W MIL SHP SYD PAGE

Diploma of Arts N/A N/A N/A N/A 27

Diploma in Business N/A N/A N/A N/A 42

Diploma in Health Sciences N/A 91

Diploma in Languages N/A 37

Campuses

MEL Melbourne MIL Mildura

BEN Bendigo SHP Shepparton

A-W Albury-Wodonga SYD Sydney

Abbreviations and symbols

NC New course —Course primarily selects on the basis of post-secondary studies

N/P ATAR not published RC Range of criteria

N/A ATAR not applicable

Make it a doubleExpand your career opportunities with one of our double degrees or combined Bachelor/Master programs.

Undergraduate Guide 201818 | Double your potential

Double your potential

What is a double degree? A double degree refers to two single degrees undertaken in a shorter time frame; most are reduced from six years of study down to four years. You’ll graduate with two Bachelor degrees, meaning you can study two areas of interest.

Our double degrees are designed to meet industry demand and address challenges facing the world today. You can go on to solve world issues and improve the welfare of human societies.

What can you study? Our double degrees on offer are spread across a wide range of study areas and offer some unique and specialised combinations, including:

• Commerce/Agricultural Sciences

• Commerce/International Relations

• Laws/Criminology

• Nursing/Midwifery

• Arts/Health Sciences.

With 21 double degrees on offer, you can improve your employment potential, study a wider range of subjects and combine your passion with your chosen profession.

Combine your passionsStudying two Bachelor degrees means you can combine two different areas you’re passionate about. If you’re not sure what area you’d like to work in, a double degree gives you more options.

Diversify your skillsEmployers are more likely to hire graduates with a broad and diverse skill set – it also demonstrates your determination and commitment.

Broaden your knowledgeYou’ll have access to a wider range of study areas and subjects, broadening your knowledge in areas that interest you.

More career optionsYou’ll have more career options and flexibility when you graduate. 74 per cent of double degree graduates find employment within four months of graduating, compared to 68 per cent of students with a single degree.*

*Graduate Careers Australia 2015.

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*Compared to students graduating with a single degree.

(Graduate Careers Australia 2015).

21DIFFERENT DOUBLE DEGREES ON OFFER.

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New to La Trobe in 2018

At La Trobe, our priority is to make sure you graduate career ready.

Cybersecurity One million job openings and counting.

Cybercrime has become a mainstream concern, and it’s on the rise. To combat cybercrime, businesses and governments need skilled cybersecurity professionals with expertise in a range of fields.

Our new undergraduate cybersecurity offering – designed in collaboration with our industry partners – is being developed to meet the needs of today’s employers and will give you the opportunity to approach cybersecurity issues from the perspectives of different disciplines. You’ll learn practical and creative skills within a framework of theory – all developed by leaders in the field.

Our strong partnerships with organisations such as Optus, Cisco, Australian Signals Directorate and Hewlett Packard Enterprise mean you’ll graduate ready to take the first step in your cybersecurity career.

Working with Optus

We’re proud to be combining our exceptional research and education credentials with Optus’s technology and commercial expertise in an exciting new partnership.

Cybersecurity is a key focus of this partnership, so we’ll always be at the forefront of the latest developments in the field. We’ll also be working closely together to create scholarships and work integrated learning opportunities for our students, and employment pathways for our graduates.

John Paitaridis Managing Director, Optus Business

‘La Trobe University and Optus Business are committed to creating meaningful pathways to employment, and building the cybersecurity skills of the future.’

THE

EXPONENTIAL GROWTH OF CYBERCRIME

IS ESTIMATED TO COST OUR ECONOMY MORE THAN $1 BILLION ANNUALLY

(Australia’s Cyber Security Strategy, Australian Government 2016).

92 PER CENTOF PEOPLE EMPLOYING CYBERSECURITY

PROFESSIONALS REPORT HAVING DIFFICULTY FINDING SKILLED CANDIDATES

(ISACA Global Cybersecurity Status Report, Jan, 2015).

THERE ARE

ONE MILLION

ESTIMATED UNFILLED INFORMATION SECURITY JOBS WORLDWIDE

(Cisco Security Capabilities Benchmark Study, Cisco, Oct, 2014).

Our graduates need to be ready to take on the jobs of today as well as the jobs of the future. To achieve this, we’re constantly reinvigorating our programs and identifying opportunities for new, innovative degrees to prepare you for roles in emerging fields of employment.

In 2018, we’re excited to be launching a new undergraduate offering in cybersecurity* (see below) as well as our refreshed Bachelor of Biomedicine* (see page 138) and Bachelor of Health Sciences* (see page 92).

Further information and new 2018 courses will be announced in the coming months. Register your details now to receive updates: latrobe.edu.au/new-courses

The future of STEM is at La TrobeDigital disruption to traditional jobs and careers is increasing rapidly, but that means career opportunities in science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM) fields are on the rise. These roles are vital to Australia’s economic future, and we’re committed to equipping our graduates with the skills and experience to enjoy fulfilling careers in these areas.

*These offerings are subject to final approval. Please check the La Trobe website for up-to-date information.

http://latrobe.edu.au/new-courses

Undergraduate Guide 201820 | Arts and social sciences

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We’re ranked in the top 100 in the world for archaeology, history and sociology,* and the top 200 for communication and media studies, linguistics, philosophy and politics and international studies.*

Learn from some of Australia’s leading scholars and put your studies into practice through our many work placements and internships.

For the most up-to-date information, please visit: latrobe.edu.au/courses

There are a range of pathways into arts and social sciences at La Trobe. For a full list, visit: latrobe.edu.au/study/how-to-apply/your-options* QS World University Subject Rankings 2016.



http://latrobe.edu.au/study/how-to-apply/your-options

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PATHWAYS AND ENTRY PROGRAMS

Aspire Program

Apply before 31 August for an early offer – see page 12 for details.

Course transfer

Start your studies in one course and apply for transfer into another course.*

Tertiary Enabling Program

Successfully complete our 17-week tuition-free program and improve your academic results to be eligible for a range of courses – see page 157 for details.

Work Recognition Program

If you are over 21 years of age, you may be eligible to gain entry into a Bachelor of Arts based on your work experience – see page 157 for details.

Single subject entry

Successfully complete two single subjects and you will be guaranteed entry into our Bachelor of Arts.

Diploma of Arts

Successfully complete a Diploma of Arts at one of our regional campuses and transfer into the second year of the Bachelor of Arts.

Diploma of Mass Media and Communications

Successfully complete a Diploma of Mass Media and Communications at our partner institution, La Trobe Melbourne, and you will be guaranteed entry into the second year of our Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Media and Communication.** – see page 154 for details.

TAFE Diplomas

Complete a relevant course and get Advanced Standing for your prior learning* – see page 156 for details.

* Minimum Weighted Average Mark (WAM) required for entry into some courses. You may also be eligible for Advanced Standing.

**Minimum WAM required for entry into some courses.


Bachelor of Arts

CAMPUS AND ATARMelbourne (ATAR 50.00)

Bendigo (ATAR 51.00)

Albury-Wodonga (ATAR N/P)

Mildura (ATAR N/P)

Shepparton (ATAR N/P)

DURATION3 years full-time or part-time equivalent.

PREREQUISITESVCE Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 25 in English (EAL) or at least 20 in English other than EAL.

CONSIDER THESE Bachelor of Arts/ Bachelor of Health Sciences (P 25)

Bachelor of Arts/ Bachelor of Science (P 136)

Bachelor of Commerce/ Bachelor of Arts (P 62)

Bachelor of Laws/ Bachelor of Arts (P 120) YOUR CAREERArchaeologist Government heritage manager Museum curator Academic or researcher Criminologist Social welfare officer Criminal justice officer Policy adviser Publisher Editor Arts administrator Policy writer Librarian Social researcher Community development manager Community project officer Climate change policy manager Environmental sustainability adviser International development officer

POPULAR INTERNATIONAL STUDY DESTINATIONSEast China Normal University (CHINA)

Science Po Lyon (FRANCE)

Tecnologico de Monterrey (MEXICO)

COURSE URLlatrobe.edu.au/courses/arts

Our Bachelor of Arts gives you the flexibility to create a customised course and begin building your career while you’re still at university.

You’ll choose your major from disciplines across the humanities and social sciences such as archaeology, languages, media studies, politics, sociology and history. You’ll then have the option to select a second major or minor from humanities and social sciences, or from another discipline such as accounting, computer science, economics and psychology.

As well as lectures and tutorials, your classes will include a combination of seminars, online videos, and podcasts, providing a balance of group study and independent learning. We limit our seminar classes to 25 people to give you personalised academic guidance.

We offer subjects designed to connect you with your community and the industry you might want to work in. You’ll be given numerous opportunities to get on-the-job experience through volunteer work and internships, and we’ll encourage you to participate in student exchange and study abroad programs – many of which are financially supported.

Whatever your interests, you’ll gain the knowledge and practical experience to take on an ever-evolving employment market. See page 23 to find out more about how a Bachelor of Arts works.

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Majors

Aboriginal studies (new)

Anthropology

Archaeology

Asian studies

Creative and professional writing

Communication studies

Crime, justice and legal studies

Economics*

English

Gender, sexuality and diversity

History

Human geography (new)

International studies (new)

Chinese

Greek

French

Japanese

Indonesian

Italian

Spanish

Linguistics

Mathematics*

Media studies

Philosophy

Politics

Psychology*

Screen studies

Sociology

Sustainability and development

Minors

Classics and ancient history

Hindi

Latin American studies

Theatre and drama

New from 2017: majors in the Bachelor of Arts Human geography

This major encourages you to explore the relationship between society, the economy and the places we live. It covers the study of global cultures, how they relate to the space and place, where they originate and how they evolve as populations grow and move. You’ll investigate how social change and cultural life connect and differ from place to place and, in particular, you’ll develop skills in geographic analysis and seeing and understanding spatial processes. Your studies will equip you with strong analytical skills with applications in understanding the relationships between people and their environments.

International studies

This new major will allow you to make sense of the social, economic and political factors that shape how the world works. You’ll investigate the systems, structures and laws that shape global affairs from a range of perspectives, including historical and political views, economic development, the rise of the Asian century and global international relations. In particular, you’ll develop a keen sense of how policies to address the world’s greatest challenges are developed and can be improved – as well as a sound understanding of how history has shaped the world we live in today.

Aboriginal studies

In this major you’ll take an innovative approach to understanding Australia’s Indigenous people, history, culture, and social structure in both a historical and contemporary framework. Through literature, media and Indigenous lecturers, Aboriginal studies students explore how history influences the present and how the present influences the past in urban and remote Aboriginal communities and Australian mainstream society. Studying Aboriginal studies will provide you with knowledge of Indigenous societies within Australia and the confidence to translate this knowledge into a career path.

* This major must be taken as a second major and studied alongside another area of study within arts.

http://latrobe.edu.au/courses/arts


Sample course structure

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Semester 1 Semester 2Arts core: Rethinking our Humanity Arts core: Ideas That Shook the WorldMajor subject Major subjectSecond major subject (optional) or arts elective Second major subject (optional) or arts electiveElective Elective

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Semester 1 Semester 2Arts core: Engagement, Community and Employability Arts core: Humanities CountsMajor subject Major subjectMajor subject Second major subject (optional) or arts electiveSecond major subject (optional) or elective Second major subject (optional) or elective

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Semester 1 Semester 2Arts core: Social Research Methods Work Integrated LearningMajor subject Major subjectMajor subject Second major subject (optional) or arts electiveSecond major subject (optional) or elective Second major subject (optional) or elective

You must complete two not-for-credit modules at the beginning of first year: Academic Integrity Module and Wominjeka La Trobe: Indigenous Cultural Literacy for Higher Education. For subject information, enter the subject titles above into our database at: latrobe.edu.au/students/subjects

How a Bachelor of Arts worksDuring a Bachelor of Arts, you’ll complete

24 subjects spread across three years of full-time study. The different types of subjects are divided up as follows:

Arts core subjects

All Bachelor of Arts students must complete five core subjects during their degree. These subjects are taught in small seminar classes of 25 students and take an interactive approach to the big questions in humanities and social sciences. They give you key academic skills including research practice and critical thinking skills. The interdisciplinary approach taken in these subjects will help you get the most out of your major.

Major

A major is made up of a sequence of eight subjects from within one study area. You can major in the area that you’re most interested in (see majors table on page 22), and your major is your study area of expertise. You complete all eight subjects within your major, however most majors also offer additional elective choices in the same study area. All arts students must do at least one major.

Optional second major

If you choose to, you can use some of your elective subjects to study a second major in a different area of study that complements your first. This major can be from within arts or from another area of the University* including areas such as business, marketing, economics, psychology or information technology.

MinorA minor is four subjects from within the same study area and can be taken from within arts or another area of the University.* A minor is a good option if you have another passion but don’t want to use all of your elective subjects on a second major.

Arts elective This is a subject that can be taken from any study area within arts.

Elective This is a subject can be taken from within arts or from any other study area across the University.*

Work Integrated Learning (WIL)

All Bachelor of Arts students have the opportunity to apply to take a WIL subject during their degree. This provides an opportunity for you to apply what you learn in the classroom in a real-world environment by working with an organisation to identify issues and solve problems that affect their communities.

Add a Diploma of Languages

A Diploma of Languages can be combined with a Bachelor of Arts to give you a second or third area of expertise, and gives you more international career opportunities. This will add an additional year of study on to your degree, but it gives you another qualification and frees up your elective subjects for your other areas of interest.

*Subject prerequisites permitting.

http://latrobe.edu.au/students/subjects


‘The topics we cover are the big questions in the humanities and social sciences: “what is freedom?”, “how can we address social inequality?” and “is new technology changing what it means to be human?”.

A Bachelor of Arts is about finding what you’re passionate about. Most students want to find a career that will be interesting and enjoyable, and often they want to do something that will make a difference to others. In first year I encourage students to explore lots of different subjects and work out what their core interests are.

Students have regular access to their seminar leader, an academic staff member who acts as a mentor to students in their first year. They can give advice about choosing subjects and career options, as well as helping students develop their academic skills. In second year students can select a work placement subject and take the first steps on their career path.’

Dr Sara James Lecturer in sociology

International opportunitiesLa Trobe’s partner universities are located all around the world, so you can study in countries like France, Sweden, South Korea or the USA. Depending on your major, you could take up creative and professional writing at Tecnologico de Monerrey in Mexico, journalism at East China Normal University in Shanghai, or anthropology at Udine University in Italy. Our partnership with ISEP (International Student Exchange Partnership) means our students can access more than 330 universities across 54 countries.

Our graduates have gone on to roles as varied as broadcast journalist with the ABC, adviser to the Parliamentary Secretary of Australia and multimedia coordinator for Carlton Football Club.

International study tour subjects* Renaissance Italy study tour subject (Florence, Italy)

Renaissance Italy is taught in Italy and offers an opportunity to study close to where the Italian Renaissance began. It is an open elective for students within the School of Humanities and Social Sciences. You’ll be given an introduction to Italian humanism and Italian Renaissance literature and society through cultural tours to nearby cities and towns.

It offers a great opportunity to explore other cultures while taking a break from your usual university studies, without disrupting your course structure.

When the Levee Breaks study tour subject (New Orleans and the Mississippi, USA)

Explore the Deep South while undertaking this structured international study tour based in cities including New Orleans, Clarksdale and Memphis.

Studies focus on critical aspects of the cities and their regions, including their material cultures and history, their peoples and society through a range of case studies, fieldwork, research, practical exercises and site visits.

The Ottoman Empire study tour subject (Turkey)

Bring history alive by combining prior study with visits to actual locations where significant events took place. The subject combines foreign travel with the study of Ottoman Turkish history.

You can choose between topics exploring the cultural, architectural and political history of the Ottomans from the 14th century to the First World War. You’ll examine seven key periods of Ottoman history at Marmara-region historic sites in Gallipoli, and the Ottoman capitals, Bursa, Edirne and Istanbul.

Work Integrated Learning (WIL) subjects*Service Learning in the Community

Offered in second year, this degree core for all Bachelor of Arts students provides an opportunity to design and implement a project that benefits a community organisation. By using active reflection, you’ll apply what you learn in the classroom in a real-world practical environment by working with an organisation.

Work Ready Skills and Planning Your Career

The modern career path looks very different than it used to. Careers are complex and we can now make choices about how, where and when we work. This subject will coach you through the career planning and decision-making process. You’ll identify the skills you need to get the career you want and learn how to start gaining skills and experience through part-time and volunteer work, as well as academic studies. You’ll also have the opportunity to engage with professionals working in your preferred field.

WE’RE RANKED IN THE

TOP 200UNIVERSITIES GLOBALLY FOR COMMUNICATION AND MEDIA

STUDIES, LINGUISTICS, PHILOSOPHY, POLITICS AND

INTERNATIONAL STUDIES

(QS World University Rankings by Subject 2016).


TOP 100UNIVERSITIES

GLOBALLY FOR ARCHAEOLOGY, HISTORY AND

SOCIOLOGY SUBJECTS


WE’RE RANKED

TOP IN VICTORIAFOR RESEARCH IN

ARCHAEOLOGY

(Excellence in Research for Australia report 2015).

WE ARE

EQUAL FIRST

IN VICTORIA FOR RESEARCH

IN POLITICAL SCIENCE


Florence, Italy

* Examples only - not a complete list of subjects.




PREREQUISITESVCE Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 30 in English (EAL) or at least 25 in English other than EAL; and a study score of at least 20 in one of Biology, Chemistry, any Mathematics, Physical Education or Physics.

CONSIDER THESE Bachelor of Arts (P 22)

Bachelor of Arts/ Bachelor of Science (P 136) YOUR CAREERCommunity healthPublic health policyHealth promotion and communicationOccupational health and safetyGlobal health and aid


Study health from a social perspective in this combined four-year degree. You’ll learn to understand health and disability as well as ways to improve health in the context of our bodies, our communities and our workplaces.

Following your broad first year studies – human biosciences, factors influencing health and the role of health professionals – you’ll select your health major from human physiology and anatomy, public health, and rehabilitation counselling.

Alongside your health subjects, you’ll complete at least one major from the arts discipline so you can pursue your interest in languages, anthropology, history, politics or archaeology (choose from 29 potential majors) and improve your employability and adaptability to the ever-evolving modern workplace.

On completion of your degree, you’ll be ready to start a career in medical research, aged care, community health, global health or occupational health and safety.

Bachelor of Arts /Bachelor of Health Sciences

Sample course structure (Majors: human physiology and anatomy, history)

YEA

R 1

Semester 1 Semester 2Human Biosciences A (core) Human Biosciences B (core)Introduction to Professional Practice (core) Research and Evidence in Practice (core)Individual Determinants of Health and Wellbeing (core) Social Determinants of Health and Wellbeing (core)Rethinking our Humanity (core) Ideas That Shook the World (core)Arts elective Arts elective

YEA

R 2

Semester 1 Semester 2Engagement and Employability (arts core) Humanities Count (arts core)Myth, Legend and History (history core) Food for Thought (history core)Human Physiology Theory A Human Physiology Theory BHuman Anatomy A Human Anatomy BHealth sciences elective Arts elective

YEA

R 3

Semester 1 Semester 2Social Research Methods (arts core) Anarchists, Terrorists and Freedom Fighters (history core)Global Migration Stories (history core) Slavery and Human Trafficking (history core)HuSS elective Health sciences electiveHuman Physiology Practicum A Health sciences electiveHealth sciences elective Arts elective

YEA

R 4

Semester 1 Semester 2Chasing Freedom (history core) Social Research Methods (arts core)Australian Aboriginal History (history core) Global Migration Stories (history core)Human Physiology and Research HuSS electiveAdvances in Human Physiology Human Physiology Practicum AHealth sciences elective Health sciences elective





CAMPUS AND ATARMajor: screen, theatre Melbourne (ATAR 50.65) Major: visual arts Mildura (ATAR RC)

Bendigo (ATAR RC)

Major: writing Melbourne (ATAR 50.65)

Bendigo (ATAR 50.70) DURATION3 years full-time or part-time equivalent.



Bachelor of Media and Communication (P 30) YOUR CAREERAuthor Editor Performer Actor Screenwriter Artist Sculptor Festival organiser

POPULAR INTERNATIONAL STUDY DESTINATIONSUniversity of Essex (UK) James Madison University (USA)

COURSE URLlatrobe.edu.au/courses/creative-arts

Australia’s creative industries are fast-growing, dynamic and challenging. As a creative professional you’ll join a unique community of working artists across all mediums to inform, educate and inspire diverse audiences. La Trobe will provide the platforms to conceive, develop and produce your work and you’ll graduate with a defined and well-rounded creative practice. You’ll explore your specific interests through one of four majors:

• Screen Understand how moving images change the world.

• Writing Gain the skills to write persuasive and intriguing narratives.

• Theatre Explore the history of theatre through performance and production.

• Visual arts Learn the conceptual and technical skills to produce works that respond to the world around you.

Through the shared core subjects for each specialisation, you’ll learn to apply relevant skills and knowledge to produce and critique a range of creative art works. You’ll be taught to interpret, communicate and present ideas, problems and arguments for different audiences.

Sample course structure (Major: screen)

YEA

R 1

Semester 1 Semester 2What is Art? Art and NarrativeIntroduction to Screen and Sound Second major subject (optional) or arts electiveMoving Text Second major subject (optional) or arts electiveElective Elective

YEA

R 2

Semester 1 Semester 2Screenplay/Soundplay Exhibit OneSecond major subject (optional) or arts elective Screen and Sound PerformanceSecond major subject (optional) or arts elective Shooting ShortsElective Second major subject (optional) or elective

YEA

R 3

Semester 1 Semester 2Documentary and Production Arts FestivalSecond major subject (optional) or elective Webseries ProductionSecond major subject (optional) or arts elective Second major subject (optional) or arts electiveElective Second major subject (optional) or elective

Bachelor of Creative Arts

MEL BEN MIL

Majors

Screen

Writing

Theatre

Visual Arts

Major in the specialisation that interests you most, and you can then increase your employability through a second major within the creative arts discipline or throughout the University.

You’ll have access to flexible learning spaces, world-class computer laboratories, video and editing suites, a range of video and audio recording equipment, studio spaces and a multi-camera television studio.

Learn to recognise and reflect on social, cultural and ethical issues, and apply local and international perspectives to practice.

If you choose the visual arts major, you’ll have access to the La Trobe Art Institute and its network of galleries, and the opportunity to exhibit your work in a solo or group exhibition, pop-up gallery and community arts project.

New theatre and drama performance spaceOur theatre students will enjoy brand new facilities as of March 2017. Located within the Menzies Building at our Melbourne Campus, this new performance space features a large, flexible black box theatre and adjoining rehearsal spaces, all equipped with purpose-built flooring, and state-of-the-art lighting and audio-visual integration. As a La Trobe student, this versatile facility will allow you to learn, perform and create without boundaries; and prepare you for success in the dynamic performing arts industry.

Writers in Action: Writing the FestivalThis subject is open to students from all of our campuses, but is taught on location at a regional writer’s festival. It’s an amazing opportunity for writers, literary enthusiasts and those with an interest in strategic communications and the media to plan and execute a project linked to a public event. You can engage with the festival in a variety of ways – e.g. a writer, critic, journalist, publicist, researcher or blogger – and get real-world experience as well as networking opportunities with established authors, media personalities and other major players in the writing world. Please note: You will have to travel to the festival location.


Render of new theatre and drama performance space

http://latrobe.edu.au/courses/creative-arts




YEA

R 1

Semester 1 Semester 2Rethinking Our Humanities Ideas That Shook the WorldAcademic Skills for Tertiary Studies A Major core subjectMajor core subject Second major subject or electiveSecond major subject or elective Elective


Gain an introduction to the study of humanities and social sciences with your choice of majors (depending on the campus of study). You’ll learn in a supportive environment with structured assistance throughout your studies. Once you’ve successfully completed the Diploma, you’ll be eligible to enter the second year of our Bachelor of Arts, or find work in administration or entry-level positions in a variety of industries.

CAMPUS AND ATARBendigo (ATAR N/A)

Albury-Wodonga (ATAR N/A)

Mildura (ATAR N/A)

Shepparton (ATAR N/A)

DURATION1 year full-time or part-time equivalent.

PREREQUISITESA statement of purpose (400-500 words) outlining why you want to take this course. Guaranteed entry for regional campuses: Year 12 applicants with an ATAR of 50+ will be offered a Commonwealth Supported Place.

CONSIDER THESE Diploma of Mass Media and Communications (La Trobe Melbourne) (P 154)

Bachelor of Arts (P 22) YOUR CAREERContinue on to study your passion in a Bachelor of Arts.

COURSE URL latrobe.edu.au/courses/arts

‘My career aspirations are to follow my history passion, enter into postdoctoral study within the history department of a university and eventually become a historian.

Most universities only follow western 20th century history. I found that La Trobe offers a unique classical history through their ancient Mediterranean studies minor (now called classics and ancient history). Through my arts degree I am able to study a range of subjects, not just my major even though I am studying history, I am able to also study anthropology, philosophy and sociology.

La Trobe offers a unique learning environment. The Campus offers more than the standard concrete jungle. It is really planned out as a learning environment.

I have been on exchange in Istanbul, Turkey. I loved it there – I was able to study subjects that no uni in Australia offers, all at the same time as travelling and experiencing a new culture. Furthermore, it all counted towards my degree.’

Ross DennisBachelor of Arts student

Diploma of Arts








Bachelor of Commerce/ Bachelor of International Relations (P 64)

Bachelor of Laws/ Bachelor of International Relations (P 123)

YOUR CAREERDefenceDiplomacyInternational developmentEconomicsCommunicationsResearchForeign affairsInternational aidPolicy adviser

POPULAR INTERNATIONAL STUDY DESTINATIONSUniversity of Stirling (SCOTLAND)

Universidad Iberoamericana (MEXICO)

Malmo University (SWEDEN)

COURSE URLlatrobe.edu.au/courses/ international-relations


YEA

R 1

Semester 1 Semester 2Bachelor of International Relations Induction Seminar Program States, Security and International RelationsRecessions, Inflation and Economic Growth Introduction to Asia: Japan and IndonesiaAustralian Politics: Government and Society Globalisation and DevelopmentElective Elective

YEA

R 2

Semester 1 Semester 2

Deliberation, Participation, Statecraft Theories of World Politics

Nations and States International Law and OrganisationsWar and Peace: Intro to Conflicts and Conflict Resolution The Making of Modern AsiaElective Elective

YEA

R 3

Semester 1 Semester 2Australian Foreign Policy Issues in World PoliticsBorders, Boats and Barricades International Politics of Climate ChangeChina in the World: Re-emerging Global Power Ethnic and Civil Conflict in Southern Europe and CyprusTransition to the Workplace Internship Elective

As a student of international relations, you’ll learn to think globally. You’ll study war and peace, conflict and cooperation, wealth and poverty, and power and change on a global scale. You’ll go beyond theory and identify solutions to the kinds of challenges faced by heads of state, world leaders, CEOs, diplomats, international organisations and NGOs every day.

We offer one of the leading international relations programs in Australia. You’ll learn from staff who are experienced in international policy development and can provide real-world examples for you to examine. You’ll develop not only academic knowledge of how the world works, but the practical skills that will allow you to excel in your future career. You’ll also participate in seminars that bring together students, academics and graduates from our program to discuss the key problems of the globalised world, and how you can direct your career path towards solving them.

We also encourage you to study some of your degree at one of our partner universities or to engage in work placements overseas. This will assist you in deciding where you want to focus your studies, build your career network and give you geographical background to some of the locations you’ll be researching. We also highly recommend that you take on some language studies to improve your international employment opportunities.


Bachelor of International Relations

Tia Spanos Bachelor of International Relations

‘My study at La Trobe gave me a global context – it helped me see the big picture.’

http://latrobe.edu.au/courses/international-relations

http://latrobe.edu.au/courses/international-relations



Researching War and Peace There’s world-class research linked to your studies. Course Coordinator Jasmine-Kim Westendorf is a leader in her field. See more:

latrobe.edu.au/our-work/the-complexities-of-peace/peace-after-war-what-goes-wrong

You’ll graduate from this degree ready to take on a dynamic career in an international organisation, government or inter-governmental agency such as the United Nations or World Health Organisation.

Industry partners

Australian Institute of International Affairs

International opportunities As an international relations student, you’ll have the opportunity to complete part of your degree on exchange. Expand your network in the UK at the beautiful University of Stirling (Scotland), Keele University (England) or Coventry University (England). Universities in the United Kingdom are consistently well ranked globally and provide a great starting point for further explorations around Europe.

Past students have also enjoyed exchange in Sweden at Malmo University, in France at Science Po Lyon, in Mexico at Universidad Iberoamericana and many other locations. If you choose to study a language alongside your degree, you’ll have even more options available to you – as well as increased job prospects around the world.

WE ARE

RANKED 8THIN AUSTRALIA FOR OUR

SOCIAL POLICY AND ADMINISTRATION

SUBJECTS


YOU’LL COMPLETE A

WORKPLACE INTERNSHIP

IN THIRD YEAR.


TOP 200IN THE WORLD FOR OUR

POLITICS AND INTERNATIONAL STUDIES SUBJECTS


The University of Stirling in Scotland is just one of the places you could complete part of your degree.

Dr Westendorf’s research has taken her all over the world. She has industry links with a range of NGOs including the International Women’s Development Agency, World Vision, ActionAid and the Humanitarian Advisory Group. In 2015, she worked with Palestinian peacebuilders in the Occupied West Bank and led a program with the International Peace and Security Institute training the world’s next peacebuilding leaders.

Her opinions are sought for local and national radio stations such as 3RRR and ABC Radio National and publications such as The Age, The Australian and The Sydney Morning Herald.

Through her work, she hopes to build processes that allow peace to ‘stick’ after civil war has ended.

‘Ending civil wars and building sustainable peace is one of the most significant challenges facing human society. Even if there’s no war raging, there are many places where people can’t live with dignity, human rights, or access to health and education.’

Jasmine-Kim Westendorf Course CoordinatorBachelor of International Relations

http://latrobe.edu.au/our-work/the-complexities-of-peace/peace-after-war-what-goes-wrong








Bachelor of Business (Marketing) (P 53)

Bachelor of Laws/Bachelor of Media and Communication (P 124) YOUR CAREERJournalist Writer Online editor Producer Broadcaster Corporate communications Public relations coordinator

POPULAR INTERNATIONAL STUDY DESTINATIONSUniversity of Missouri (USA)

School of Journalism (USA)

University of Sunderland (UK)

City University of Hong Kong (HONG KONG)

COURSE URLlatrobe.edu.au/courses/journalism


YEA

R 1

Semester 1 Semester 2The Emerging Journalist Writing for MediaMaking Media The InterviewElective ElectiveElective Elective

YEA

R 2

Semester 1 Semester 2Using Social Media Media, Law and EthicsPodcasting Online Journalism ProductionJournalism Research ElectiveElective Elective

YEA

R 3

Semester 1 Semester 2Multimedia Journalism Advanced Journalism Practice Broadcast Journalism Advanced Journalism and DesignElective ElectiveElective Elective

Today’s journalism students are preparing for jobs that might not yet exist, and at La Trobe we’re wholeheartedly embracing this reality. Our practice-based journalism degree is one of the most innovative media and communication programs in Australia.

Your subjects will give you experience writing and producing compelling stories across multiple platforms, and creating your own blogs, podcasts and feature stories to a professional standard. You’ll learn about media laws and ethics, how journalists can make the best use of social media, and how audiences are challenging and changing today’s media landscape.

In your final year, you’ll get career ready by taking up Work Integrated Learning (WIL) opportunities at news organisations such as the ABC, SBS, Fairfax and News Corp, or other independent and emerging publications. You’ll have the opportunity to take on writing and editorial roles through our online publication, and get production and broadcast experience through our new on-campus Upstart Media Hub.

You can complement your studies by taking electives from within humanities and social sciences or across the University. Exploring disciplines such as politics, languages, science, commerce and health is great way to expand your knowledge and broaden your professional expertise.

Bachelor of Media and Communication (Journalism)


http://latrobe.edu.au/courses/journalism



‘I’ve worked in journalism for the last decade. I started as a reporter at SBS in Melbourne and went onto work as a presenter, producer and eventually chief-of-staff. I then moved onto sports journalism, covering the A-League, Premier League and the World Cup. Most recently I’ve been working as a producer for the ABC’s Insiders.

My subjects are entirely practice-based. I force students out into the world to get interviews and figure out what their subject’s story actually is. They then come back to campus and write or present the story in a clear and compelling way, in real-time, just like in the real world.

Just as industry links are vital when working in the industry, they’re even more so when teaching the next generation of journalists. It’s rare that a week goes by where I don’t take a call from a contact in the industry looking to recruit my students.’

Erdem Koç Lecturer in Journalism

Connected to industryOur industry-based academics work for organisations such as the ABC, SBS and Melbourne WebFest.

At a time of enormous change in the media industry, La Trobe offers a course focusing on innovation, real-world experience and building your portfolio while you’re still at university.

Industry partners

International opportunitiesLa Trobe partners with the University of Missouri (MU) so you’ll have the option of completing part of your studies at the oldest journalism school in the world. MU was founded in 1839 in Columbia as the first public university west of the Mississippi River, and today it’s recognised as a world leader in journalism and strategic communication. If you choose to study at MU you’ll have access to amazing practical experiences such as working with KOMU-TV – the only university-owned commercial television station in the United States.

Upstart Media NetworkAs a Bachelor of Media and Communication student you’ll have a hand in running La Trobe’s Upstart Media Network (UMN). Upstart is a student-run network producing radio, television and online media content. You’ll have the chance to work in every medium, with access to the latest AV production equipment, a three-camera TV studio, 24-hour digital editing suites and a full-audio recording studio. In 2017 we’re launching a brand new shopfront studio – broadcasting daily from the thriving Agora hub in the centre of the Melbourne Campus. Whatever your interests, you’ll gain practical, hands-on experience and have the platform to exhibit your work on the Upstart website, and UMN’s social and on-demand channels. Visit: upstart.net.au


TOP 200UNIVERSITIES IN

THE WORLD FOR MEDIA AND COMMUNICATION

STUDIES


OUR ON-CAMPUS MEDIA NETWORK OFFERS STUDENTS

THE OPPORTUNITY TO CREATE A PORTFOLIO OF

WRITTEN AND DIGITAL WORK THROUGH UPSTART.NET.AU,

AND PRODUCE AND PRESENT

LIVE BROADCASTS

THROUGH THE NEW UPSTART MEDIA HUB ON CAMPUS.

WE’RE THE EXCLUSIVE

EDUCATION PARTNER

OF BOTH MELBOURNE WEBFEST AND THE SPORT WRITERS FESTIVAL, WITH EXCLUSIVE INTERNSHIP

OPPORTUNITIES OFFERED TO LA TROBE BACHELOR OF

MEDIA AND COMMUNICATION STUDENTS.




PREREQUISITESVCE Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 30 in English (EAL) or at least 25 in English other than EAL. CONSIDER THESE Bachelor of Laws/Bachelor of Media and Communication (P 124)

Bachelor of Arts (P 22)


YOUR CAREERProducer Online editor Script writer Video developer

COURSE URLlatrobe.edu.au/courses/media

This degree prepares you for a production-based career in both traditional broadcasting and new media, equipping you for roles in TV and film production, radio, digital content management, scriptwriting and social media management. You’ll create a portfolio of work and have the opportunity to participate in an internship to apply your skills and knowledge in a professional context.

You’ll also have the chance to collaborate with our industry networks. Recommended electives include subjects in photojournalism and online editing and publishing, where you will have the opportunity to join the editorial team at our site: upstart.net.au. You’ll also be able to produce and present broadcast programs in our new Upstart Media Hub.

Be part of the award-winning second year student project, Magnify Melbourne.

As a media and communication student, you’ll have the opportunity to contribute to our award-winning documentary web series Magnify Melbourne. Created by second-year media and communication students, it’s a great example of what can be achieved while you’re still at uni.

The series won the award for Outstanding Student Series at the 2016 LA WebFest, which took place at the prestigious Warner Bros. Studios in Hollywood. It has also won awards for Best Documentary at both Kwebfest (Seoul) and Austin WebFest in 2016.


YEA

R 1

Semester 1 Semester 2Making Media Writing for MediaElective The InterviewElective Elective

Elective Elective

YEA

R 2

Semester 1 Semester 2Using Social Media Media, Law and EthicsPodcasting Online Journalism ProductionElective ElectiveElective Elective

YEA

R 3

Semester 1 Semester 2Multimedia Journalism Producing MediaDocumentary and Production EntrepreneurshipElective ElectiveElective Elective

Bachelor of Media and Communication (Media Industries)

Magnify Melbourne


Steinar Ellingsen Senior Lecturer in Journalism Magnify Melbourne Executive ProducerDirector and Co-founder of Melbourne WebFest

‘For many of our students, working on Magnify Melbourne was their first foray into narrative video production. This award is recognition of the hard work and dedication they all put into the project, and it shows that university assignments really can reverberate in the real world.’

http://latrobe.edu.au/courses/media

http://upstart.net.au



CAMPUS AND ATARMelbourne (ATAR N/P)



CONSIDER THESE Bachelor of Laws/Bachelor of Media and Communication (P 124)



YOUR CAREERPublic relations Strategic communication Marketing Media production

COURSE URLlatrobe.edu.au/courses/communication

This degree is accredited by the Public Relations Institute of Australia (PRIA)* and teaches you to communicate effectively and ethically in a fast-changing global media environment. Your subjects will include crisis management communications, campaign development and developing communication strategies, as well as writing for online channels. The third year of your degree is structured around internships, and you will work across two semesters in our on-campus strategic communications agency, facing real-life challenges within a professional context.

* At the time of printing the Bachelor of Media and Communications (Public Relations) was accredited by PRIA for the 2016 academic year. PRIA accreditation is reviewed annually, please consult the La Trobe University website for the degree’s current accreditation status.


YEA

R 1

Semester 1 Semester 2Introduction to Strategic Communication Writing for MediaWriting for Strategic Communication Campaigns: Strategies, Analysis and DesignElective ElectiveElective Elective

YEA

R 2

Semester 1 Semester 2Using Social Media Media, Law and EthicsStrategic Communication Practices Strategic Communication Research, Planning and EvaluationStrategic Communication Issues and Crisis Management ElectiveElective Elective

YEA

R 3

Semester 1 Semester 2Internship (year round) Strategic Communication Issues and Crisis ManagementStrategic Communication Agency A Strategic Communication Agency BElective ElectiveElective Elective


Bachelor of Media and Communication (Public Relations)

‘Public relations is one of the most exciting careers available as it opens up doors across the world. La Trobe now offers a career-focused program, developed by professionals, with academic rigour, that is constantly changing to meet the real needs of potential employers.

I have enjoyed a fantastic career in public relations, working in federal, state and local governments, not-for profit organisations and consultancies. I’ve won national and state Public Relations Institute of Australia (PRIA) awards in community communications, issues and crisis management, events management, internal communications and comprehensive communications.

I’m also on the PRIA education committee and have extensive contacts throughout the public relations industry around the world that have provided students with internships and, in some cases, full-time employment.’

Kevin BriantonSenior Lecturer in Public Relations

http://latrobe.edu.au/courses/communication






CONSIDER THESE Bachelor of Laws/Bachelor of Media and Communication (P 124)


Bachelor of Business (Sport Management) (P 56) YOUR CAREERSport broadcaster Online editor Sport journalist Communications coordinator

COURSE URLlatrobe.edu.au/courses/journalism

This is the first sport-specific journalism degree in Australia. As well as completing all the subjects of the journalism major, you will participate in press conferences with sporting identities, write match reports and learn the ropes of sports broadcasting. In your final year, you’ll have the chance to participate in internships and work placements at organisations such as the ABC, SBS, Fairfax and News Corp, along with independent and emerging publications and sport organisations.

Through exclusive La Trobe Sport partnerships, sport journalism students also have the opportunity to intern at organisations such as Melbourne City, the Carlton Football Club and the AFL Coaches Association.

You’ll also have the chance to develop a portfolio across mediums through the Upstart Media Network. On a daily basis, students across year levels will have a chance to create a portfolio of written and digital work at our website upstart.net.au, and produce and present live programming in our new Upstart Media Hub on campus.


YEA

R 1

Semester 1 Semester 2The Emerging Journalist Writing for MediaMaking Media The InterviewSport Management Sport MarketingElective Elective

YEA

R 2

Semester 1 Semester 2Using Social Media Media, Law and EthicsPodcasting Sport Reporting Journalism Research Sport MediaSport Policy Online Journalism Production

YEA

R 3

Semester 1 Semester 2Multimedia Journalism Broadcast JournalismAdvanced Journalism Practice Advanced Journalism and DesignIntroduction to Sport Commentary ElectiveElective Elective


Sean works as a freelance broadcast journalist for AFL Media.

‘Some of the work I do includes live broadcasts for AFL.com, hosting corporate functions at Tennis Australia, match research for Fox Footy, producing Socceroos matches on SBS, producing a tennis show on SEN radio and coordinating match-day media at Hockey Victoria.

What I enjoyed most about my course was its relevance to my current employment. The program sets students up for work by giving them opportunities to network with industry professionals and take part in extracurricular activities. When going for jobs, I had a ready-made portfolio for prospective employers.

My placements during my time at La Trobe included half-time work at a Melbourne City FC match, match reporting at the Australian Hockey League, SBS radio producing for the FIFA World Cup and producing at ABC News.’

Sean Munaweera Bachelor of Journalism (Sport)* graduate*Now offered as the Bachelor of Media and Communication (Sport Journalism)

Bachelor of Media and Communication (Sport Journalism)

http://latrobe.edu.au/courses/journalism



Our Bachelor of Politics, Philosophy and Economics (PPE) gives you the knowledge to become a decision-maker and opinion-shaper. Your studies will be focused on three disciplines that are central to understanding contemporary society. The degree also includes specialist subjects that integrate politics, philosophy and economics as well as a major workplace-based subject in your final year. There is considerable flexibility to tailor the degree to suit your interests and there is also an option to choose electives from other disciplines.

This is an ideal degree for students interested in public policy and how social and economic change occurs, or who want to better understand how we can respond to the major challenges confronting contemporary society. You will also have the opportunity to join the dynamic student-led PPE society, which regularly holds meetings and high-profile public events.

Bachelor of Politics, Philosophy and Economics





Bachelor of International Relations (P 28)

Bachelor of Commerce (P 60)

YOUR CAREERPoliticsGovernment and public policyPolitical adviserCorporate communicationsNon-government organisations

COURSE URLlatrobe.edu.au/courses/politics


YEA

R 1

Semester 1 Semester 2Politics, Philosophy and Economics Recessions, Inflation and GrowthMajor (core) subject Business EconomicsAustralian Politics, Government and Society Major (core) subjectPhilosophical Problems Second major or elective

YEA

R 2

Semester 1 Semester 2Economics core subject Contemporary Political EconomyPolitics core subject Political Ideas and IdeologiesPhilosophy core subject Philosophy core subjectElective Elective

YEA

R 3

Semester 1 Semester 2Ethics Economics core subject x 2Politics core subject Economics level 3 core subjectProfessional Competence in the Workplace Professional Competence in the WorkplaceProfessional Competence in the Workplace Elective


‘My course is so diverse, and I really enjoy studying the various elements of politics, philosophy and economics and looking at how they relate to each other.

I also love the interactive discussions the tutors facilitate within our classes. Everyone’s thoughts and opinions are valued, and the small class sizes allow you to get to know your fellow classmates. I learn a lot from these discussions and they help me to stay really engaged through my course.

I am part of a number of clubs and societies that have allowed me to make friends and also gain experience beyond the classroom. I think it’s really important to make the most of these extra-curricular opportunities, and La Trobe has so many great options for students to get involved.’

Kevin KapekeBachelor of Politics, Philosophy and Economics student

A unique courseOur Bachelor of Politics, Philosophy and Economics is the only degree of its kind in Victoria.

http://latrobe.edu.au/courses/politics



CAMPUS AND ATARBendigo (ATAR N/P)




Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Health Sciences (P 25) YOUR CAREERPlanningLocal governmentCouncilsResearchGlobal aidCommunity development

COURSE URLlatrobe.edu.au/courses/planning

Planning gives you the opportunity to change the way we live for the better by studying our local environments, cities, geography and community priorities. The Bachelor of Urban, Rural and Environmental Planning* teaches you how to establish liveable, productive and environmentally sustainable communities.

During the course, you’ll focus on core planning functions through subjects such as Disputes and Decisions in Plan-Making, Globalisation and Development, and Geographies of Regional Economic Development. Communication skills such as mediation, negotiation and community relations are central to the course, and will give you the ability to articulate a vision and promote the benefits of change that are so important in effective urban planning.

You’ll have the opportunity to take field trips to a range of areas, from rural Victoria to cities in Asia and Europe. For example, in 2014, La Trobe students visited Sri Lanka, where they worked alongside local students to conduct an urban design studio in the southern province of Weligama. Students investigated the changing nature of the small town in response to its connection with the new Southern Expressway and the construction of a large international hotel at the small surfing beach.

Hands-on projects make up a large part of the later years of this course, including semester-long activities and short visits to communities. This type of experience goes beyond a work placement or research project, giving you the chance to make a genuine difference within a community.

Graduates have gone on to work in local and state government, private firms, research organisations and regional authorities.

*This degree is currently undergoing re-accreditation with the Planning Institute of Australia (PIA), in line with the PIA’s five-yearly accreditation reviews.


YEA

R 1

Semester 1 Semester 2Elective Disputes and Decisions in Plan-MakingReading Australian Landscapes Climate, Sustainability and SocietyIntroduction to Sociology Globalisation and DevelopmentSociety, People and Place Mapping the World

YEA

R 2

Semester 1 Semester 2Planning Practice and Urban Design Australian Culture and LandAustralian Cities and Regions Rural and Regional PlanningElective Environmental Law

Elective

YEA

R 3

Semester 1 Semester 2Planning Practice and Professional Experience Securing Food, Water and the EnvironmentAsian Pacific Cities Geographies of Regional DevelopmentPlanning Law and Policy Mobilities and Transport Planning

Elective

YEA

R 4

Semester 1 Semester 2Elective Professional Practice, Ethics and Research ProjectNegotiation, Mediation and Community Consultation Planning Theory and StrategyDesigning Children’s Environments Urban Governance, Strategy and Planning LawResearch Methods for Planners

Bachelor of Urban, Rural and Environmental Planning


‘I’ve always been excited about where and how we live, whether in cities or in rural areas, and how these places change over time. Planning gives us insight into these changes and what we might do to make our local and global environments better places to live, work and socialise.

I’ve worked as a planner for over 20 years in Australia and internationally, for government and the private sector, including my own consultancy. I think using real examples (the good and the bad!) allows students to understand complexity and to see themselves as young professionals.

I maintain links with industry through the Planning Institute of Australia, as well as through practical applied research projects. I also maintain great social links with planners I’ve met over the years and we still discuss issues together. Some of these professionals provide expert teaching to our program.

Industry links matter to us. That’s why we’re a professionally accredited program.’

Andrew ButtSenior Lecturer in Planning

Accredited by

http://latrobe.edu.au/courses/planning



CAMPUS AND ATARMelbourne (ATAR N/A)

DURATION1 year in addition to the duration of your Bachelor degree, or 3 years for stand-alone diploma.

PREREQUISITESThere are no prerequisites for entry into the Diploma in Languages.

Intermediate and advanced levels are available with prior language knowledge or study.



Enhance your international career prospects by learning a language. Select from Chinese, French, Hindi, Modern Greek, Indonesian, Italian, Japanese or Spanish, and gain practical language skills along with a solid understanding of the culture and society associated with your chosen language. You can study the Diploma in Languages as a stand-alone course or combine it with another degree to internationalise your studies.

Subjects are offered at beginner and advanced levels, so there is no requirement to have studied a language in VCE.* You may also be able to participate in exchange, ‘in-country’ studies or other self-funded short overseas programs and immerse yourself in the culture while earning credit towards your diploma.

*Intermediate level is also available for some languages.

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Semester 1 Semester 2Business Foundations Business EconomicsAccounting and Finance for Business Business AnalyticsIntroduction to International Business Business EthicsFrench 1 French 2

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Semester 1 Semester 2Human Resource Management ElectiveInternational Management ElectiveSustainability French Cultural Studies subjectFrench 3 French 4

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Semester 1 Semester 2Elective ElectiveInternational Human Resource Management International Human Resource ManagementElective ElectiveFrench 5 French 6

YEA

R 4

Semester 1 Semester 2Elective International MarketingElective Strategic ManagementElective EntrepreneurshipFrench Cultural Studies subject Elective

Diploma in Languages

Sample course structureBachelor of International Business with a Diploma in Languages (French)


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Our courses are backed by industry accreditations and offer opportunities to put what you learn into practice.

Our Business School is among a select few in Australia to offer courses* with the prestigious EPAS accreditation from the European Foundation of Management Development. This is only awarded to high-quality business and management programs with an international perspective.

You’ll have many opportunities to complement your studies with work placements, international study tours, business simulations, industry-related learning, field visits and mentoring. Please note that some of our courses are being reviewed and may change. For up-to-date information about our courses please visit: latrobe.edu.au/courses

*e.g. Bachelor of Business (Tourism and Hospitality).




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Aspire Program


Course transfer

Start your studies in one business course and apply for transfer into another.*


Successfully complete our 17-week program and improve your academic results to be eligible for a range of courses – see page 157 for details.


If you are over 21 years of age, you may be eligible to gain entry into a Bachelor of Business based on your work experience – see page 157 for details.

Diploma in Business

Successfully complete a Diploma in Business at one of our regional campuses and transfer into second year of the Bachelor of Business. – see page 156 for details.

La Trobe Melbourne

Successfully complete a Diploma in Business with our pathway provider, and get guaranteed entry into second year of our Bachelor of Business – see page 154 for details.

TAFE Diplomas

Do a relevant course and get Advanced Standing for your prior learning** – see page 156 for details.

* Other than Bachelor of Politics, Philosophy and Economics or Bachelor of Laws.

** Minimum Weighted Average Mark (WAM) required for entry into some courses. You may also be eligible for Advanced Standing.



Sydney (ATAR 62.40)



CONSIDER THESE Bachelor of Business (Accounting) (P 48)

Bachelor of Commerce (P 60) YOUR CAREERAccountingFinanceAuditingTaxationConsultingFinancial planning

COURSE URLlatrobe.edu.au/courses/accounting


YEA

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Semester 1 Semester 2Business Foundations Business AnalyticsAccounting and Finance for Business Introduction to Business Law and EthicsBusiness Economics Accounting and Information SystemsAccounting for Management Decisions Second major subject or elective

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Semester 1 Semester 2Fundamentals of Finance Corporate ReportingCost Accounting and Decision Making SustainabilitySecond major subject or elective Second major subject or electiveSecond major subject or elective Second major subject or elective*

YEA

R 3

Semester 1 Semester 2Management Accounting and Control Auditing and Assurance (capstone)Second major subject or elective EntrepreneurshipSecond major subject or elective Advanced Financial AuditingSecond major subject or elective Second major subject or elective**

Bachelor of Accounting

* Students wishing to complete a degree accredited by CPA and CAANZ need to take LST2LBA as this elective subject.

**Students wishing to complete a degree accredited by CAANZ need to take ACC3TAX as this elective subject. You must complete two not-for-credit modules at the beginning of first year: Academic Integrity Module and Wominjeka La Trobe: Indigenous Cultural Literacy for Higher Education. For subject information, enter the subject titles above into our database at:latrobe.edu.au/students/subjects

The Bachelor of Accounting gives you the opportunity to complete a professionally accredited accounting major and work as an accountant.* You’ll choose from a range of electives in accounting, finance, or other areas from across the University, which will complement your accounting major or your personal interests.

Once you graduate, you can work in fields such as auditing, taxation and management consulting. Our graduates have found work with the big four accounting firms – KPMG, PwC, Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu, and Ernst & Young – as well as mid-tier and local firms, the public sector and not-for-profit organisations.

Subject snapshots:Accounting Work Placement

This subject is designed to get you out of the classroom and into the workplace. You’ll work with your course coordinator to find an organisation that best suits your skills and interests and organise a job placement.

This subject will provide you with a unique experience and the tools you need to properly reflect on what you’ve learned. On completion, you’ll have real-world examples of career capabilities to use in interviews and the beginnings of your professional network.

International Study Program

To give your degree an international edge, you can choose to take part in the International Accounting Study Program. You’ll visit key international accounting and business organisations and see the practical application of your studies in a global context. This program counts as credit towards your degree so you won’t extend your studies by participating and you’ll get exposure to new parts of the world. Previous programs have visited the Australian Embassy (Austrade in Paris), Deloitte (Zurich), EDF Nouvelles (Paris), HSBC (London), International Accounting Standards Board (London), OECD (Paris), Tesco (London), NUS Business School (Singapore) and PwC (Singapore).

* The Bachelor of Accounting is accredited by CPA Australia and Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CAANZ).

http://latrobe.edu.au/courses/accounting



This packaged degree offers the opportunity to complete an accredited accounting degree and a Master’s in finance in only four-and-a-half years. On completion, you’ll be ready to enter a wide range of careers in the accounting, corporate, financial and investment sectors.

Our Bachelor of Accounting degree is accredited by CPA Australia and Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CAANZ). In your Master’s you can choose to expand on your accounting expertise by adding the CPA extension module, giving you further professional recognition by industry bodies and potential employers.

Bachelor of Accounting/Master of Financial Analysis


YEA

R 1

Semester 1 Semester 2Business Foundations Introduction to Business Law and EthicsAccounting and Finance for Business Fundamentals of FinanceBusiness Economics Accounting for Management DecisionsBusiness Analytics Elective

YEA

R 2

Semester 1 Semester 2Accounting and Information Systems SustainabilityElective Cost Accounting and Decision MakingElective Corporate ReportingElective Elective*

YEA

R 3

Semester 1 Semester 2Management Accounting and Control EntrepreneurshipAdvanced Financial Accounting Auditing and FinanceElective ElectiveElective Elective**

YEA

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Semester 1 Semester 2Debt Securities Elective or CPA Professional subjectEquity Securities Elective or CPA Professional subjectDerivatives Securities Elective or CPA Professional subjectFinancial Management Elective or CPA Professional subject

YEA

R 5

Semester 1Econometric MethodsPortfolio ManagementElective or CPA Professional subjectElective or CPA Professional subject

Subject snapshot:International Financial Management

This subject will open you up to the world by exploring the way our lives are impacted by the financial operations of international businesses.

Find out how local farmers are affected by imports, how local firms can borrow funds offshore, and how mortgage rates fluctuate based on movements in domestic currency. You’ll examine the theoretical and empirical explanations behind these effects and the practical issues firms must consider when making decisions on financing and investment in a global economic setting.

This subject is offered at our Melbourne Campus, Sydney Campus and at our partner Hanoi University in Vietnam.

‘Prior to joining La Trobe in mid-2015 I was the Senior Tax Counsel at CPA Australia. Before that, I held various senior taxation management roles in chartered accounting and in Australian and multinational companies.

I leverage my commercial experience to illustrate the practical relevance of what I am teaching, and to highlight the critical role good tax governance plays in ensuring the viability and competitiveness of a business.

I maintain close links with senior management at the ATO, CPA Australia and other professional accounting and tax associations to monitor all key tax developments – especially given the rapid impact that changing technology is having on the tax profession.

We equip our students with transferable skills and knowledge that they will be able to apply in virtually any business or investment activity.’

Mark MorrisProfessor of Practice (Accounting)La Trobe Business School

Professors of PracticeThe Business School has appointed 11 Professors of Practice across all departments – see page 45 for more information.


DURATION4.5 years full-time or part-time equivalent.


YOUR CAREERAccountingFinanceAuditingTaxationConsultingFinancial planning COURSE URLlatrobe.edu.au/courses/accounting

WE’RE FEATURED IN THE WORLD’S

TOP 200ON THE 2016

QS RANKINGS LIST FOR ACCOUNTING

AND FINANCE SUBJECTS.


TOP 3IN VICTORIA FOR

BANKING, FINANCE AND INVESTMENT

RESEARCH



TOP 3 IN VICTORIA FOR

ACCOUNTING AUDITING AND

ACCOUNTABILITY RESEARCH


* Students wishing to complete a degree accredited by CPA and CAANZ need to take LST2LBA as this elective subject.

**Students wishing to complete a degree accredited by CAANZ need to take ACC3TAX as this elective subject. You must complete two not-for-credit modules at the beginning of first year: Academic Integrity Module and Wominjeka La Trobe: Indigenous Cultural Literacy for Higher Education. For subject information, enter the subject titles above into our database at: latrobe.edu.au/students/subjects

Accredited by

http://latrobe.edu.au/courses/accounting



CAMPUS AND ATARBendigo (ATAR N/A)

Albury-Wodonga (ATAR N/A)

Mildura (ATAR N/A)

Shepparton (ATAR N/A)

DURATION1 year full-time or part-time equivalent.


YOUR CAREERContinue on to study your passion in a Bachelor of Business. COURSE URLlatrobe.edu.au/courses/business

This diploma opens doors for students returning to study, exploring business for the first time or looking for an alternative entry into higher education. Studying business will introduce you to the workings of organisations and their structure, increase your commercial awareness and allow

you to build practical knowledge that will be useful for life. On successfully completing this course, you may either choose to graduate with this diploma or transfer into any Bachelor of Business degree offered at a La Trobe campus.


YEA

R 1

Semester 1 Semester 2Business Foundations Business AnalyticsAccounting and Finance for Business Business EconomicsElective ElectiveElective Elective

Diploma in Business

For subject information, enter the subject titles above into our database at: latrobe.edu.au/students/subjects

Take your business anywhereStart a Bachelor of Business (page 44) at your local campus, and after satisfactorily completing first year you can transfer to any of the specialist Bachelor of Business courses offered at other campuses, with full credit. How it works The first year of the Bachelor of Business offered at our regional campuses has been redesigned to offer a range of common subjects that allow you to sample business disciplines such as management, marketing, accounting, finance and economics. You have the advantage of being able to select from the full range of Bachelor of Business specialisations within La Trobe Business School’s exceptional portfolio. You can then graduate with a Bachelor of Business degree in the discipline of your choice.

http://latrobe.edu.au/courses/business



Students in Albury-Wodonga.





Mildura (ATAR N/P)


Sydney (ATAR 53.00)



CONSIDER THESE Bachelor of Business/ Master of Management (P 58)

Bachelor of Laws/ Bachelor of Business (P 121) YOUR CAREEREconomics Business law Financial management International business Financial planning Sustainable resource management Macroeconomics Management/general management Marketing Banking Accounting Retail and sales Media Human resources Advertising

INTERNATIONAL PARTNER UNIVERSITIESMontpellier Business School (FRANCE)

Berlin School of Economics and Law (GERMANY) Université du Québec a Montréal (CANADA – IN ENGLISH) Università Carlo Cattaneo (ITALY)

Lingnan University (HONG KONG) Universitas Pelitas Harapan (INDONESIA) COURSE URLlatrobe.edu.au/courses/business

Our Bachelor of Business will prepare you for a career in a wide range of areas within the private, public and not-for-profit sectors. The program takes an enquiry-based learning approach to help you develop the problem-solving and decision-making skills essential to success in business. You’ll have ample opportunity to put your learning into practice through cross-discipline research projects, volunteer work and internships.

When you start your degree you’ll get a taste of everything, with introductory subjects in accounting, finance, management, marketing and economics. By semester two you’ll have a good idea what your strengths are and you’ll choose an area to specialise in. You can then choose industry-specific study areas such as events, sports, and tourism and hospitality management.

As a business student you’ll have the flexibility of nine elective subjects, allowing you to complete a second major in a business discipline, a language, an international student exchange program, or any other eight-subject major offered at the University.* Alternatively, you could complete one or two four-subject minors, or a selection of individual elective subjects – including an international study tour or internship subject.

Our graduates have gone on to careers in small, medium and large enterprises, both domestically and internationally.

*Subject to departmental approval.

Bachelor of Business

International Study ToursYou’ll have access to study tours that are specifically designed for business students and count as credit towards your degree. These study tours will see you gain an understanding of the issues involved in operating an international business.

Choose the International Management Study Tour, where you’ll learn how foreign companies approach business from a management perspective; or the International Marketing Study Tour,

which offers you a window into market strategies appropriate in a foreign context. Both tours recently visited China, attending meetings with senior executives as well as visiting the Great Wall of China and Tiananmen Square.

Our Indonesian Study Tour is a joint program run in conjunction with La Trobe Business School and various partner universities across Indonesia. You can choose the study tour as a summer subject and visit traditional markets, tourist destinations and recreational centres while gaining valuable insights into Indonesian business

practices through meetings with business operators, local government officials and representatives from NGOs.

Depending on your major, you’ll also have the opportunity to choose the Tourism and Hospitality International Study Tour as an elective and visit Vietnam. This subject offers a different perspective on the tourism and hospitality industry, and provides a global view of how this sector contributes to local economies.



As a business graduate, you’ll be able to design innovative solutions to some of the business world’s most challenging problems. You’ll have practical skills, a global perspective, and a detailed understanding of complex business environments and how they affect each other.

Industry partners

‘One of the most important aspects of our teaching in management, and in business more broadly, is our focus on preparing students for their careers on completion of their studies. Our subjects provide students not only with technical knowledge but also help them to develop the interpersonal, communication, and analytical and problem-solving skills that are so important to employers in the rapidly changing workplaces of today.’

Professor Tim MajoribanksAssociate Head of School (Academic)La Trobe Business School

Professors of Practice: connecting classrooms to industryAt La Trobe, we’re championing a shift in business schools towards highlighting how industry can contribute to education. Our Professors of Practice are industry professionals employed by the University to provide advice on curriculum and, in some cases, to teach. They’re employed across all majors and offer a range of industry experiences and links.

Head of La Trobe Business School, Professor Paul Mather, believes that while some Australian Business Schools use industry experts as guest lecturers or casual staff, La Trobe is the first University in Australia to employ and integrate Professors of Practice into its staffing profile to work alongside more traditional academics.

‘The rich business experience these Professors of Practice bring into the classroom and curriculum is significantly changing the value proposition we provide our students,’ links and experience.

Donald Whitehead Business Building Located within our Melbourne Campus, our cutting-edge Donald Whitehead Business Building (scheduled for completion in 2017 - see page 47) offers a purpose-built learning environment that will provide a bold corporate identity to the La Trobe Business School. As a business student, you’ll have access to flexible multi-purpose classrooms, comprehensive Wi Fi coverage, a true-to-life trading room, design thinking labs and informal study areas designed to support mobile learning and spontaneous collaboration. You may also use our specialist labs, such as the SAS Analytical Innovation Lab and the Finance Trading Lab; as well as our business incubator that will facilitate budding student entrepreneurs in developing their own new business ideas.

The facility is fitted with the latest sustainable design features, such as thermally efficient building fabrics, rain water harvesting, photovoltaic panels for energy storage, responsible waste disposal and smart building technology. It’s a socially and environmentally conscious building made to prepare our students for the workplace of the future.

THE BACHELOR OF BUSINESS

(HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT) IS

ACCREDITEDBY THE AUSTRALIAN HUMAN RESOURCES

INSTITUTE (AHRI).

Australian Human Resources Institute (AHRI)


TOP 200ON THE 2016

QS RANKINGS LIST FOR ACCOUNTING

AND FINANCE SUBJECTS.

WE’RE RANKED WORLD STANDARD

AND IN THE


BANKING, FINANCE AND INVESTMENT

RESEARCH




ACCOUNTING AUDITING AND ACCOUNTABILITY

RESEARCH


TOP IN VICTORIA

FOR TOURISM RESEARCH


‘A lot of the tools students need today come down to having a broader skillset rather than narrow knowledge gained from a particular discipline or course. It’s about how they use the knowledge obtained through their degree to collaborate, problem solve and innovate more broadly. This is what is demanded in a knowledge-based global economy.’

Mark CloneyProfessor of Practice (Economics and Finance)La Trobe Business School

Consider thisThe Bachelor of Politics, Philosophy and Economics is the only degree of its kind in Victoria. See page 35 for more information.


How a Bachelor of Business worksDuring a Bachelor of Business, you’ll complete 24 subjects across three years

of full-time study. These subjects fall into the following categories:

Common core subjects

All business students must complete these seven subjects, designed to enhance your understanding of business, develop your business skills, and assess your development of key capabilities such as communication, research, analytical thinking, problem-solving and teamwork. These subjects cross over different disciplines and will help you get the most out of your major/s and minor/s.

MajorA major is made up of a sequence of eight subjects from within one discipline. You should major in the area you’re most interested in, or want to gain employment in. Your major will be your area of expertise.

Second majorIf you choose to, you can take on a second major in a different discipline from across the University.* For example, you could choose economics and international business, or marketing and politics. Your second major is also made up of eight subjects and should complement your first.

Minor

A minor is made up of four subjects within the same discipline and can be taken from within the business school or another area of the University.* A minor is a good option if you have multiple interests and want to study in more than two disciplines. Some minors available in the business school are corporate finance, environmental management, international commerce and economics.

ElectivesElectives can be taken from disciplines across the University* and can be used to explore different areas of interest, including international exchange options or study tours.

Work Integrated Learning (WIL)

Most disciplines within the business school will offer a WIL subject option. These subjects provide you with an opportunity to apply what you’ve learnt in the classroom to a real-world environment. WIL subjects involve volunteer work, internships or professional placement.

Internationalise your course

If you’re interested in a career with an international focus, you can improve your job prospects by choosing the international business major, an international commerce or international management minor, international electives such as International Financial Management or International Trade, a language as a second major, international exchange, or international study tours such as the International Accounting Study Program.



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Semester 1 Semester 2Business core: Business Foundations Business core: Business EconomicsBusiness core: Accounting and Finance for Business Business core: Business AnalyticsMajor subject Major subjectSecond major subject (optional) or elective Second major subject (optional) or elective

YEA

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Semester 1 Semester 2Business core: Introduction to Business Law and Ethics Business core: SustainabilityMajor subject Major subjectMajor subject Second major subject (optional) or electiveSecond major subject (optional) or elective Second major subject (optional) or elective

YEA

R 3

Semester 1 Semester 2Major subject Business core: EntrepreneurshipMajor subject Major subjectSecond major subject (optional) or elective Second major subject (optional) or electiveSecond major subject (optional) or elective Second major subject (optional) or elective




Donald Whitehead Business Building (scheduled for completion in 2017)

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Majors

Accounting

Agribusiness

Economics

Environmental management

Event management

Financial management

Human resource management

International business

Management

Management and marketing

Marketing

Sport management

Tourism and hospitality

Minors

Corporate finance

Economics

Environmental management

Forensic accounting

Human resource management

International commerce

International management

Management

Marketing

Sport development

Sport promotion





Mildura (ATAR 50.65)




CONSIDER THESE Bachelor of Accounting (P 40)

Bachelor of Business (P 44)

Bachelor of Business (AgriBusiness) (P 49)

Bachelor of Commerce (P 60) YOUR CAREERAccountingFinanceAuditingTaxationConsultingFinancial planning COURSE URLlatrobe.edu.au/courses/accounting

Get a professionally accredited accounting qualification and enhance your degree with studies in a discipline of your choice. Options include management and marketing, financial planning, financial management,

sport management, international business and international development. You’ll develop business and project management skills, as well as an awareness of sustainability and entrepreneurship.


YEA

R 1

Semester 1 Semester 2Business Foundations Business AnalyticsAccounting and Finance for Business Accounting and Information SystemsBusiness Economics Second major subject or electiveAccounting for Management Decisions Second major subject or elective

YEA

R 2

Semester 1 Semester 2Introduction to Business Law and Ethics Corporate ReportingCost Accounting and Decision Making SustainabilityFundamentals of Finance Second major subject or elective*Second major subject or elective Second major subject or elective

YEA

R 3

Semester 1 Semester 2Management Accounting and Control Auditing and Assurance (capstone)Advanced Financial Accounting EntrepreneurshipSecond major subject or elective Second major subject or elective**Second major subject or elective Second major subject or elective

Bachelor of Business (Accounting)




CONSIDER THESE Bachelor of Accounting (P 40)


Bachelor of Business (AgriBusiness) (P 49)

Bachelor of Commerce (P 60) YOUR CAREERAccountingFinanceAuditingTaxationConsultingFinancial planning COURSE URLlatrobe.edu.au/courses/finance

This degree gives you the opportunity to combine a strong foundation in business with a double major in accounting and finance. You can complete a professionally accredited accounting major and gain knowledge and skills in corporate finance, international finance, risk management and investment and portfolio management. You’ll connect with business and industry partners including Deloitte, PwC and ANZ Bank, and start building your professional network while you study. Once you graduate, you may be eligible

to join professional bodies like CPA Australia and Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CAANZ).*

You’ll be well placed to develop your career as a financial officer, financial analyst or fund manager. Our graduates have found work in companies like BHP Billiton, Imarex and Accenture Australia.

*Professional registration may require an application to the professional body and may have additional or ongoing requirements beyond the completion of the degree. Please contact the relevant professional body for details.


YEA

R 1

Semester 1 Semester 2Business Foundations Business AnalyticsAccounting and Finance for Business Introduction to Business Law and EthicsBusiness Economics Fundamentals of FinanceAccounting for Management Decisions Second major subject or elective

YEA

R 2

Semester 1 Semester 2Introduction to Quantitative Analysis Introductory EconometricsCost Accounting and Decision Making Corporate ReportingBanking and Financial Institutions SustainabilitySecond major subject or elective** Corporate Finance

YEA

R 3

Semester 1 Semester 2Management Accounting and Control Auditing and AssuranceAdvanced Financial Accounting EntrepreneurshipTaxation Investment and Portfolio ManagementInternational Financial Management Case Studies in Finance

Bachelor of Business (Accounting and Finance)

** Students wishing to complete a degree accredited by CPA and CAANZ need to take LST2LBA as this elective subject. You must complete two not-for-credit modules at the beginning of first year: Academic Integrity Module and Wominjeka La Trobe: Indigenous Cultural Literacy for Higher Education. For subject information, enter the subject titles above into our database at: latrobe.edu.au/students/subjects

* Students wishing to complete a degree accredited by CPA and CAANZ need to take LST2LBA as this elective subject. **Students wishing to complete a degree accredited by CAANZ need to take ACC3TAX as this elective subject. You must complete two not-for-credit modules at the beginning of first year: Academic Integrity Module and Wominjeka La Trobe: Indigenous Cultural Literacy for Higher Education. For subject information, enter the subject titles above into our database at: latrobe.edu.au/students/subjects

*The Bachelor of Business (Accounting) is accredited by CPA Australia and Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CAANZ).



Bendigo (ATAR N/P)


Mildura (ATAR N/P)



PREREQUISITESVCE Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 25 in English (EAL) or 20 in English other than EAL.

CONSIDER THESE Bachelor of Commerce/Bachelor of Agricultural Sciences (P 62)

YOUR CAREERAgribusiness management Sales Marketing Commodity trading Operations management Primary industry COURSE URLlatrobe.edu.au/courses/business

This course offers you the opportunity to complete a disciplinary major in agribusiness, alongside a second major in management and marketing or accounting. This structure allows you to develop skills and knowledge in business, economics and financial concepts, as well as an introduction to agricultural sciences.

Three agribusiness subjects make up a central component of the course, delivered at a different La Trobe regional campus each year. This will give you a unique insight into agribusiness across Victorian regions and the different issues faced by industries in each.

Work Integrated Learning (WIL) provides the opportunity to complete an industry- based work placement within an agribusiness. You’ll have the opportunity to apply, practice and demonstrate the skills acquired through the course.

You’ll graduate ready to address the real issues facing agriculture and all sectors in the agribusiness value chain in a growing local and international environment.

Graduates are in high demand across sectors including agribusiness, rural banking, export, international trade and government.


YEA

R 1

Semester 1 Semester 2Business Foundations Business EconomicsAccounting and Finance for Business Business AnalyticsIntroduction to Animal and Agricultural Sciences Agribusiness ManagementElective Elective

YEA

R 2

Semester 1 Semester 2Introduction to Business Law and Ethics SustainabilityEnvironmental and Resource Economics Land ManagementElective Agribusiness and Risk ManagementElective Elective

YEA

R 3

Semester 1 Semester 2Food and Fibre Marketing EntrepreneurshipWater Management Agribusiness PlacementElective ElectiveElective Elective

Bachelor of Business (Agribusiness)

Bachelor of Business (Agribusiness)

You must complete two not-for-credit modules at the beginning of first year: Academic Integrity Module (AIM) and Wominjeka La Trobe: Indigenous Cultural Literacy for Higher Education. For subject information, enter the subject titles above into our database at: latrobe.edu.au/students/subjects

Tour regional Victoria as part of your studies Three agribusiness subjects are delivered at different La Trobe regional campuses each year, providing you with unique insight into agribusinesses across different Victorian regions.





YEA

R 1

Semester 1 Semester 2Business Foundations Business AnalyticsAccounting and Finance for Business The Event ExperienceBusiness Economics Second major subject or electiveIntroduction to Tourism, Hospitality and Event Studies Second major subject or elective

YEA

R 2

Semester 1 Semester 2Hallmark Events Volunteer ManagementConsumer Behaviour SustainabilityIntroduction to Business Law and Ethics Second major subject or electiveSecond major subject or elective Second major subject or elective

YEA

R 3

Semester 1 Semester 2Event Planning Event Project (capstone)Social Marketing EntrepreneurshipSecond major subject or elective Second major subject or electiveSecond major subject or elective Second major subject or elective

Bachelor of Business (Event Management)

Fast-track your degreeThe La Trobe Business School offers you the opportunity to complete your degree six months earlier by completing one of two minors that are only offered through summer and winter semesters: international commerce or international management. By completing a subject in winter and three subjects over a couple of summers, you’ll not only internationalise your degree and enjoy an overseas experience on an international study tour, but also be in the job market six months ahead of your peers. Alternatively, you may achieve the same end by choosing four individual summer or winter electives from the range on offer across the University.




CONSIDER THESE Bachelor of Business (Event Management/Marketing) (P 51)


Bachelor of Business/ Master of Management (P 58) YOUR CAREEREvent management General management Marketing Retail and sales Media COURSE URLlatrobe.edu.au/courses/ event-management

From the global spectacle of an Olympic Games opening ceremony to regional food and wine weekends, public celebrations, commemorations and festivals, event management has evolved into big business. We train future industry leaders with the knowledge and skills needed for effective event management. To prepare you for essential negotiation and interaction skills, we place a strong emphasis on critical thinking, communication and human interaction.

Whether your sights are set on profit making or community building, working at an international or a local level, you will be ready to meet high standards of professional excellence as soon as you enter the workforce.

• Learn about the management and delivery of sports, music, arts and cultural events, community festivals, meetings, conferences, exhibitions and tradeshows.

• Get a solid business degree by studying accounting, marketing, business law, tourism, project management, entrepreneurship and economics.

• Study with industry leaders in the internationally recognised events capital of Australia, and home to a $1 billion events industry.

Subject snapshot:Event Management Project

As an event management student, you’ll have the opportunity to plan a major fundraising event in your third-year practicum subject. You’ll draw on the knowledge you’ve gained during your degree to design your event, develop a strategic plan, and work to the small budget allocated to you. You’ll then work with your classmates, to promote and run your event. Every year our students impress, but the bar was set very high by our 2010 cohort who raised $23,000 for skin cancer research. Over the years, more than $100,000 has been raised, cementing La Trobe’s reputation for community engagement and collaboration.


‘I first began my course majoring in event management, however I soon began to see that marketing was also closely linked, and after completing a couple of electives I decided to enrol in a marketing minor.

In my second year of university, I applied for a short intensive exchange program at Michigan State University in America and was accepted.

I’ve also volunteered at many local and regional events to gain experience, and there’s an abundance of event volunteering opportunities in the Bendigo region with the industry growing, and peers and lecturers are more than happy to help you find these opportunities and get involved.

La Trobe has allowed me to study something I enjoy and has given me the skills to pursue a career doing what I love.’

Courtney HarrisBachelor of Business (Event Management) student

http://latrobe.edu.au/courses/event-management





Bendigo (ATAR N/P)



CONSIDER THESE Bachelor of Business (Event Management) (P 50)


Bachelor of Business/ Master of Management (P 58)

YOUR CAREEREvent management MarketingManagement Retail and sales Media Public relations COURSE URLlatrobe.edu.au/courses/ event-management

Broaden your career options and your skills with complementary majors in event management and marketing. Specialised subjects will cover topics such as market research, advertising and promotion, event planning, and sustainable community events. Our graduates go on to work as planners, organisers and facilitators for events, conferences and festivals, with the marketing and project management skills to work across any industry.


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Semester 1 Semester 2Business Foundations Business AnalyticsAccounting and Finance for Business Introduction to Business Law and EthicsBusiness Economics The Event ExperienceIntroduction to Tourism, Hospitality and Event Studies Marketing: Defined, Planned and Delivered

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Semester 1 Semester 2Hallmark Events Volunteer ManagementConsumer Behaviour SustainabilitySocial Marketing Branding and Brand ManagementMarketing elective International Marketing

YEA

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Semester 1 Semester 2Event Planning Event Project (capstone)Advertising and Sales Promotion EntrepreneurshipMarketing Research Marketing electiveElective Strategic Marketing (capstone)

Bachelor of Business (Event Management/Marketing)







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Semester 1 Semester 2Business Foundations Business AnalyticsAccounting and Finance for Business Introduction to Business Law and EthicsBusiness Economics Foundations of ManagementSecond major subject or elective Second major subject or elective

YEA

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Semester 1 Semester 2Human Resource Management Employment RelationsOrganisational Behaviour SustainabilitySecond major subject or elective Second major subject or electiveSecond major subject or elective Second major subject or elective

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Semester 1 Semester 2Human Resource Development Remuneration and Performance ManagementSecond major subject or elective Strategic Human Resource Management (capstone)Second major subject or elective EntrepreneurshipSecond major or elective level 3 subject Human Resource Information Systems

Bachelor of Business (Human Resource Management)




CONSIDER THESE Bachelor of Business (P 44)

Bachelor of Business/ Master of Management (P 58)

YOUR CAREERManagement Retail and sales consulting Human resources COURSE URLlatrobe.edu.au/courses/ human-resource-management

Get a professional qualification that recognises your skills working with and managing people. Accredited with the Australian Human Resource Institute (AHRI), this course prepares you for a career in human resource management. You’ll also develop capabilities to manage people in various settings across the business world. As part of your business studies, you’ll have the chance to apply your specialist knowledge in a team project and create plans to solve social, environmental and business problems.

Nine elective subjects allow you to complete a second major in a business discipline (such as event management, tourism and hospitality, sport management or international business), a language, an international student exchange, or any other eight-subject major offered at the University.* Alternatively, you could complete one or two four-subject minors or a selection of individual elective subjects, including an international study tour or internship subject.


Internationalise your degreeYou may internationalise your course by including one of the following majors, minors or subjects:

• International business as a second major to complement your disciplinary major.

• Minors in international commerce and/or international management.

• Internationally focused elective subjects such as International Accounting, International Financial Management, International Management, International Marketing, or International Trade.

• A language as a second major.

• A semester of study on exchange at an approved international university.

• International study tour subjects such as International Accounting Study Program or Business Study Tour.

‘I enjoy working with people. Human resource managers work for the people in an organisation - bridging the gap between all levels of management. HR is diverse, and involves everything from recruitment to designing policies for workers.

I’ve been a student leader, a student ambassador and worked with the Salvation Army during my degree. In times of conflict, and when managing others, I can easily adapt and transfer classroom learning to real life situations.

In the last three months of my undergrad, I was offered a place in the Master of Management course, with Advanced Standing and alumni discount. Then I was accepted to go on exchange with The University of Gothenburg – a La Trobe partner university and one of the oldest business schools in Sweden. I’ll be studying entrepreneurship and marketing there while living and studying on campus and being supported by a university exchange scholarship.’

Karan Bajaj,Bachelor of Business (Human Resource Management) graduate – now studying a Master of Management


http://latrobe.edu.au/courses/human-resource-management

http://latrobe.edu.au/courses/human-resource-management




‘Marketing is at the forefront of what a business can do.

I had my own market research and consultancy firm and we had customers such as Apple and IBM seeking our input about how data and information could better drive their business.

I’m continually on the lookout to introduce new themes around technology and innovation to see where the new jobs are, and also to keep our students thinking of themselves as entrepreneurs in their own right who can be leaders in their own successful businesses.

I work with start-ups and non-profits as well as in the social business field. We work with ad agencies, digital companies, and as consultants to businesses through student projects and experiential learning subjects.

I studied both arts and science at the undergrad level – I think combining these ways of thinking helps with creativity and new ways of thinking. I’d recommend a double degree or a double major across disciplines – we have that option when students are studying in our Bachelor of Business (Marketing).’

Professor Dr Gillian Sullivan MortLecturer in Branding, Marketing Management and Social MarketingLa Trobe Business School

Bachelor of Business (Marketing)


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Semester 1 Semester 2Business Foundations Business AnalyticsAccounting and Finance for Business Introduction to Business Law and EthicsBusiness Economics Marketing: Defined, Planned and DeliveredSecond major subject or elective Second major subject or elective

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Semester 1 Semester 2Consumer Behaviour Brands and Brand ManagementSocial Marketing Second major subject or electiveSustainability Second major subject or electiveSecond major or elective Second major subject or elective

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Semester 1 Semester 2Advertising and Sales Promotion International MarketingMarketing Research Strategic Marketing (capstone)Second major subject or elective EntrepreneurshipSecond major subject or elective Second major subject or elective




CONSIDER THESE Bachelor of Business (Event Management) (P 50)

Bachelor of Business (Event Management/Marketing) (P 51)

Bachelor of Business/ Master of Management (P 58) YOUR CAREERManagement Marketing Retail and sales Media Advertising

POPULAR INTERNATIONAL STUDY DESTINATIONSBerlin School of Economics and Law (GERMANY)

BEM Management School (FRANCE)

Copenhagen Business School (GERMANY) COURSE URLlatrobe.edu.au/courses/marketing

Develop a specialised set of marketing skills while getting a foundation in business. You’ll be prepared for a career in areas like advertising, brand management and international marketing. You’ll develop the skills to define and communicate effective marketing strategies, and have the opportunity to apply these skills in a team project, creating plans to solve social, environmental and business problems.

Nine elective subjects allow students to complete a second major in a business discipline such as management or international business, a language, an international student exchange, or any other eight-subject major offered at the University such as communication studies, media studies or Asian studies. Alternatively, you could complete one or two four-subject minors or a selection of individual elective subjects, including an international study tour or internship subject. This degree is accredited by the Australian Marketing Institute.


http://latrobe.edu.au/courses/marketing


CAMPUS AND ATARBendigo (ATAR 50.15)



CONSIDER THESE Bachelor of Business (Sport Management) (P 56)


Bachelor of Business (Event Management) (P 50) YOUR CAREERSport managementSport developmentCoachingTeam managementPublic healthPhysical education COURSE URLlatrobe.edu.au/courses/ sport-management

This course is designed using a multi-disciplinary approach (including management, public health and physical education), which equips you with the knowledge and skills required for professional roles in the rapidly expanding global sport development and management industry. It provides in-depth theoretical knowledge in the field, and develops practical management experience that not only strengthens your understanding of the industry but enables you to form professional networks.

The curriculum strongly emphasises the role of sport in forming cohesive communities and sports operations and industry. The course includes a double major in sport management and your choice of either public health or physical education. A dedicated workplace subject is compulsory during the final year.


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Semester 1 Semester 2Business Foundations Business AnalyticsAccounting and Finance for Business Business EconomicsSport Management Sport MarketingPublic Health or PE major subject Public Health or PE major subject

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Semester 1 Semester 2Sport Policy Sport MediaIntroduction to Business Law and Ethics SustainabilitySport Development Public Health or PE major subjectPublic Health or PE major subject Public Health or PE major subject

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Semester 1 Semester 2Sport Practicum Sport Practicum

Public Health or PE major subject Sport Governance and Strategy (capstone)Elective EntrepreneurshipElective Public Health or PE major subject

Bachelor of Business (Sport Development and Management)

The Bendigo Spirit are the only regional team in Australia’s Women’s National Basketball League. We have been a proud sponsor since the club joined the League in 2007 and La Trobe continues to support the team through an ongoing partnership with the club. Our physiotherapy and event management students take part in work placements with the Spirit during the season, and our physical education and exercise science students work with Spirit players carrying out fitness testing and pre-competition testing and monitoring. We also have a number of Spirit players studying with us at our Bendigo Campus.

You must choose one of Public Health or Physical Education as a compulsory second major. You must complete two not-for-credit modules at the beginning of first year: Academic Integrity Module and Wominjeka La Trobe: Indigenous Cultural Literacy for Higher Education. For subject information, enter the subject titles above into our database at: latrobe.edu.au/students/subjects

http://latrobe.edu.au/courses/sport-management




Callum completed a work placement with our industry partner, Melbourne City Football Club, while studying.

‘The practical element was a massive positive for me. To be thrown into the industry and see how things work in the real world ... that held me in good stead.’

Callum MuirheadBachelor of Business graduate (Sport Management) (page 56)


CAMPUS AND ATARMelbourne (ATAR 50.15) DURATION3 years full-time or part-time equivalent.



Bachelor of Business (Sport Development and Management) (P 54)

Bachelor of Media and Communication (Sport Journalism) (P 34)

YOUR CAREERTeam manager Account manager Health and fitness roles Marketing and sponsorship roles Local government roles Sporting board member Athlete manager

POPULAR INTERNATIONAL STUDY DESTINATIONS Intern with Kings XI Punjab (INDIA) (Students work across media, marketing, operations and sponsorship services.)Students can also study at one of our partner universities for Sport Management:University of Bayreuth (GERMANY)

University of Oregon (USA)

FH Kufstein Tirol University of Innsbruck (AUSTRIA)

Yonsei University (SOUTH KOREA) COURSE URLlatrobe.edu.au/courses/ sport-management


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Semester 1 Semester 2Business Foundations Business AnalyticsAccounting and Finance for Business Business EconomicsSport Management Sport MarketingSecond major subject or elective Second major subject or elective

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Semester 1 Semester 2Sport Policy Sport MediaIntroduction to Business Law and Ethics SustainabilitySport Development Second major subject or electiveSecond major subject or elective Second major subject or elective

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Semester 1 Semester 2Sport Practicum Sport PracticumSecond major subject or elective Sport Governance and Strategy (capstone)Second major subject or elective EntrepreneurshipSecond major subject or elective Second major subject or elective


This degree will give you an insight into how sport is managed, presented and promoted, and will prepare you for a career in the sports industry. As a sport management student at La Trobe, you’ll get the benefit of a program designed and delivered in collaboration with industry professionals with the largest offering of sport subjects in Australia.

You’ll study economics, accounting and finance in addition to sport management and sport marketing. You’ll also investigate the social and economic policies of sport through business law and sport media, and your choice of electives such as sport facility management and human resource management.

In third year, you’ll complete a 200-hour work placement where you’ll analyse current practices, apply sport management theory, and develop industry connections. Along with your placement, you’ll undertake workshops that develop your employability, as well as core subjects in volunteer management, sport development and our unique project-based entrepreneurship subject.

Sport is a rapidly growing and significant global industry offering a range of career opportunities. As a sport management graduate, you can expect to work with professional sporting teams and elite athletes, community sport leagues, state and national sport governing bodies, player management agencies, sport administration, sponsorship and marketing, apparel and merchandising companies, health and fitness centres, sporting events and venues, and local government bodies.

Bachelor of Business (Sport Management)





‘I chose the Bachelor of Business (Sport Management) because I wanted to get involved in the sports industry.

I was fortunate enough to be selected to be a part of the inaugural group who completed their practicum subject in India with the Kings XI Punjab IPL franchise. On placement I worked with world-class athletes on a daily basis. Adaptability was one of the biggest things I learned. Working in such a challenging and high-pressure environment, it was crucial to be able to adapt quickly and work with whatever each situation threw at you.

My degree helped me build connections and gain hands-on experience. I also got to experience the very best that university has to offer, living in college, travelling to India, joining the Cheerleading Squad and participating in Uni Games just to name a few!

I currently work for CrownBet as a Sports Trading Operator. In five years’ time I’d like to be working for Red Bull as an Athlete Manager, and long term I’d like to own a sporting franchise.’

Thomas FloodBachelor of Business (Sport Management) graduate

Our graduates have gone on to work as CEOs of prominent organisations, parliamentarians, human rights activists, medical researchers and Olympians. They lead sport organisations, manage the health and performance of our national sport teams and athletes, and lead businesses that produce sport and health products.

Industry partners

University of choice for sportWe offer more sport-related courses than any other university in Australia, our research is rated well above world standard, our partners are some of Australia’s most prominent sport organisations, and our elite athlete support program is one of the most comprehensive in the country.

PartnershipsMelbourne Rebels New (upcoming) partnership.

Carlton FC This exclusive industry partnership will provide La Trobe students with greater access to internships at the club, while University researchers will assess and refine the club’s ‘Carlton in School’ program – its popular mentoring, health and sport education syllabus.

Melbourne City Football Club The club’s staff are made up of 25 per cent La Trobe graduates.

Melbourne Cricket Club We’re working with the MCC to make the MCG the best stadium in the world, and to provide world-class experiences for fans. This game-changing partnership offers our researchers access to the MCG to work on a variety of projects.

AFL Players’ Association The AFL Players’ Association is our higher education partner.

AFL SportsReady We recognise prior learning for AFL athletes in our courses.

Bendigo Spirit We’ve been a proud sponsor of the club for the last 10 years.

Northern Football League (NFL) We share facilities with the NFL and work together on research projects and a program for student internships.

Indian Premier League (IPL - Kings XI Punjab) Our collaboration provides students with internship opportunities related to sport management.

Vicsport Our unique partnership with Vicsport allows students to contribute to the delivery of community education programs through internships and placements, while providing access to Vicsport courses and networking opportunities.

AFL Coaches Association We support the AFLCA in areas of research, education and networking.

MICK MALTHOUSE

IS LA TROBE UNIVERSITY’S FIRST VICE-CHANCELLOR’S

FELLOW – STRENGTHENING OUR

POSITION AS A QUALITY HIGHER EDUCATION DESTINATION FOR

SPORT-RELATED STUDY.

WE HAVE

23 AFFILIATED SPORTING

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This packaged course offers you advanced study at a Master’s level alongside your Bachelor of Business degree. Your Bachelor’s degree will provide you with the opportunity to study industry-specific areas such as events, sports, tourism and hospitality management, or subjects from disciplines such as accounting, economics, finance or marketing. Your Master’s is designed to make you a manager in your chosen field and give you the skills to lead expansion and change within an organisation.

You’ll be studying in a multidisciplinary environment where you’ll be exposed to a broad exchange of ideas. You’ll develop real-world skills through practicum subjects, group projects and, as a Master’s student, your classes will be taught by real industry professionals – our Professors of Practice.

On completion of this combined degree, you’ll be ready for employment in a management position in any field you choose.

Bachelor of Business/Master of Management




YOUR CAREEREconomicsBusiness lawFinancial managementInternational businessFinancial planningSustainable resource managementMacroeconomicsManagementGeneral managementMarketingBankingAccountingHuman resourcesAdvertising POPULAR INTERNATIONAL STUDY DESTINATIONS Montpellier Business School (FRANCE) Berlin School of Economics and Law (GERMANY) Université du Québec a Montréal (CANADA – IN ENGLISH) Università Carlo Cattaneo (ITALY) Lingnan University (HONG KONG) Universitas Pelitas Harapan (INDONESIA) COURSE URLlatrobe.edu.au/courses/management


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Semester 1 Semester 2Business Foundations Introduction to Business Law and EthicsAccounting and Finance for Business Business major subjectBusiness Economics ElectiveBusiness Analytics Elective

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Semester 1 Semester 2Business major subject SustainabilityBusiness major subject Business major subjectElective (business) Elective (business)Elective Elective

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Semester 1 Semester 2Business major subject EntrepreneurshipBusiness major subject Business major subjectElective (business) Elective (business)Strategic Management Elective

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Semester 1 Semester 2Management Practice and Theory Elective (management, international business or marketing)

Organisational Behaviour Elective (management, international business or marketing)Human Resource Management Elective (management, international business or marketing)Strategic Management Elective (management, international business or marketing)

YEA

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Semester 1

Elective (business)Elective (business)ElectiveElective


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Bachelor of Business (Event Management) (P 50) YOUR CAREERInternational businessFinancial planningManagementMarketingRetail and salesHuman resourcesTourism and hospitality management COURSE URLlatrobe.edu.au/courses/ tourism-and-hospitality-management

Get practical skills and knowledge for work in the tourism and hospitality industry, in roles such as managing festivals and conferences or working in ecotourism. As part of your studies, you’ll get unique practical experience: in second year you’ll use front-of-house and travel management booking systems, and in final year you’ll take part in a hotel management computer simulation. This globally recognised course is accredited by European Program Accreditation System (EPAS).

Nine elective subjects allow you to complete a second major in a business discipline such as marketing or international business, a language, an international student exchange, or any other eight-subject major offered at the University. Alternatively, you could complete one or two four-subject minors such as or a selection of individual elective subjects, including an international study tour or internship subject.


YEA

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Semester 1 Semester 2Business Foundations Business AnalyticsAccounting and Finance for Business Food and Beverage SupervisionBusiness Economics Second major subject or electiveIntroduction to Tourism, Hospitality and Events Second major subject or elective

YEA

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Semester 1 Semester 2Consumer Behaviour Computer Reservation SystemsSecond major subject or elective SustainabilitySecond major subject or elective Introduction to Business Law and EthicsSecond major subject or elective Principles of Gastronomy

YEA

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Semester 1 Semester 2International Tourism and Hospitality Destination Marketing and ManagementSecond major subject or elective Tourism and Hospitality Simulation (capstone)Second major subject or elective EntrepreneurshipSecond major subject or elective Second major subject or elective

Bachelor of Business (Tourism and Hospitality)


http://latrobe.edu.au/courses/tourism-and-hospitality-management

http://latrobe.edu.au/courses/tourism-and-hospitality-management





CONSIDER THESE Bachelor of Commerce/ Bachelor of Laws (P 126)

Bachelor of Commerce/ Bachelor of Arts (P 62)

Bachelor of Commerce/ Bachelor of Agricultural Sciences (P 62)

Bachelor of Commerce/ Bachelor of Computer Science (P 63)

Bachelor of Commerce/ Bachelor of International Relations (P 64)

Bachelor of Commerce/ Bachelor of Health Sciences (P 63)

Bachelor of Commerce/ Bachelor of Science (P 64) YOUR CAREER Investment banker Accountant Manager Consultant Marketer Auditor Economist Financial adviser Market researcher INTERNATIONAL PARTNER UNIVERSITIESSUNY Oswego (USA) San Diego State University (USA)

Aarhus University (DENMARK) Berlin School of Economics and Law (GERMANY) Lady Shri Ram College (INDIA) COURSE URLlatrobe.edu.au/courses/business


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Semester 1 Semester 2Commerce major subject* Commerce major subject* Accounting and Finance for Business Business AnalyticsBusiness Economics Second major or electiveBusiness Foundations Second major subject or elective

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Semester 1 Semester 2Commerce major subject* Introduction to Business Law and EthicsCommerce major subject* SustainabilityCommerce major subject* Second major subject or electiveSecond major subject or elective Second major subject or elective

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Semester 1 Semester 2Commerce major subject* EntrepreneurshipCommerce major subject* Second major subject or electiveCommerce major subject* Second major subject or electiveProfessional Business Practice Second major subject or elective

* The primary major must be one of the following five majors: accounting, economics, finance, management or marketing. You must complete two not-for-credit modules at the beginning of first year: Academic Integrity Module and Wominjeka La Trobe: Indigenous Cultural Literacy for Higher Education. For subject information, enter the subject titles above into our database at: latrobe.edu.au/students/subjects

Our Bachelor of Commerce is designed to develop responsible, engaged and innovative graduates, ready to take on roles where business and society connect.

Throughout your studies you’ll talk to and work with business and community leaders locally, and have the opportunity to meet with senior executives and company managers overseas as part of a study tour. You’ll learn from industry experienced professors, receive industry-led seminars and participate in industry through our internship program. You’ll work within our world-class Business School to shape your own study program and get the career you want.

Select from our five key business majors – accounting, economics, finance, management and marketing – and tailor your degree with a second major or two minor study areas.

The accounting major of the Bachelor of Commerce is accredited by CPA Australia, and Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CAANZ). The marketing major of the Bachelor of Commerce is accredited by the Australian Marketing Institute.

As part of your first-year studies, you’ll work with students across each major to research a social problem and develop a viable action plan. In second year, you’ll again work in a team to define a solution to a local environmental issue. These projects will refine your research, presentation, analysis and problem-solving skills. In third year, you’ll push yourself further by undertaking the entrepreneurship project, in which your team will identify a business opportunity and develop a comprehensive business plan.

Bachelor of Commerce




Subject snapshots:Entrepreneurship

This subject gets you to apply your disciplinary knowledge to resolving a business challenge. You’ll work with students from all kinds of fields across the Business School to design an original business plan to meet an identified market opportunity. The focus will be on sustainable business practices and products or services that enhance the wellbeing of the community – socially, economically or environmentally. You’ll present your team’s plan to potential investors through a formal written report and video pitch. Whatever discipline you’re coming from, this subject will challenge you to work within a team to contribute your ideas, be innovative and enhance your career-ready skills.

Business Foundations

In this subject, you’ll look at how businesses operate today in local, regional and global environments and how they might need to operate in the future. You’ll focus on current business issues; particularly the impact of external and internal environments on businesses and individuals. This subject will develop your critical thinking and creative problem-solving with a particular focus on management, marketing and human resources. You’ll also examine and address contemporary issues drawn from various organisations and cultures.

Sustainability

This subject introduces you to the concept of sustainability, and a systems approach to understanding the complex interactions between the environmental, economic and social dimensions of sustainability. The subject attracts students from a range of fields, bringing different perspectives to the researching, analysis and problem-solving aspects of creating positive change. In teams, you’re required to critique, design and present an action plan aimed at resolving a sustainability issue that has impacts now and for future generations. This subject provides you with the opportunity to enhance, demonstrate and document work-ready skills appropriate to your chosen career path.

International study opportunitiesOur international partner universities are located in the USA, Denmark, Germany, India and Malaysia. Depending on your major, you can participate in a range of international study tours, including International Accounting, International Marketing, International Financial Management, International Management, and International Trade.

You’ll graduate ready to work in multinational organisations, local firms, financial institutions, government agencies and not-for-profit organisations. Depending on your major, you could work as a financial or management accountant, auditor, economist, financial adviser or a manager in many fields.

Industry partners

‘I have found my experience at La Trobe to involve a focus on community and team work. It prepares you for the workforce by encompassing team work within courses so they can mirror the practical working life as closely as possible.

I love the diverse range of commerce and law electives offered. It provides us with the opportunity to study human rights law, family law, corporate law, and everything else that falls in between.

What I mostly enjoy about the content is the challenge and the new way of thinking. Law is very different from any high school studies I had. I feel as though I will walk out of my degree knowing I have valuable skills to offer a future employer.

I’m part of the Student Ambassador Program. I enjoy it because it helps to improve my people skills, as well as have a greater understanding of the workforce.’

Claudia RushBachelor of Commerce/ Bachelor of Laws student


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Make it a doubleCombine your commerce studies with a thorough understanding of the law by studying a Bachelor of Commerce/Bachelor of Laws double degree. Visit page 126 to find out more.


CAMPUS AND ATAR Melbourne (ATAR 81.00) DURATION4 years full-time or part-time equivalent.

PREREQUISITESVCE Units 3 and 4: a study score of atleast 25 in English (EAL) or at least 20 in English other than EAL.

CONSIDER THESE Bachelor of Commerce/ Bachelor or Arts (P 62)

Bachelor of Business (Agribusiness) (P 49)

Bachelor of Commerce/ Bachelor of Science (P 64) YOUR CAREERAgribusiness managementMarketingCommodity tradingOperations management Primary industry management COURSE URLlatrobe.edu.au/courses/business



CONSIDER THESE Bachelor of Commerce/ Bachelor of International Relations (P 64) YOUR CAREERManagementConsultancyPolicy adviceSocial researchMarketing COURSE URLlatrobe.edu.au/courses/business

This unique double degree gives you the knowledge to explore agricultural sciences in a commercial context. You’ll learn to help farmers improve their food production sustainably, and get the skills to develop, finance, market and manage agricultural businesses. You’ll study commerce fundamentals, choose a major from accounting, economics, finance, management or marketing, and have opportunities to work with business professionals. You’ll also have access to facilities like our Centre for AgriBioscience (AgriBio), which has become the hub of agricultural science research in Victoria. Our AgriBio building is equipped with state-of-the-art labs and glasshouses, quarantine containment units and high quality equipment.

Combine your interest in humanities and business, and develop your critical thinking, research and analysis skills. In first year you’ll study fundamental commerce units like accounting, economics, finance, management and marketing and have opportunities to talk and work with business professionals. Depending on your commerce major choice, you may be able to graduate with a professionally accredited degree. Your arts subjects could include languages, literature, history, communication studies, philosophy and politics, preparing you to start a career in areas like finance, community development, banking or the media.


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Semester 1 Semester 2Business Foundations Accounting and Finance for BusinessIntroduction to Animal and Agricultural Science Statistics for Life SciencesMolecules, Genes and Cells Ecology, Evolution and BiodiversityChemistry Foundations Animal, Plant and Microbial Life

YEA

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Semester 1 Semester 2Plants, Pests and Diseases Business EconomicsInner Life of Plants Biochemistry for Agricultural and Animal SciencesGeneral Principles of Chemistry Animal NutritionCommerce major (core) subject* Commerce major (core) subject*

YEA

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Semester 1 Semester 2Introduction to Business Law and Ethics SustainabilityIntroduction to Land and Soil Management Land and Soil ManagementCommerce major (core) subject* Commerce major (core) subject*Commerce major (core) subject* Commerce major (core) subject*

YEA

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Semester 1 Semester 2Professional Business Practice EntrepreneurshipAnimal Health Agricultural and Animal Science Case Studies Commerce major (core) level 3 subject* Commerce major (core) subject*


YEA

R 1

Semester 1 Semester 2Business Foundations Arts foundation subjectAccounting and Finance for Business Commerce major core subject*Business Economics Commerce major (core) subject*Business Analytics Arts foundation subject

YEA

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Semester 1 Semester 2Introduction to Business Law and Ethics SustainabilityCommerce major (core) subject Commerce major (core) subjectArts major (core) subject Arts major (core) subjectArts elective Arts elective

YEA

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Semester 1 Semester 2Commerce major (core) subject* Commerce major (core) level 3 subject*Commerce major (core) subject Arts major (core) subjectArts major (core) subject Arts electiveArts elective Arts elective

YEA

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Semester 1 Semester 2Professional Practice in Business EntrepreneurshipCommerce major (core) subject* Commerce major (core) subjectArts major (core) subject Arts major (core) level 3 subjectArts elective Arts major (core) subject

Bachelor of Commerce/Bachelor of Agricultural Sciences

Bachelor of Commerce/Bachelor of Arts








CAMPUS AND ATARMelbourne (ATAR N/P) DURATION4 years full-time or part-time equivalent.

PREREQUISITESVCE Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 25 in English (EAL) or at least 20 in English other than EAL and a study score of at least 20 in one of Maths: Mathematical Methods (any) or Maths: Specialist Mathematics.

CONSIDER THESE Bachelor of Business Information Systems (P 108)

Bachelor of Information Technology (P 110) YOUR CAREERInvestment bankingAccountingManagementBusiness analysisFinancial advice COURSE URLlatrobe.edu.au/courses/business



PREREQUISITESVCE Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 25 in English (EAL) or 20 in English other than EAL; and a study score of at least 20 in one of Biology, Chemistry, any Mathematics, Physical Education or Physics.

CONSIDER THESE Bachelor of Public Health Promotion (P 103)

Bachelor of Health Sciences (Medical Classification)/Bachelor of Health Information Management (P 94) YOUR CAREERHealth information managementClinical governanceCommunity private health servicesHealth promotion COURSE URLlatrobe.edu.au/courses/business

This innovative double degree offers a comprehensive study program to meet the significant increase in demand for information and communications technology professionals with a commerce background. You’ll focus your commerce studies with one of five majors – accounting, economics, finance, management or marketing – then pair this with a solid core in mathematics and computer science.

This unique double degree allows you to select your commerce major from five disciplines: accounting, economics, finance, marketing or management; and your health science major from: public health, rehabilitation, counselling, or human physiology and anatomy.

The commerce component is designed to develop responsible, engaged and innovative work-ready graduates through practical experience within industry. The health science component allows you to apply these skills to the management of health institutions and practices.


YEA

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Semester 1 Semester 2Business Foundations Accounting and Finance for BusinessDiscrete Mathematics Commerce major subject*Number Systems and Linear Algebra Algebra Linear Codes and AutomataObject Oriented Programming Fundamentals Intermediate Object Oriented Programming

YEA

R 2

Semester 1 Semester 2Business Analytics Commerce major subjectBusiness Economics Object Oriented Programming using C++Commerce major subject* System Design Engineering FundamentalsDatabase Fundamentals Artificial Intelligence Fundamentals

YEA

R 3

Semester 1 Semester 2Introduction to Business Law and Ethics SustainabilityCommerce major subject* Commerce major subject*Algorithms and Data Structures Operating Systems and Computer ArchitectureSystem Design and Methodologies Professional Environment

YEA

R 4

Semester 1 Semester 2Commerce major subject* EntrepreneurshipCommerce major subject* Commerce major subject*Elective (computer science) Elective (commerce)Industry Project A Industry Project B


YEA

R 1

Semester 1 Semester 2Business Foundations Accounting and Finance for BusinessHuman Biosciences A Human Biosciences BIntroduction to Professional Practice Research and Evidence in PracticeIndividual Determinants of Health Social Determinants of Health

YEA

R 2

Semester 1 Semester 2Business Analytics Business EconomicsHealth science major subject Health science major subjectHealth science major subject Health science major subjectCommerce major subject Commerce major subject

YEA

R 3

Semester 1 Semester 2Introduction to Business Law and Ethics SustainabilityHealth science major subject Third year health science major subjectCommerce major subject Third year commerce major subjectCommerce major subject Commerce major subject

YEA

R 4

Semester 1 Semester 2Commerce elective EntrepreneurshipThird year commerce major subject Third year commerce major capstone subjectThird year health science major subject Third year health science major subjectThird year health science elective Third year health science elective

Bachelor of Commerce/Bachelor of Computer Science

Bachelor of Commerce/Bachelor of Health Sciences









YEA

R 1

Semester 1 Semester 2Business Foundations Business AnalyticsAccounting and Finance for Business Business EconomicsScience major subject or elective Science major subject or electiveScience major subject or elective Science major subject or elective

YEA

R 2

Semester 1 Semester 2Introduction to Business Law and Ethics SustainabilityCommerce major (core) subject* Science major subjectCommerce major (core) subject Science major subject or electiveScience major subject or elective Science major subject or elective

YEA

R 3

Semester 1 Semester 2Commerce major (core) subject* Commerce major (core) subject*Commerce major (core) subject* Commerce major (core) subject*Science major subject or elective Science major subject or electiveScience major subject or elective Science major subject or elective

YEA

R 4

Semester 1 Semester 2Professional Practice in Business EntrepreneurshipCommerce major (core) subject* Commerce major (core) subject*Science major subject or elective Science major subject or electiveScience major subject or elective Science major subject or elective

CAMPUS AND ATAR Melbourne (ATAR N/P) DURATION4 years full-time or part-time equivalent.


CONSIDER THESE Bachelor of Commerce/ Bachelor of Arts (P 62)

Bachelor of Laws/ Bachelor of International Relations (P 123) YOUR CAREERDiplomacyInternational developmentEconomicsForeign affairsPolicy advisor COURSE URLlatrobe.edu.au/courses/business


PREREQUISITESVCE Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 25 in English (EAL) or at least 20 in English other than EAL and a study score of at least 20 in any Mathematics.

CONSIDER THESE Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science (P 136)

Bachelor of Biomedical Science (P 137) YOUR CAREERManagementConsultancyInternational developmentResearch COURSE URLlatrobe.edu.au/courses/business

This exciting double degree opportunity will give you the skills to apply your business acumen to the global market. On completion, you could be working in the commercial world of business, international governance or public service institutions.

In the commerce component of your degree you’ll choose from five majors: accounting, economics, finance, management and marketing. In international relations, you’ll learn to think globally and study power and change on a global scale.

This double degree allows you to study commerce subjects alongside any of our science subjects, including botany, genetics, chemistry and statistics. You’ll study commerce fundamentals and choose a major from accounting, economics, finance, management and marketing. Depending on the commerce major you choose, you may be eligible to graduate with a professionally accredited degree.

This course is designed to develop responsible, engaged and innovative work-ready graduates.


YEA

R 1

Semester 1 Semester 2Business Foundations Accounting and Finance for BusinessCommerce major subject* Commerce major subject*International Relations Induction Seminar States, Security and International RelationsInternational relations elective International relations elective

YEA

R 2

Semester 1 Semester 2Business Analytics Business EconomicsCommerce major subject* Commerce major subject*International Law and Organisations Deliberation, Participation, StatecraftInternational relations elective International relations elective

YEA

R 3

Semester 1 Semester 2Introduction to Business Law and Ethics SustainabilityCommerce major subject* Commerce major subject*Theories of World Politics Issues in World PoliticsInternational relations elective International relations elective

YEA

R 4

Semester 1 Semester 2Professional Business Practice EntrepreneurshipCommerce major subject* Commerce major subject*International relations elective International relations electiveInternational relations elective International relations elective

Bachelor of Commerce/Bachelor of International Relations

Bachelor of Commerce/Bachelor of Science








CAMPUS AND ATAR Melbourne (ATAR N/P) DURATION3 years full-time or part-time equivalent.


CONSIDER THESE Bachelor of Commerce (P 60)


Bachelor of Accounting/ Master of Financial Analysis (P 41) YOUR CAREERFinanceFinancial planningRisk management Portfolio management COURSE URLlatrobe.edu.au/courses/finance

Our Bachelor of Finance prepares you to advise individuals and corporations on their investment, funding and risk management strategies. It is specifically designed to provide you with a comprehensive understanding of corporate and international finance, investment valuation, portfolio management and risk management. You’ll choose specialised finance electives such as Derivative Securities, Mergers and Acquisitions, Computational Finance and Security Valuation. You’ll also have the chance to take a study tour or internship elective.

You also have the opportunity to broaden your career opportunities by completing a major in economics, accounting or another area of interest.


YEA

R 1

Semester 1 Semester 2Business Foundations Business AnalyticsAccounting and Finance for Business Introduction to Business Law and EthicsBusiness Economics Fundamentals of FinanceSecond major or elective Second major or elective

YEA

R 2

Semester 1 Semester 2Introduction to Quantitative Analysis Introductory EconometricsBanking and Financial Institutions SustainabilitySecond major or elective Second major or electiveSecond major or elective Elective

YEA

R 3

Semester 1 Semester 2Corporate Finance Second major or elective level 3 subjectInternational Financial Management Case Studies in Finance (capstone)Investment and Portfolio Management EntrepreneurshipSecond major or elective level 3 subject Second major or elective level 3 subject

Bachelor of Finance


CAMPUS AND ATAR Melbourne (ATAR 51.05)

Sydney (ATAR 51.35)






Bachelor of Politics, Philosophy and Economics (P 35) YOUR CAREEREconomistPoliticsInternational tradeInvestment banking COURSE URLlatrobe.edu.au/courses/business

Our international business degree will provide you with insights into global economic and business climates by exposing you to the intricacies of international corporate behaviour and regulation.

Prepare for a career in international business through studies in international relations, international human resource management and international marketing. The La Trobe Business School has partners all over the world, so you can increase your job prospects by participating in exchange during your degree.

Experience student life in downtown Montréal at Université du Québec; expand your network in the original international city at Lingnan University in Hong Kong; or study in one of the world’s leading academic locations at the Berlin School of Economics and Law.

Consolidate your learning and give yourself a competitive edge by visiting the country that most interests you. You’ll expand your professional network, learn about another culture and do some sightseeing along the way.


YEA

R 1

Semester 1 Semester 2Business Foundations Business AnalyticsAccounting and Finance for Business Business EthicsIntroduction to International Business Second major or electiveBusiness Economics Second major or elective

YEA

R 2

Semester 1 Semester 2Human Resource Management International ManagementSustainability Second major or electiveSecond major or elective Second major or electiveSecond major or elective Elective

YEA

R 3

Semester 1 Semester 2International Financial Management International MarketingSecond major or elective level 3 subject Strategic Management (capstone)Second major or elective level 3 subject EntrepreneurshipSecond major or elective level 3 subject International Human Resource Management

Bachelor of International Business


http://latrobe.edu.au/courses/finance


Undergraduate Guide 201866 | Teaching and education

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Whether you want a career in primary or secondary schools, early childhood or outdoor education, or in an alternative setting, our courses will give you the skills you need.

Due to changes to the education sectorimplemented in 2017, we re-imagined our teaching and education courses to prepare you for a range of teaching and education careers in schools, communities and non-traditional learning environments.

Our new courses include a foundation first year designed to familiarise you with national numeracy and literacy standards, while also offering you the flexibility to move between programs if you want to change your teaching focus.

Professional practice is built into all our degrees, with unique and innovative placement models including paired student placements and our Excellence in Professional Practice program.

We pride ourselves on a passion for teaching and research of the highest quality and continued community and industry relevance.

Please note that some of our courses are being reviewed and may change. For up-to-date information about our courses please visit: latrobe.edu.au/courses




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* *Minimum Weighted Average Mark (WAM) required for entry into some courses.

You may also be eligible for Advanced Standing.


Aspire Program


Course transfer

Start your studies in the Bachelor of Educational Studies and apply for transfer into one of our teacher education courses for second year.*

• Bachelor of Education (Primary)

• Bachelor of Education (Secondary)

• Bachelor of Early Childhood and Primary Education



TAFE Diplomas

Do a relevant course and get Advanced Standing for your prior learning* – see page 156 for details.

*Minimum Weighted Average Mark (WAM) required for entry into some courses.


The Bachelor of Early Childhood and Primary Education is based on theories of learning and how they are applied when teaching. The focus is on understanding learning and development in children from birth to adolescence and how educators can support learning for all children.

The foundation year focuses on understanding learning and development, literacy and numeracy skills, learning in the 21st century and Indigenous Australia studies. A further 26 subjects will develop your understanding of learning and teaching through early childhood and primary years, focusing on typical development as well as atypical development through special education subjects.

The program reflects a holistic developmental understanding of learning across early childhood and primary years. It acknowledges differences associated with the developmental nature of growth, learning and transitions from birth to twelve years.

After graduating, you can apply for registration to teach in early childhood, primary and special education schools in Victoria.*

* All initial teacher education programs are required to be reaccredited with the Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) every five years. Consequently, this course is currently undertaking accreditation with the VIT. Professional registration may require an application to VIT and may have additional or ongoing requirements beyond the completion of this degree. Please contact vit.vic.edu.au for details.

Bachelor of Early Childhood and Primary Education




PREREQUISITESVCE Units 1 and 2: satisfactory completion in one of Maths: General Mathematics, Maths: Mathematical Methods or Maths: Specialist Mathematics or Units 3 and 4: any Mathematics; and VCE Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 30 in English (EAL) or at least 25 in English other than EAL. All VTAC applicants must submit a completed Personal Statement in support of their application. All direct applicants must submit a completed Supplementary Form in support of their application.

CONSIDER THESE Bachelor of Educational Studies (P 69)

Bachelor of Education (Primary) (P 70)

Bachelor of Early Learning (P 69)

YOUR CAREERPre-school teachingPrimary teachingChildcareEarly intervention COURSE URLlatrobe.edu.au/courses/ early-childhood-education

Your placementsProfessional experience will help you to develop your teaching skills and understand your role as a teacher. Throughout your degree you will undertake in excess of 100 days of professional placements across the different stages of childhood development, from early years through to primary. This will give you the experience you need to go into any early childhood or primary workplace with confidence.


YEA

R 1

Semester 1 Semester 2Child and Adolescent Development Diverse Learning CommunitiesIntroduction to Aboriginal Australia 21st Century Digital LearnerLearning Literacy Learning NumeracyFamilies and Communities Partnerships History and Philosophies of Early Childhood Education

YEA

R 2

Semester 1 Semester 2Understanding Learning Personalised Assessment and ReportingEarly Years Literacy and Mathematics Pedagogy, Curriculum and PracticeHealth, Nutrition and Wellbeing for Children Teaching Primary MathematicsEarly Learning Environments (Birth - 2 yrs Placement) Teaching in Inclusive Settings (Early Years School Placement)

YEA

R 3

Semester 1 Semester 2Teaching Primary Arts and Design Children who ChallengeTeaching English Language and Literacy Teaching Early Years Science and TechnologyTeaching Indigenous Learners Connections and Transitions (3-5 year olds Placement)

Teaching Primary Science and Humanities (Upper Primary Placement)

Teaching Primary Health and Physical Education

YEA

R 4

Semester 1 Semester 2Ethical Professional Practice Leadership and Management in Early Childhood EducationMathematics for Understanding Understanding Autism and Alternative CommunicationsEnglish Literature and Multimodal Literacies Exceptional Mathematics

Researching Evidence of Impact with Early Childhood or Primary Placement

OR Exceptional Literacies


http://latrobe.edu.au/courses/early-childhood-education




CAMPUS AND ATAROnline course


PREREQUISITESDiploma of Children’s Services or equivalent qualification. It is expected that applicants will be working in the field of early learning. If this is not the case, students may be required to seek additional contact opportunities.

CONSIDER THESE Bachelor of Early Childhood and Primary Education (P 68) YOUR CAREERChildcareKindergarten teaching Early intervention COURSE URLlatrobe.edu.au/courses/ early-childhood-education

Our Bachelor of Early Learning allows professionals working in the childcare industry with a Diploma to upgrade to a Bachelor qualification. This course is designed to fit with your working life – it’s delivered online with no on-campus attendance required, so you can combine your full-time childcare role with flexible studies. You can also nominate to complete up to 50 per cent of the 78 days of professional experience in your place of employment, subject to the centre meeting supervision requirements. The Bachelor of Early Learning is an Australian Children’s Education and Care Quality (ACECQA) approved course.


YEA

R 1 Semester 1 Semester 2

Block credit for 60 credit points Block credit for 60 credit points

YEA

R 2

Semester 1 August-NovemberBlock credit for 60 credit points Language, Literacies and Communication

Designing Early Childhood CurriculumMay-AugustICT for EducationIntroduction to Early Childhood Education

YEA

R 3

November-February May-AugustEarly Learning Environments Connections and TransitionsOutdoor and Nature Play Making Sense of Their World

February-May August-NovemberAssessment and Reporting in Early Childhood Education Communications for Inclusive ContextsChildren and the Arts Learning Difficulties and Disabilities

YEA

R 4

November-February November-February

The Professional Work of Teachers Early Inclusion

February-May August-November

The Professional Work of Teachers Early Childhood Action ResearchThe Early Childhood Teacher Work-based Learning

Leadership and Management

Bachelor of Early Learning


This course is your pathway to further studies in education and teaching. First year students can apply to transfer into one of our teacher education courses in second year, including the Bachelor of Education programs. You can also choose to complete three years of study and then progress to one of our graduate entry teaching programs.*

You’ll develop fundamental critical thinking skills as well as knowledge in contemporary education theory and key concepts of student development. You’ll also establish critical capabilities in literacy and numeracy.

*Course entry requirements apply.

Bachelor of Educational Studies



Mildura (ATAR N/P)




CONSIDER THESE Bachelor of Education (Primary) (P 70)

Bachelor of Education (Secondary) (P 72)

YOUR CAREEREducation administrationCommunity education COURSE URLlatrobe.edu.au/courses/ educational-studies


YEA

R 1

Semester 1 Semester 2Child and Adolescent Development 21st Centry Digital Learner Introduction to Aboriginal Australia Diverse Learning CommunitiesLearning Literacy Learning NumeracyFamilies and Communities Partnerships History and Philosophies of Early Childhood Education

YEA

R 2

Semester 1 Semester 2Understanding Learning Curriculum and AssessmentEducation elective Discipline electiveEducation elective Discipline electiveEducation/discipline elective Discipline elective

YEA

R 3

Semester 1 Semester 2Education elective Models of Applied LearningEducation elective Discipline electiveEducation elective Discipline electiveEducation elective Discipline elective





http://latrobe.edu.au/courses/educational-studies

http://latrobe.edu.au/courses/educational-studies




YEA

R 1

Semester 1 Semester 2Child and Adolescent Development Diverse Learning Communities Introduction to Aboriginal Australia 21st Century Digital LearnerLearning Literacy Learning NumeracyCurriculum specialisation elective 1 Curriculum specialisation elective 2

YEA

R 2

Semester 1 Semester 2Developing Teacher Readiness Curriculum and AssessmentUnderstanding Learning and Development Teaching Primary Mathematics Teaching English Language and Literacy Teaching Primary Science Teaching Primary Humanities Teaching Technology and Design

YEA

R 3

Semester 1 Semester 2Inclusive Learning Environments Supporting Special Needs of Learners Teaching Indigenous Learners Integrated Curriculum Teaching Primary Arts and Design Teaching Primary Health and Physical EducationCurriculum specialisation elective 3 Curriculum specialisation elective 4

YEA

R 4

Semester 1 Semester 2Ethical Professional Practice Sustainability, Education and the Global TeacherMathematics for Understanding Teaching in Cultural CommunitiesEnglish Literature and Multimodal Literacies Digital Literacies for Ethical InnovationsResearching Evidence and Impact Researching Evidence and Impact




Mildura (ATAR N/P)




Bachelor of Early Childhood and Primary Education (P 68)


YOUR CAREERPrimary school teachingSpecialist teachingCurriculum development

POPULAR INTERNATIONAL STUDY DESTINATIONSUmea University (SWEDEN)

Malmo Univeristy (SWEDEN)

University of Stirling (UK)

Universidad de Complutense (SPAIN) COURSE URLlatrobe.edu.au/courses/ primary-education

In 2015, the Teacher Education Ministerial Advisory Group report identified the need to move from a generalist model of primary teacher education to a specialist approach. Primary teachers now need to be given opportunities to specialise in discipline areas.

The Bachelor of Education (Primary) allows you to develop your skills in these areas and builds your knowledge in diagnostic learning, special needs, different teaching models and relationship skill building. When you graduate, you’ll be prepared to meet the needs of the industry and be ready to work in multiple education areas.

The foundation year of the program allows you to build strong knowledge around professional literacy and numeracy with awareness of contemporary approaches to learning.

You’ll maximise your expertise and skills to be ready to work in complex education settings.

You’ll complete 80 days of professional experience during the course. You’ll be eligible for teacher registration with the Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) on completion of this course.*

*All initial teacher education programs are required to be reaccredited with the Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) every five years. Consequently, this course is currently undertaking accreditation with the VIT. Professional registration may require an application to VIT and may have additional or ongoing requirements beyond the completion of this degree. Visit vit.vic.edu.au for details.

Bachelor of Education (Primary)


http://latrobe.edu.au/courses/primary-education

http://latrobe.edu.au/courses/primary-education


What is STEAM?The Australian Government has committed to increase student uptake of science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics (STEAM) subjects in schools across the country. This means education students need to be able to specialise in these areas. As a part of your primary education degree you can choose to specialise in STEAM, which will allow you to cover a number of disciplines highly sought after by schools, making you more employable when you graduate.

Theodora graduated from La Trobe and secured a full- time position teaching Year 5 and 6 at an independent school within a month of completing her studies.

‘At La Trobe, the teaching degrees have a strong emphasis on practical experience, so by the time we finish our course we feel prepared and confident to enter the workforce.

In addition to doing my standard placements within primary schools, I travelled to Kuala Lumpur and completed a practicum in a Malaysian international school, which gave me invaluable skills and added further depth to my experience.

La Trobe also secured a placement for me at the National Gallery of Victoria Education Office where I had the chance to be involved in school tours, workshops and the exhibition of Jean Paul Gaultier.

A few years ago, these experiences would have been unthinkable and I would have never imagined I could gain so much from my degree.’

Theodora PapadakisBachelor of Teaching (Primary)* graduate

*Now offered as Bachelor of Education (Primary)

Subject snapshot:Diverse Learning Communities

This subject will help you understand the needs of students and their families within an educational context in the community. You’ll participate in a community project to engage with people in different organisational contexts including:

• English as Additional Language centres

• refugee support centres

• disability service providers

• community hubs or youth centres

• local government groups

• other support networks.

Through this project you’ll understand the value of engaging in collaborative learning in diverse cultural and community groups, which will prepare you for the diverse nature of today’s classrooms.

MEL BEN MIL

Specialisation

Arts (drama)

Arts (visual)

English

Health

Humanities

Languages*

Mathematics

Physical education

Science

STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts, mathematics)

Primary education specialisations

* Melbourne Campus: Chinese, French, Greek, Hindi, Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Spanish. Bendigo Campus: Indonesian.




Mildura (ATAR N/P)




Bachelor of Education (Primary) (P 70)

Bachelor of Technology Education (P 79)

YOUR CAREERSecondary school teachingSpecialist teachingCurriculum development

POPULAR INTERNATIONAL STUDY DESTINATIONSUmea University (SWEDEN)Malmo Univeristy (SWEDEN)University of Stirling (UK)

Universidad de Complutense (SPAIN) COURSE URLlatrobe.edu.au/courses/ secondary-education

The Bachelor of Education (Secondary) will develop your skills in the diverse academic and developmental needs of young people. You’ll gain discipline expertise to teach across all stages of secondary school and have the opportunity to specialise in two disciplines of your choice.

The design of the program ensures the integration of teaching and learning theory with practice.

The foundation year of the program allows you to build strong knowledge around professional literacy and numeracy with awareness of contemporary approaches to learning. You’ll maximise your expertise and skills to be able to work in complex education settings.

You’ll complete 80 days of professional experience during the course. You’ll be eligible for teacher registration with the Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) on completion of this course.*

* All initial teacher education programs are required to be reaccredited with the Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) every five years. Consequently, this course is currently undertaking accreditation with the VIT. Professional registration may require an application to VIT and may have additional or ongoing requirements beyond the completion of this degree. Visit vit.vic.edu.au for details.


YEA

R 1

Semester 1 Semester 2Child and Adolescent Development Diverse Learning CommunitiesIntroduction to Aboriginal Australia 21st Century Digital LearnerLearning Literacy Learning NumeracySpecialisation 1 (major discipline) Specialisation 2 (minor discipline)

YEA

R 2

Semester 1 Semester 2Developing Teacher Readiness Curriculum and AssessmentUnderstanding Learning Specialisation 1 (major discipline)Specialisation 2 (minor discipline) Specialisation 1 (major discipline)Specialisation 1 (major discipline) Specialisation 2 (minor discipline)

YEA

R 3

Semester 1 Semester 2Inclusive Learning Environments Supporting Special Needs of LearnersTeaching Indigenous Learners Specialisation 1 (major discipline)Specialisation 1 (major discipline) Specialisation 2 (minor discipline)Secondary Curriculum 1 (major method) Secondary Curriculum 1 (minor method)

YEA

R 4

Semester 1 Semester 2Researching Evidence and Impact Researching Evidence and Impact (Prac)Ethical Professional Practice Sustainability, Education and the Global TeacherSecondary Curriculum 2 (major method) Secondary Curriculum 2 (minor method)Discipline/Pedagogy elective (extension 1) Discipline/Pedagogy elective (extension 2)La Trobe Essential: Innovation and EntrepreneurshipLa Trobe Essentials: Sustainability and Global Citizenship


Bachelor of Education (Secondary)

http://latrobe.edu.au/courses/secondary-education


http://vit.vic.edu.au



Practical experience is the cornerstone of any teacher education course. La Trobe students can consolidate their knowledge through placement in schools, community centres, and non-traditional learning environments.

MEL BEN MIL

Specialisation

Drama

English

Health

Humanities

Languages*

Mathematics

Physical education

Psychology

Science**

TESOL (teaching English to speakers of other languages)

Visual arts

* Melbourne Campus: Chinese, French, Greek, Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Spanish. Bendigo Campus: Indonesian.

** Comprises general science for years 7-10 and/or biology, chemistry or physics for years 11-12. Bendigo Campus has only general science available.

Excellence in Professional Practice If you’re studying our primary or secondary education courses you will have the opportunity to participate in our innovative Excellence in Professional Practice program.*

This program gives you the opportunity to work two to three days a week during your final year of study in partner schools such as Charles La Trobe College. You’ll be embedded in a school environment, allowing you to build professional industry networks, experience a full school year of activity and set yourself up for your career.

*Selection criteria apply including minimum average grade.

Experience teaching in a different country During your degree you’ll have the opportunity to experience an overseas placement with one of our international partners.* Our partnership with Taylor’s University Malaysia is one of the many overseas study opportunities on offer. It allows us to pair you with a Malaysian student and send you on a placement in a school in Kuala Lumpur.

The international curriculum you’ll be teaching has an emphasis on global perspectives, while embracing Asian values and languages.

This opportunity will develop professional knowledge and cultural exchange, as being a life-changing experience.

*Selection criteria apply including minimum average grade.

Partner schoolsLa Trobe has partnerships with over 25 educational institutions throughout metro and regional Victoria. Our partners provide advice on curriculum and ensure our students receive quality work experience and learn from professionals in their field. Our partners include schools such as:

• Charles La Trobe College (MACLEOD)

• Mildura South Primary (MILDURA)

• Girton Grammar School (BENDIGO)

• Brookside College (CAROLINE SPRINGS)

• Victory Lutheran College (WODONGA)

• Methodist Ladies College (KEW)

• Toorak Primary School (TOORAK)

• Macleod College (MACLEOD)

Secondary education specialisations

Taylor’s University Malaysia.



YEA

R 1

Semester 1 Semester 2Ways of Knowing Nature World View and the EnvironmentOutdoor Living and Travel Skills Naturalist StudiesField Experience A Introduction to Winter Alpine EnvironmentsReading Australian Landscapes Outdoor Environments

YEA

R 2

Semester 1 Semester 2Field Experience C (Long Walk) Australian Culture and LandSafety in Outdoor Environments Leading Groups in Outdoor EnvironmentsEnvironment elective Environment elective

Elective

YEA

R 3

Semester 1 Semester 2Education in the Outdoors Teaching and Program DevelopmentField Experience D Field Experience ETeaching in Environment elective Teaching in Environment electiveElective Elective

With over 30 years’ experience, we offer one of the largest outdoor and environmental education programs in Australia. You’ll have the choice of two majors: outdoor education and educational nature tourism.

The outdoor education major is designed for motivated students seeking careers in outdoor education, adventure guiding and environmental education, and explores areas such as sustainability education and eco-tourism. Past graduates of this major have found work with outdoor travel companies, as instructors in school camps, in adventure management and in environmental education. Our nature tourism major focuses on the study of natural environments, environmental interpretation, land management and outdoor and field naturalist practice. This prepares you for careers in the nature tourism industry, in national parks, zoos, botanical gardens, and in private nature tourism operations.




CONSIDER THESE Bachelor of Outdoor Recreation Education (P 76)

Bachelor of Physical, Health and Outdoor Education (P 77)

YOUR CAREEROutdoor environmental educatorSchool camp coordinatorNature guidePark rangerZoo educational officer COURSE URLlatrobe.edu.au/courses/ outdoor-education

Bachelor of OutdoorEducation


This course can serve as a pathway to a Master of Teaching program* for those who wish to explore a teaching career in schools.

*Course entry requirements apply.

Additional costsYou need to allow A$1,500-A$2,000 to purchase suitable outdoor field equipment such as a sleeping bag and wet weather clothing. These items may be purchased from any supplier; they remain your property. You are encouraged to bring any camping equipment you already have and wait until you have commenced the course before buying any new equipment.

Practical requirementsYou need to be aware of the physical components and location requirements of this course. If you have a disability, medical condition or any concerns that may affect your participation in some of the practical components of the course, you are invited to discuss your options with the course coordinator – please contact our Future Students Centre for a referral on 1300 135 045.

http://latrobe.edu.au/courses/outdoor-education




‘I’ve always loved the outdoors, and I’d heard that La Trobe Bendigo had an awesome outdoor education program. When I enrolled in a Bachelor of Physical and Outdoor Education I wasn’t disappointed – just amazed at some of the opportunities.

One piece of advice to future students is to do a course you love! There is no point studying something you are not passionate about. I really love the outdoors and I’m passionate about education so this was a pretty good match for me.

La Trobe is a great study environment. I was based at the Bendigo Campus and there is such a great community atmosphere. The lecturers are easy to contact and always happy to help.

Three words that sum up La Trobe are fun, friends and opportunity!’

Jordie FrenchBachelor of Physical and Outdoor Education* graduate

*Now offered as Bachelor of Physical, Health and Outdoor Education.

Do you like learning in the outdoors? Our degrees include environmental experiences such as bushwalking, rock climbing, cross-country skiing, canoeing and naturalist studies. These prepare you for a range of careers in outdoor and environmental education and adventure guiding.

Get out of the classroomYou’ll undertake up to 140 days of fieldwork, including an 18-day bushwalking trek through the Kosciusko National Park or an 18-day canoeing trip along the Murray River. Other expeditions have included trips to the Australian Alps, the Murray River basin, the Grampians, the Victorian coast, as well as to South-West Tasmania, Broome and the Whitsunday Islands.

Subject snapshot:Winter Alpine Environments

Get away from resorts and understand the complexities of alpine bush environments. In this subject, based around field experience, you’ll develop the skills to use skiing not just as a way to get from one place to another but as a method of exploration. You’ll also learn how to be comfortable in different snow conditions and more challenging terrain, giving you the ability to lead and teach groups of varying skill levels.


Study in the bush, on rivers and in alpine environments with this practical three-year degree. You’ll build your confidence in the outdoors through fieldwork experience in a variety of areas, and develop a greater understanding of people and society’s relationship with the outdoors.

The degree emphasises environmental and social responsibility when interacting with the outdoors. You’ll study leadership and safety in outdoor environments, and gain 160 days of field trip experience. Your electives can include bushwalking, rock climbing, cross-country skiing and paddling, developing your knowledge ofthe Bendigo region,

the Victorian Alps, the Grampians and the Murray River system. You can use these electives to gain specialist knowledge in a particular area of outdoor activity, or choose a broad selection of electives to give yourself a wider set of experiences.

You’ll be prepared for a number of careers in outdoor and environmental education when you graduate. This course can also serve as a pathway to a Master of Teaching program* for those who wish to explore a teaching career in schools.

*Course entry requirements apply. Please refer to practical requirements and additional costs information on page 74.


YEA

R 1

Semester 1 Semester 2Ways of Knowing Nature World View and the EnvironmentOutdoor Living and Travel Skills Naturalist StudiesField Experience A Introduction to Winter Alpine EnvironmentsReading Australian Landscapes Outdoor Environments

YEA

R 2

Semester 1 Semester 2Field Experience C (Long Walk) Australian Culture and LandSafety in Outdoor Environments Leading Groups in Outdoor EnvironmentsRock Environments River Environments (White Water)

Winter Alpine Environments

YEA

R 3

Semester 1 Semester 2Education in the Outdoors Teaching and Program DevelopmentField Experience D Field Experience ETeaching in Environment elective Outdoor Environmental Practical ExtensionTeaching in Environment elective Teaching in Environment elective

Bachelor of Outdoor Recreation Education




CONSIDER THESE Bachelor of Outdoor Education (P 74)

Bachelor of Physical, Health and Outdoor Education (P 77) YOUR CAREEROutdoor leaderAdventure guideSchool camp coordinator COURSE URLlatrobe.edu.au/courses/ outdoor-education







YEA

R 1

Semester 1 Semester 2Ways of Knowing Nature Naturalist StudiesOutdoor Living and Travel Skills Introduction to Winter Alpine EnvironmentsReading Australian Landscapes Human BiosciencesHuman Biosciences A Movement Studies

YEA

R 2

Semester 1 Semester 2Safety in Outdoor Environments Bush EnvironmentsExercise and Sports Biomechanics Leading Groups in Outdoor EnvironmentsExercise and Sports Physiology Contemporary Issues in Sex and SexualityMovement Studies 2 Environment elective

YEA

R 3

Semester 1 Semester 2Education in the Outdoors Public Health NutritionField Experience D Health Education DevelopmentSport and Exercise Psychology Sport and Skill AnalysisTeaching Environment elective Advanced Exercise Biomechanics

The Bachelor of Physical, Health and Outdoor Education will prepare you to enter the education and training profession. It covers a range of topics including:

• environmental and sustainability education

• safety and risk management

• leadership

• physiology

• biomechanics

• movement studies

• skill analysis.

You’ll be equipped for a range of careers in the fitness and recreation industries, youth and community centres, government and private agencies. This course can also serve as a pathway to a Master of Teaching program* for those who wish to explore a teaching career in schools.

*Course entry requirements apply. Please refer to practical requirements and additional costs information on page 74.

Bachelor of Physical, Health and Outdoor Education




PREREQUISITESVCE Units 1 and 2: satisfactory completion in two units (any study combination) of General Mathematics or Mathematical Methods or Units 3 and 4: any Mathematics; and a study score of at least 30 in English (EAL) or 25 in English other than EAL. Applicants should complete and submit a VTAC Personal Statement if they wish other information to be considered.

CONSIDER THESE Bachelor of Outdoor Education (P 74)

Bachelor of Outdoor Recreation Education (P 76) YOUR CAREEROutdoor leaderSports coachCommunity health worker COURSE URLlatrobe.edu.au/courses/ physical-health-education

Our commitment to rural healthAs a health education student based in Bendigo, you’ll benefit from La Trobe’s deep connections to the health industry in regional Victoria. Through the La Trobe Rural Health School we are working with communities to improve the health, social care and wellbeing of people in rural and regional areas.


http://latrobe.edu.au/courses/physical-health-education

http://latrobe.edu.au/courses/physical-health-education


Mike has 20 years’ experience in designing, developing and teaching in many teacher/trainer undergraduate and postgraduate programs. He began his teaching career as a technology teacher in a secondary school before moving into the TAFE sector as a trade teacher. Now he is the Convenor of Adult, Vocational and Technology Education programs within the School of Education at La Trobe’s Melbourne Campus.

Mike’s research concentrates on the areas of design, creativity and technology, VET and VCAL within secondary schools. He also works with the VET sector on researching and developing pedagogies for work-related learning. This wealth of experience allows him to bring real-world examples into the classroom and provide students with a window into industry.

Mike’s education goal is to encourage ‘worker bees to become architects’ and in 2015 Mike received the inaugural La Trobe Uni Student Union Research Supervisor award for doing just that. He also received a teaching award in 2016 when he obtained a student satisfaction rating of 4.8/5.

Dr Mike BrownProgram Leader, Bachelor of Technology Education.



The Bachelor of Technology Education is a specialist qualification for people with extensive experience in industry to transition to teaching in secondary schools. It will also prepare you for a range of careers in other teaching-related areas including TAFE,* community, and non-traditional learning environments such as advisory boards, private organisations, and local and state government.

For years between seven and 10 you can integrate strands of studies including design, creativity and technology.

At the VCE level, technology becomes more specialised and includes:

• Product Design and Technology

• Food Studies

• Systems Engineering.

You’ll complete 80 days of professional experience during the course. You’ll be eligible for teacher registration with the Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) on completion of this course.**

Bachelor of Technology Education

CAMPUS AND ATARMelbourne (ATAR — )

Bendigo (ATAR — )

DURATION4 years full-time or part-time equivalent (including 2 years Advanced Standing).

PREREQUISITESAll applicants admitted into this course are provided Advanced Standing for the first two years of the course based on:

Certificate of Proficiency of the Victorian Industrial Training Commission or equivalent, substantial relevant work experience ensuring the apprenticeship and work experience totals no less than 8 years

OR

Certificate of Technology or other approved two year, full-time, post-Year 11 TAFE certificate or equivalent, plus at least 2 years work experience

OR

Diploma or other approved two year, full-time, post-Year 12 qualification, or equivalent, plus at least 2 years of relevant work experience.

All VTAC applicants must submit a completed Personal Statement in support of their application. All direct applicants must submit a completed Supplementary Form in support of their application.



YOUR CAREERSecondary school teacherVET teacher TAFE teacher COURSE URLlatrobe.edu.au/courses/ secondary-education

YEA

R 3

Semester 1 Semester 2Culture and Indigenous Perspectives Models of Applied LearningPersonal Literacy and Numeracy Skill Development Literacy and Numeracy for Professional EducatorsVET Secondary Curriculum 1 Technology Secondary Curriculum 2Inclusive Learning Environments (15 day placement) Supporting the Needs of Learners (20 day placement)

YEA

R 4

Semester 1 Semester 2Human Development and Wellbeing Transitions and PathwaysTechnology and Design in Context 1 Technology and Design in Context 2Ethical and Professional Practice Secondary Curriculum 2 (minor method)Curriculum and Assessment (15 day placement) Professional Experience Placement (30 days placement)

Sample course structureThe first two years of the course are granted as Advanced Standing for all students.

* All graduates will need to hold an updated Certificate IV in Training and Assessment to be eligible to teach VET in schools and TAFE. **All initial teacher education programs are required to be reaccredited with the VIT every five years. At the time of printing, the Bachelor of Technology Education was undertaking accreditation with the Victorian Institute of Teaching. Professional registration may require an application to VIT and may have additional or ongoing requirements beyond the completion of the degree. Please contact vit.vic.edu.au for details.




http://vit.vic.edu.au

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Our strong industry links and partnerships ensure your clinical placements take place in some of Victoria’s finest hospitals and healthcare centres.

Studying health sciences at La Trobe is a hands-on experience. In our clinical courses, you’ll spend plenty of time on placements, putting theory into practice in real-world healthcare settings.


Note on clinical placements

Many health courses require students to undertake unpaid professional/clinical placements, sometimes on weekends and outside of University teaching periods. You may need to live away from home while on placement. If you do, you’re responsible for finding suitable accommodation and bearing all costs.




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* Subject to places and course requirements, including minimum Weighted Average Mark (WAM). You may also be eligible for Advanced Standing.

** Minimum WAM required for entry into some courses.


Aspire Program


Course transfer

Start your studies in one course and apply for transfer into another course.*

La Trobe Melbourne

Successfully complete a Diploma in Health Sciences at our pathway provider, and get entry into second year of a range of our health sciences degrees – see page 154 for details.*


If you are over 21 years of age, you may be eligible to gain entry into a Bachelor of Human Services/Master of Social Work based on your work experience – see page 157 for details.

TAFE Diplomas

Do a relevant course and get Advanced Standing for your prior learning** – see page 156 for details.


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Bachelor of Applied Science and Master of Clinical Audiology

Bachelor of Applied Science and Master of Clinical Prosthetics and Orthotics A$600 for a toolkit, A$55 for a clinical shirt and A$10 name badge.

Bachelor of Applied Science and Master of Dietetic Practice

A$120 for a kitchen chemistry and safety kit, A$10 name badge, A$15 laboratory coat, A$130-150 anthropometry kit.

Bachelor of Applied Science and Master of Occupational Therapy Practice A$60 for a clinical shirt and name badge.

Bachelor of Applied Science and Master of Orthoptics

A$750 for an ophthalmoscope and a retinoscope, approximately A$150 for other instruments and A$60 for a uniform.

Bachelor of Applied Science and Master of Physiotherapy Practice

A$100 per year for a practical book, A$42 for a clinical shirt and A$10 name badge, A$120 for stethoscope, A$45 for cardiorespiratory medical equipment and A$15 for a laboratory coat.

Bachelor of Applied Science and Master of Podiatric Practice

A$750 for instruments and safety equipment in second year, clinical shirt and name badge, plus approved leather shoes. Prior to commencing third year, students will be required to undertake a First Aid course (under Podiatry Board of Australia requirements) including CPR, anaphylaxis and defibrillation training at an approximate cost of A$160.

Bachelor of Applied Science and Master of Speech Pathology

A$200 for books, name badge and equipment. Students will be required to undertake a First Aid course including CPR, anaphylaxis and defibrillation training at an approximate cost of A$160.

Bachelor of Exercise Science A$140 for clothing and A$10 name badge in first year. Students will be required to undertake a First Aid course including CPR, anaphylaxis and defibrillation training at an approximate cost of A$160.

Bachelor of Exercise Science and Master of Exercise Physiology

A$140 for clothing and A$10 name badge in first and fourth years. Students will be required to undertake a First Aid course including CPR, anaphylaxis and defibrillation training at an approximate cost of A$160.

Bachelor of Health Sciences in Dentistry and Master of Dentistry See latrobe.edu.au/courses/dentistry for additional costs.

Bachelor of Human Nutrition Depending on subjects chosen, additional costs may include A$120 for a kitchen chemistry and safety kit, a $10 name badge, A$30 for a laboratory coat and A$40 for a dissecting kit.

Bachelor of Health Sciences (Medical Classification)/Bachelor of Health Information Management A$395 for health classification/clinical coding books to be purchased every two years.

Bachelor of Human Services and Master of Social Work

Bachelor of Nursing A$360 for uniform, name badge and equipment (e.g. stethoscope).

Bachelor of Nursing/ Bachelor of Midwifery A$360 for uniform, name badge and equipment (e.g. stethoscope).

Bachelor of Oral Health Science See latrobe.edu.au/courses/oral-health for additional costs.

Bachelor of Paramedic Practice and Bachelor of Public Health Promotion

A$600 for uniform, name badge and equipment (e.g. stethoscope). Ambulance Victoria requires students to pass a medical and physical fitness assessment prior to placements A$30. All students are required to undertake the medical examination and fitness assessment after enrolment and prior to placements. Students will be required to undertake a First Aid course including CPR, anaphylaxis and defibrillation training at an approximate cost of A$160.

Bachelor of Public Health Promotion 7 A$10 for name badge.

1. A$42 fee indicative only and must be renewed every year. 2. No cost, please apply at your local post office. 3. Please have proof of your prior immunisations. The cost is approximately A$20-400 depending on previous immunisations. Successful applicants will be provided with further information regarding immunisation requirements after they receive their offer. 4. Approximately A$160. Please note this course is not conducted by La Trobe University and you need to complete a CPR assessment annually. Check with your clinical placement coordinator for details of First Aid training providers. 5. Accommodation and travel costs for clinical placements are your responsibility and will vary depending on the location. 6. You can purchase uniforms, books and equipment from any supplier and they remain your personal property (generally, the clinical shirt and name badge should be purchased from an on-campus La Trobe supplier). Costs are based on 2016 fees and are indicative only. 7. Extra requirements will depend on the company or organisation of your placement.

• Bachelor of Applied Science and Master of Clinical Audiology• Bachelor of Applied Science and Master of Dietetic Practice• Bachelor of Applied Science and Master of Occupational Therapy Practice• Bachelor of Applied Science and Master of Orthoptics• Bachelor of Applied Science and Master of Physiotherapy Practice• Bachelor of Applied Science and Master of Podiatric Practice• Bachelor of Applied Science and Master of Clinical Prosthetics

and Orthotics• Bachelor of Applied Science and Master of Speech Pathology• Bachelor of Exercise Science• Bachelor of Exercise Science and Master of Exercise Physiology• Bachelor of Food and Nutrition (Online)• Bachelor of Health Sciences • Bachelor of Health Sciences and Bachelor of Business• Bachelor of Health Sciences (Medical Classification)/

Bachelor of Health Information Management• Bachelor of Human Nutrition• Bachelor of Nursing (Pre-registration)• Bachelor of Nursing and Bachelor of Midwifery• Bachelor of Paramedic Practice and Bachelor of Public Health Promotion• Bachelor of Public Health Promotion

Our courses in dentistry, oral health and social work don’t share core first-year subjects. Students transferring from these courses will not get credit for the entire first year – additional studies may be required.

You can use core first-year studies as a pathway to your chosen course if you don’t get a place when you first apply (subject to places and course requirements). Alternatively, consider the pathways outlined on page 81.

Almost all our health sciences courses have a core first year. This means if you haven’t decided on a specific area of study, you can enrol in any health sciences course that shares first-year core subjects and apply to transfer into another course after your first year. If your transfer is approved, you’ll go directly into second year of your newly selected course. Please note that transfers are competitive and subject to academic results and availability of places.

YEA

R 1

Semester 1 Semester 2Individual Determinants of Health Social Determinants of HealthHuman Biosciences A Research and Evidence in PracticeIntroduction to Professional Practice Human Biosciences BElective Elective

Nursing students have set units instead of electives in the core first year. See Bachelor of Nursing (Pre-registration) on p.96 for further details.

http://latrobe.edu.au/courses/dentistry

http://latrobe.edu.au/courses/oral-health



DURATION4.5 years full-time (4 years in accelerated program).

PREREQUISITESVCE Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 30 in English (EAL) or at least 25 in English other than EAL; and a study score of at least 25 in two of Biology, Chemistry, any Mathematics, Physical Education or Physics.

CONSIDER THESE Bachelor of Applied Science/ Master of Speech Pathology (P 89)

Bachelor of Health Sciences (P 92)

YOUR CAREERAudiologist in hospitals, early intervention, private or community health, cochlear implant centres and hearing device companies. COURSE URLlatrobe.edu.au/courses/audiology




CONSIDER THESE Bachelor of Applied Science/ Master of Clinical Audiology (P 83)

Bachelor of Health Sciences (P 92) YOUR CAREERPublic and private clinicsMedical research centres Hospitals COURSE URLlatrobe.edu.au/courses/ prosthetics-and-orthotics

Our combined degree offers you a multidisciplinary approach to the study of hearing, balance and related areas. You’ll learn diagnosis and rehabilitation methods through interactive and simulated workshops on campus and in clinical settings. You’ll be required to complete an internship year and regular clinical placements. Our graduates work in hospitals, early intervention centres, cochlear implant and community health centres, private practices and research institutions.

You’ll learn about artificial limbs (prostheses) for people with amputations, and supportive devices (orthoses) for people with musculoskeletal weakness. You’ll have access to practical experience at leading Australian and international hospitals and private practices, particularly in your final years. Our graduates have gone on to work in public and private health settings and often find opportunities to work in developing and developed countries.

Bachelor of Applied Science/Master of Clinical Audiology

Bachelor of Applied Science/ Master of Clinical Prosthetics and Orthotics


YEA


Core first year (see page 82) Core first year (see page 82)Communication Disorders – History, Attitudes and Innovations

YEA

R 2

Semester 1 Semester 2Analysing and Combining Words Speech and Hearing SciencesCommunication and Swallowing across the Lifespan Mental Health and PharmacologyIntegrating Evidence into Practice Introduction to the Auditory System: Basics of HearingAnatomy and Neurophysiology for Speech and Swallowing Elective

Week 49–51 Summer Semester Introduction to Hearing and Balance Patient-centered Care in Audiological Practice

YEA

R 3

Semester 1 Semester 2Introduction to Diagnostic Assessment Advanced Diagnostic Audiology 1Acoustics and Psychoacoustics Paediatric AudiologyPathology of Hearing Loss Hearing and Systems and FittingProfessional Practice: Clinical Audiology A* Professional Practice: Clinical Audiology B*

YEA

R 4

Semester 1 Semester 2Advanced Diagnostic Audiology 2 Advanced Audiological Rehabilitation

Clinical Audiology D*Rehabilitation 2: Lifespan Rehabilitation

Professional Practice: Clinical Audiology C*

Week 11–45Independent Research


YEA

R 1 Semester 1

Core first year (see page 82)

Semester 2Core first year (see page 82)

SummerElective

YEA

R 2

Semester 1 Semester 2Integrating Evidence into Practice Normal and Pathological MovementAnatomy: Lower and Upper Limbs Clinical Assessment TechniquesPaediatrics and Gerontology in Prosthetics and Orthotics Orthotic Management of Spinal and Limb FracturesScience and Use of Materials Pathophysiologic Basis of DiseaseTrends in Prosthetics and Orthotics Elective

SummerClinical Orthotic Management of the Foot

YEA

R 3

Semester 1 Semester 2Clinical Transtibial Prosthetics Evidence of Ankle Foot OrthoticsEvidence of Transtibial Prosthetics Clinical Ankle Foot OrthoticsExtended Orthotic Management of the Foot Seminars in Clinical ResearchApplied Clinical Research in Prosthetics and Orthotics Management of the Upper Limb

YEA

R 4 All year: Week 6–24 All year: Week 28–46

Clinical Education in Prosthetics and Orthotics A* Extended Lower Limb OrthoticsExtended Lower Limb Prosthetics Extended Clinical Experience*

* Subjects are clinical /professional placements. You must complete two not-for-credit modules at the beginning of first year: Academic Integrity Module and Wominjeka La Trobe: Indigenous Cultural Literacy for Higher Education. For subject information, enter the subject titles above into our database at: latrobe.edu.au/students/subjects


http://latrobe.edu.au/courses/audiology




In this combined degree, you’ll develop specialist skills in hospital dietetic practice, community and public health, and food service management. You’ll work closely with lecturers who are practising professionals. You’ll undertake more than 100 days of professional placement as part of the course. After graduation, you can work in areas including patient care, consulting and product development.

Learn how to work with individuals and communities to address social, psychological and physical challenges to participating in play, leisure, work and self-care occupations. You’ll complete 1,000 hours of professional practice, alongside an engaging scenario-based learning curriculum. If you complete first year in Albury-Wodonga, Mildura or Shepparton, you’ll study in Bendigo from second year onwards.

Bachelor of Applied Science/Master of Dietetic Practice

Bachelor of Applied Science/Master of Occupational Therapy Practice




CONSIDER THESE Bachelor of Food and Nutrition (P 91)


Bachelor of Human Nutrition (P 95)

YOUR CAREERChronic disease managementCommunity healthFood regulation and safetyHospital patient careNutrition promotionPrivate practiceProduct developmentPublic relationsResearchSports performance COURSE URLlatrobe.edu.au/courses/dietetics




Mildura (ATAR N/P)




CONSIDER THESE Bachelor of Human Services/ Master of Social Work (P 100)


YOUR CAREEROccupational therapyMental healthForensic servicesPaediatricsPhysical rehabilitation COURSE URLlatrobe.edu.au/courses/ occupational-therapy

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Semester 1 Semester 2Chemistry Foundations or General Principles of Chemistry Social Determinants of HealthHuman Biosciences A Human Biosciences BIndividual Determinants of Health Chemistry of Food and CookingIntroduction to Professional Practice Research and Evidence in Practice

Elective

YEA

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Semester 1 Semester 2Introduction to Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Metabolic Biochemistry and Cell BiologyPrinciples of Human Nutrition Human Physiology Theory BIntegrating Evidence into Practice Nutrition and DiseasePathophysiology Food and SocietiesElective

Week 26–30Gastronomy 301: Multiculturalism and Ethnic Food Trends

YEA

R 3

Semester 1 Semester 2Education and Communication Skills for Nutrition Community and Public Health Nutrition BFood Science and Food Skills Nutritional Epidemiology and Research SkillsLifespan NutritionDietetic Practice Skills Week 31–51

Elective Dietetic Practice Theory and Case Management A*

YEA

R 4 Week 4–28 Week 29-50

Individual Case Management Theory B Individual Case Management Theory CFood Service Management Theory and Practice* Community and Public Health Nutrition C*Individual Case Management Practice B Individual Case Management Practice C


Semester 1 Semester 2Core first year (see page 82) Core first year (see page 82)

SummerOccupational Science

Semester 1 Semester 2Integrating Evidence Into Practice Occupational Perspective of HealthHealth Education Development Pathophysiology, Anatomy and NeurosciencesAnatomy: Vertebral Column, Lower and Upper Limb Developmental PsychologyProfessional Practice 1: Service Learning Chronic Self-Management

Week 6-10 Semester 2Environment, Group and Individual Approaches in OT Service Coordination and Case Management

Week 7-43 Week 15-51Musculoskeletal and Neurological Conditions Professional Practice A*

Week 18-28 Week 37-43Mental Health Across the Lifespan Occupational Therapy: Enabling Change (Children)

Semester 1 Various weeksAdvanced Clinical Practice* Professional Practice C*

Week 11-26 Week 29-38 Evidence Review for Occupational Therapy Macro Strategies for Advanced Professional Practice

Week 19-26 Professional Practice B*



YEA

R 1

YEA

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YEA

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YEA

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http://latrobe.edu.au/courses/dietetics

http://latrobe.edu.au/courses/occupational-therapy

http://latrobe.edu.au/courses/occupational-therapy




This degree gives you the knowledge you need to detect, diagnose and treat vision problems in both children and adults. You’ll cover applied science fundamentals and build knowledge of the different forms of rehabilitation available to patients. Once you graduate, you can work as an independent practitioner in private practice or in public hospitals and clinics alongside ophthalmic surgeons.

Bachelor of Applied Science/Master of Orthoptics




CONSIDER THESE Bachelor of Health Sciences (P 92)

Bachelor of Applied Science/ Master of Clinical Audiology (P 83) YOUR CAREERPrivate practiceHospitalsSpecialist clinics COURSE URLlatrobe.edu.au/courses/orthoptics


YEA


Core first year (see page 82) Core first year (see page 82)Human Vision and Function

SummerElective

YEA

R 2

Semester 1 Semester 2Optics and Refractive State Pathophysiologic Basis for DiseaseClinical Anatomy and Neurosciences Ocular Pathology and MicrobiologyOcular Physiology and Vision Science Binocular VisionIntegrating Evidence into Practice Neuro-ophthalmology

YEA

R 3

Semester 1 Semester 2Applied Ocular Diagnostics Low Vision RehabilitationOphthalmic Pharmacology Ophthalmic Management and TherapeuticsEye Movement Systems Incomitant StrabismusConcomitant Strabismus Orthoptic Clinical Practice A*Clinical Refraction

YEA

R 4

Semester 1 Semester 2Models of Eye Service Delivery Evidence-Based Orthoptic Practice

Week 3–14 Week 28–40Orthoptic Clinical Practice B* Orthoptic Clinical Practice D*

Week 14–33Orthoptic Clinical Practice C*




YEA


Core first year (see page 82) Core first year (see page 82)

YEA

R 2

Semester 1 Semester 2Anatomy: Lower Limb and Foot Medical Microbiology for PodiatryPathophysiology Foundations in Pharmacology for PodiatristsIntegrating Evidence into Practice Normal and Pathological MovementIntroduction to Podiatry Practice A Introduction to Podiatry Practice BElective Cutaneous Science of the Foot

SummerAdvanced Anatomy and Pathology for Podiatry

YEA

R 3

Semester 1 Semester 2Orthotic Management of the Foot and Lower Limb Musculoskeletal Basis of Foot and Lower Limb PathologyPodiatric Assessment and Management The High-Risk FootClinical Biomechanics in Podiatry Podiatric PharmacologyPodiatric Anaesthesia and Surgery Podiatric Practice D*Podiatric Practice C*

YEA

R 4

Semester 1 Semester 2Consolidated Podiatric Case Management Special Populations in PodiatryMedical Conditions Affecting the Foot Podiatry Project

Week 5–25 Week 27–52Podiatric Practice E* Podiatric Practice F*

As the only podiatry degree offered in Victoria, our course produces many of Australia’s newest podiatrists, who graduate with best-practice skills and the knowledge to treat and prevent a broad range of foot and ankle disorders.

During first and second year, you’ll learn about the role of health professionals in the community, the fundamentals of human biosciences, and the factors that influence health. You’ll also begin to develop podiatric skills, learn about medical assessment and management, and gain a deeper understanding of complex conditions like diabetes.

During third and fourth year, you’ll study podiatric theory in-depth, and put what you’ve learnt into practice, with guided clinical placements in our on-campus podiatry clinic and other settings like hospitals, community health centres and private practice.

Upon completion, you’ll be ready to treat people of all ages, be eligible to work overseas in some countries, and be well placed to explore an array of opportunities in public and private practice, community health, hospitals and academia.




CONSIDER THESE Bachelor of Exercise Science (P 90)


Bachelor of Applied Science/ Master of Occupational Therapy Practice (P 84)

YOUR CAREERPodiatrist in hospitals, community health centres, private practice and sports injury clinics.

POPULAR INTERNATIONAL STUDY DESTINATIONSGlasgow Caledonian University (UK) COURSE URLlatrobe.edu.au/courses/podiatry

Bachelor of Applied Science/ Master of Podiatric Practice


http://latrobe.edu.au/courses/podiatry



On-campus clinic gives students treatment experienceAs a podiatry student you’ll complete placements at our own podiatry clinic, gaining real-world treatment experience that boosts your skills, knowledge and employability.

Under the supervision of highly experienced clinicians, you’ll build on your academic knowledge, and develop your skills and confidence in a supportive learning environment.

During their placements at the clinic, our podiatry students provide care for and management of musculoskeletal disorders, general podiatry and paediatric conditions, and also undertake diabetes assessments and management.

Placements at the public clinic on the Melbourne Campus are just part of the 1,000 clinical hours that our podiatry students complete as part of their degree. Our students build on this knowledge through external placements in a variety of clinical settings in third and fourth year.

Our industry-standard facilities, combined with the experience our students get with patients, ensure our students graduate career ready and highly employable.

A step in the right direction for Jade

‘Podiatry offers graduates a wide range of options, including international travel, and opening your own private clinical practice,’ says La Trobe graduate Jade Tan.

Since completing her Podiatry degree at La Trobe, Jade has worked as a clinical podiatrist in private practice for two years, presented at key industry conferences, and is now a La Trobe teaching academic and Research Fellow, completing her PhD.

Jade, who still consults with private patients, says podiatry is a ‘fun and dynamic’ profession that is in high demand from employers and the community.

Jade TanBachelor of Applied Science/ Master of Podiatric Practice graduate

‘I really enjoy the clinic’s interactive group work and the hands-on experience I get there. I also get to participate in regular professional mentoring sessions, which provides a useful insight into different aspects of podiatry and my career options.’

Tony Truong Bachelor of Applied Science/ Master of Podiatric Practice student

Our theoretical and clinical subjects prepare you for a career in variety of areas, including paediatrics and sports.

Podiatrists in demandCommunity demand for podiatrists is increasing due to Australia’s growing and ageing population, and health factors such as the increasing prevalence of Type 2 diabetes, renal disease and obesity (Health Workforce Australia, Australia’s Health Workforce Series: Podiatrists in Focus, March 2014).

EMPLOYMENT OF PODIATRISTS WILL INCREASE BY

16.7 PER CENTBETWEEN 2015 AND

2020 – WELL ABOVE THE AVERAGE GROWTH OF 8.3 PER CENT FOR

ALL OCCUPATIONS

(Department of Employment, Occupational Employment Projections

to November 2020).

MORE THAN

90 PER CENTOF PODIATRY GRADUATES WHO WERE LOOKING AND AVAILABLE

FOR WORK FOUND FULL-TIME EMPLOYMENT WITHIN FOUR

MONTHS OF GETTING THEIR DEGREE

(Graduate Careers Australia, Graduate Destinations, 2015).


During your physiotherapy degree, you’ll learn to assess and treat patients with physical injuries and movement disorders, helping them achieve the highest possible degree of recovery. We emphasise clinical practice, giving you 30 weeks of full-time clinical training. Your placements will cover a range of healthcare settings including hospitals, rehabilitation centres and private practice. If you choose to complete your first year in Albury-Wodonga, Mildura or Shepparton, you’ll transfer to Bendigo for the rest of the degree.

Bachelor of Applied Science/Master of Physiotherapy Practice









Bachelor of Applied Science/ Master of Podiatric Practice (P 86)

YOUR CAREERPhysiotherapist in hospitals, preventative healthcare, private practices and sporting organisations.

POPULAR INTERNATIONAL STUDY DESTINATIONSUniversity of Stirling (UK)

Universidad de Complutense (SPAIN) COURSE URLlatrobe.edu.au/courses/physiotherapy


YEA


Core first year (see page 82) Core first year (see page 82) Participation Across the Lifespan

YEA

R 2

Semester 1 Semester 2Anatomy of Lower Limb and Trunk Anatomy of Upper Limb and NeurosciencesPhysiology and Biomechanics of Movement Physiotherapy Practice Development BIntegrating Evidence Into Practice Foundations in PharmacologyPhysiotherapy Practice Development A Pathophysiology Basis of Disease

YEA

R 3

Summer Various weeksCommunity Engagement Experience Managing Complexity in Clinical Practice

Semester 1 Physiotherapy for Early Lifespan and Gender-Specific Conditions

Physiotherapy for Musculoskeletal DysfunctionProfessional Practicum A*

Physiotherapy for Neurological DysfunctionProfessional Practicum B*

Physiotherapy for Cardiorespiratory DysfunctionSkill Development for Person-Centred Physiotherapy

YEA

R 4

Week 5-25 Week 30-50Evidence-Based Practice Advanced Physiotherapy Practice

Various weeksChronic Disease ManagementProfessional Practicum C*

Professional Practicum D*Professional Practicum E*Professional Practicum F*


http://latrobe.edu.au/courses/physiotherapy



As the longest standing provider of speech pathology education in Victoria, we understand no two days of the profession are alike. You’ll explore a number of key areas to learn to diagnose and treat issues such as speech problems, stuttering issues and swallowing difficulties. You’ll get workplace experience throughout your degree, including hands-on experience working with real-life speech pathology cases. If you choose to complete your first year in Albury-Wodonga, Mildura or Shepparton, you’ll transfer to Bendigo for the rest of the degree.

Bachelor of Applied Science/Master of Speech Pathology


Bendigo (ATAR N/P)


Mildura (ATAR N/P)




CONSIDER THESE Bachelor of Exercise Science (P90)


Bachelor of Applied Science/ Master of Clinical Audiology (P 83)

YOUR CAREERSpeech pathologist in aged care centres, community health centres, hospitals, private practice, rehabilitation centres and schools. COURSE URLlatrobe.edu.au/courses/ speech-pathology


YEA


Core first year (see page 82) Core first year (see page 82)Communication Disorders – History, Attitudes and Innovations

YEA

R 2

Semester 1 Semester 2Analysing and Combining Words Techniques for Analysing CommunicationCommunication and Swallowing Across the Lifespan Speech and Hearing SciencesIntegrating Evidence into Practice Mental Health and PharmacologyAnatomy and Neurophysiology for Speech and Swallowing Elective

WinterElective

YEA

R 3

Semester 1 Semester 2Evidence in Practice in Speech Pathology Critical Implementation of the Evidence

Week 9–26 Week 29-48Assessment of Communication and Swallowing Assessment and Intervention AIntroduction to Speech Pathology Practice Assessment and Intervention in Speech Pathology Clinic*

YEA

R 4

Week 6–14 Week 16-35Therapeutic Intervention and Management Advanced Seminars in Speech Pathology

Various weeksSpeech Pathology Practice A*Speech Pathology Practice B*Speech Pathology Practice C*Speech Pathology Practice D*Speech Pathology Practice E*


http://latrobe.edu.au/courses/speech-pathology

http://latrobe.edu.au/courses/speech-pathology



Our degree prepares you to work as an expert in sport and exercise science, with an emphasis on community wellness. You’ll gain an understanding of the principles of human movement and study subjects such as exercise physiology, biomechanics and sports psychology. After graduating, you’ll have the skills to develop training programs for clients including the elderly and elite athletes. This is a pathway course for the Master of Exercise Physiology and Master of Physiotherapy Practice.

This four-year degree prepares you to work as a clinical exercise physiologist. After developing an understanding of the principles of human movement in subjects such as biomechanics, exercise psychology and exercise physiology, your studies will specialise in the prescription and monitoring of exercise programs for individuals with clinical conditions. Your training will include a range of placements in healthcare settings including hospitals, private practice, and rehabilitation centres.

Bachelor of Exercise Science

Bachelor of Exercise Science/Master of Exercise Physiology





CONSIDER THESE Bachelor of Exercise Science/ Master of Exercise Physiology (P 90)


YOUR CAREERCommunity healthCorporate health and wellnessDeveloping and monitoring exercise programsSport injury prevention COURSE URLlatrobe.edu.au/courses/exercise-science

CAMPUS AND ATARBendigo (ATAR 75.75) DURATION4 years full-time or part-time equivalent.


CONSIDER THESE Bachelor of Applied Science/ Master of Physiotherapy Practice (P 88)


YOUR CAREERCommunity healthCorporate health and wellnessExercise program developmentSport injury prevention COURSE URLlatrobe.edu.au/courses/exercise-science


YEA


Core first year (see page 82) plus Nutrition for Health and Wellbeing Core first year (see page 82) plus Exercise Fitness and Health

YEA

R 2

Semester 1 Semester 2Anatomy of Lower Limb and Trunk Anatomy of Upper Limb, Head and NeurosciencesIntegrating Evidence into Practice Motor Control and LearningExercise and Sports Physiology Applied Exercise Science (70-hour practicum)*Exercise and Sports Biomechanics Elective

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R 3

Semester 1 Semester 2Skill Acquisition PathophysiologySport and Exercise Psychology Advanced Exercise BiomechanicsAdvanced Exercise Physiology Behavioural Change for Rehabilitation Clients

Exercise science core choice subjectAll yearExercise Programming and Prescription (70-hour practicum)*


YEA


Core first year (see page 82) plus Nutrition for Health and Wellbeing Core first year (see page 82) plus Exercise Fitness and Health

YEA

R 2

Semester 1 Semester 2Anatomy of Lower Limb and Trunk Anatomy of Upper Limb, Head and NeurosciencesIntegrating Evidence into Practice Motor Control and LearningExercise and Sports Physiology Applied Exercise Science (70-hour practicum)*Exercise and Sports Biomechanics Elective

YEA

R 3

Semester 1 Semester 2Skill Acquisition Pathophysiologic Basis of DiseaseSport and Exercise Psychology Advanced Exercise BiomechanicsAdvanced Exercise Physiology Behavioural Change for Rehabilitation Clients

All yearExercise Programming and Prescription (70-hour practicum)*Exercise Science Project

YEA

R 4

SummerAssessment and Exercise Prescription for Musculoskeletal Dysfunction

Assessment and Exercise Prescription for Cardiorespiratory and Metabolic Dysfunction

Assessment and Exercise Prescription for Neurological Dysfunction and Other Health Conditions

Week 5-25 Semester 2Evidence-Based Practice in Health Professional Practice for Exercise Physiology

Week 7-28 Professional Practicum C*

Professional Practicum A* Elective

Various weeks All yearChronic Disease Management Research StudyProfessional Practicum B*

* Subjects are clinical/professional placements of 120 hours each. You must complete two not-for-credit modules at the beginning of first year: Academic Integrity Module and Wominjeka La Trobe: Indigenous Cultural Literacy for Higher Education. For subject information, enter the subject titles above into our database at: latrobe.edu.au/students/subjects

* Subjects are clinical/professional placements of 120 hours each. You must complete two not-for-credit modules at the beginning of first year: Academic Integrity Module and Wominjeka La Trobe: Indigenous Cultural Literacy for Higher Education. For subject information, enter the subject titles above into our database at: latrobe.edu.au/students/subjects

http://latrobe.edu.au/courses/exercise-science

http://latrobe.edu.au/courses/exercise-science




The Bachelor of Food and Nutrition gives you a thorough understanding of food and human nutrition, and prepares you for a career in various fields related to the promotion of health at individual and community levels. You’ll study biosciences, principles of nutrition, food science and food skills, nutrition and disease, nutritional needs over the lifespan and for sports performance, and social and public health aspects of nutrition.

Graduates are likely to find work in food science, health science, animal and human nutrition, media, marketing, research or in the biological science field. Employers may include government bodies, community health centres, food companies, food manufacturing and processing, animal health companies and sports clubs.

If you don’t have an ATAR, there are other entry pathways into this course. For more details and a sample course structure, search ‘Bachelor of Food and Nutrition’ on the OUA page: open.edu.au

This course is a pathway into many of our undergraduate programs in health sciences. The curriculum covers key aspects of science related to health, including anatomy and physiology. It explores social, psychological and environmental impacts on health while preparing you for further tertiary study. Depending on your intended pathway, you may also do an introductory clinical placement in a local health facility.

Bachelor of Food and Nutrition

Diploma in Health Sciences

CAMPUS AND ATAROnline – delivered by Open Universities Australia (OUA) DURATION3 years full-time or part-time equivalent.

PREREQUISITESVisit open.edu.au for details.

CONSIDER THESE Bachelor of Human Nutrition (P 95)

Bachelor of Applied Science/ Master of Dietetic Practice (P 84)


YOUR CAREERNutrition and agribusinessFood policy and regulationCommunity health programsSports industryFood safety and manufacturingProduct developmentNutrition research COURSE URLlatrobe.edu.au/courses/dietetics

CAMPUS AND ATARBendigo (ATAR N/A) DURATION1 year full-time or part-time equivalent.

PREREQUISITESSuccessful completion of Year 12 plus a recommendation from your secondary school or employer. A piece of written work to indicate your interest in the program and to assess your academic skills may be required.


Diploma of Health Sciences at La Trobe Melbourne (P 154)

YOUR CAREERThis is a pathway program to the following courses at the Bendigo Campus:Bachelor of Nursing (Pre-registration)Bachelor of Human Services and Master of Social WorkBachelor of Public Health Promotion COURSE URLlatrobe.edu.au/courses/health-sciences


YEA

R 1

Semester 1 Semester 2Human Biosciences A Human Biosciences BIntroduction to Professional Practice Research and Evidence in PracticeIndividual Determinants of Health Social Determinants of HealthLearning in Health Sciences Communicating in Health Sciences

Students intending to study nursing will also need to complete summer school subjects. You must complete two not-for-credit modules at the beginning of first year: Academic Integrity Module (AIM) and Wominjeka La Trobe: Indigenous Cultural Literacy for Higher Education. For subject information, enter the subject titles above into our database at: latrobe.edu.au/students/subjects


http://latrobe.edu.au/courses/health-sciences



If you know improving or maintaining people’s health is what you want to do for a career, but you’re not quite ready to choose your niche, this is the ideal course for you.

Health sciences is the academic field that underpins specialisations like physiology and anatomy, sports counselling and athlete welfare, health sustainability, community and public health, rehabilitation counselling, as well as health promotion.

As a student of the degree, you’ll learn about the factors that influence health locally and around the world. You’ll explore the way health affects our bodies, our communities and our workplaces. By approaching the discipline in this comprehensive manner, you’ll get a more complete perspective on ways to improve people’s wellbeing.

Your first year will be all about the fundamentals of health and human biosciences.

If your first-year results are sufficiently high you may also like to consider applying for a transfer into one of our allied health double degrees.

As you move into second and third year you’ll choose one or two majors and a variety of electives.

*This course is subject to final approval. Please check the La Trobe website for up-to-date course information.






Diploma in Health Sciences (P 91)

Bachelor of Public Health Promotion (P 103)

Bachelor of Arts/ Bachelor of Health Sciences (P 25) YOUR CAREERAged care Athlete welfare and wellbeing Community or private health services Disability services Health promotion Hospitals Occupational health and safety Public health Rehabilitation case management Rehabilitation counselling Research

POPULAR INTERNATIONAL STUDY DESTINATIONSHiroshima University (JAPAN) Sogang University (SOUTH KOREA) University of Florida (USA) Glasgow Caledonian University (UK) Queen Margaret University (UK) COURSE URLlatrobe.edu.au/courses/ health-sciences


YEA



YEA

R 2 Semester 1 and 2

Majors available, Melbourne: Public health, health promotion, sports counselling and athlete welfare, rehabilitation counselling, human physiology and anatomy.

Majors available, Bendigo:Public health, health promotion, sports counselling and athlete welfare, rehabilitation counselling, health sustainability.

YEA

R 3

Semester 1 and 2

Majors available, Melbourne: Public health, health promotion, sports counselling and athlete welfare, rehabilitation counselling, human physiology and anatomy.

Majors available, Bendigo:Public health, health promotion, sports counselling and athlete welfare, rehabilitation counselling, health sustainability.


Bachelor of Health Sciences *





Practical education through industry affiliationsOur teaching staff have years of experience practising what they teach. Many have close research and advisory associations with professional, government and corporate organisations, including the Cancer Council of Victoria, the Royal Melbourne Rehabilitation Hospital, VicHealth, government health departments, the AFL Players Association, Beyond Blue, the Australian Sports Commission, Racing Victoria and Melbourne City FC.

How do these connections help you? You’ll discuss first-hand examples of how your studies are applied in the real world, and you’ll have links to Work Integrated Learning (WIL), honours-year research, and graduate employment opportunities.

Take your education off campus, and into the world of workYou can take up placement opportunities in community facilities like the Migrant Resource Centre, where you might participate in programs that bring mothers with young children from Burmese minority groups together for interactive play and learning sessions. Or you might gain experience in a hospital setting – The Alfred for example – where you could test a new online platform for research ethics and governance, and train researchers on how to use it.

Go abroad and see health from a new perspectiveLa Trobe gives students the chance to explore health sciences away from Australia through study abroad opportunities. You could travel to Central America to examine how the Mexican healthcare system operates, or take a three-week tour to Sabah, Malaysia to work with Indigenous populations and learn about their health needs.

Public healthHealth for the many, not just the few

Prepare yourself for a career that affects entire populations of people. You’ll learn to protect and promote health, and to prevent illness, injury and disability across local, national, and international groups.

Human physiology and anatomy Does human movement move you?

If you’re curious about the structures of the human body and how those structures function, this is the major for you. Your studies could lead to a career in medical research, or prepare you for further study as a stepping stone to allied health professions.

Rehabilitation counsellingGuide those on the path to recovery

People often complete a rehabilitation program after a serious injury or illness. This major prepares you to work in the field as a case manager or a nationally recognised Rehabilitation Counsellor (after an additional year of postgraduate study, which we offer here at La Trobe). Employment prospects for graduates are excellent.

Sports counselling and athlete welfareFaster, higher, stronger … healthier?

If your interest in sport goes beyond weekend involvement, this major can help you launch your career in the industry. With a health focus, this major will provide the foundation for you to work with athletes – from communications and counselling to sport development.

Health promotionBecome a campaigner for healthier communities

In this major you’ll focus on helping people improve their health and developing environments that support healthy communities. It’s all about helping others take control of their own health and increasing health ‘literacy’.

Health sustainabilityKeeping people and the environment healthy

Students of health sustainability study the relationship between the social and environmental aspects of health and healthcare. At its essence, sustainability thinking is a process of considering how our daily lives affect our environment.

We put a strong emphasis on Work Integrated Learning (WIL), exposing you to industry before you graduate.

‘La Trobe helped me be a better clinician’

For many university students, undergraduate years are spent exploring academic and career options. That’s not quite the case for Joanne Tran who chose a Bachelor’s degree knowing exactly what she wanted to do after university.

‘La Trobe has a highly recognised and well-established health sciences course. During open days it seemed like a place with a great culture and somewhere I could see myself growing up and experiencing new things. I also appreciated that the lecturers were conducting ongoing research in their fields of expertise,’ Joanne says.

During her course, Joanne completed an industry placement with a speech pathologist, and also undertook an international study tour in Nepal.

She has since completed her Bachelor’s degree, as well as postgraduate studies, and is now working as a speech pathologist.

Joanne TranBachelor of Health Sciences graduate

Further study, further career opportunitiesIf you opt to go onto honours or postgraduate studies, you’ll be opening the door to further career opportunities in areas such as ergonomics, sport, rehabilitation counselling, public health, occupational therapy, orthoptics, physiotherapy, prosthetics and orthotics, podiatry, speech pathology and gerontology.

Health sciences majors More than just theory


Blend clinical and health business skills to take up a career in many diverse areas of the health sector – management, research, informatics or health classification. You’ll learn about medical coding, managing information systems and e-health – all key factors that support the

Australian healthcare system. Health information managers work behind the scenes in all areas of healthcare, from hospitals and community health centres to special disease registries, as well as health screening and research centres and government health departments.

Bachelor of Health Sciences (Medical Classification)/ Bachelor of Health Information Management


Sydney (ATAR 74.55)




Bachelor of Information Technology (P 110)


YOUR CAREERClinical codingHealth information managementCasemix analysisClinical governanceRisk managementHealth software developmentPrivacy managementHealth administrationHealth management COURSE URLlatrobe.edu.au/courses/ health-information-management


YEA


Core first year (see page 82) Core first year (see page 82) plus Medical Terminology ^

YEA

R 2

Semester 1 Semester 2Management of Health Information A Applied Health ResearchIntegrating Evidence into Practice Health Classification AElective Management of Health Information BPathophysiology Professional Practice A*

YEA

R 3

Semester 1 Semester 2Analysis of Health Data A Health Classification CHealth Classification B Ethics and Law of Health InformationProfessional Practice B* Management of Health Information CHealth Informatics A Health Informatics B

YEA

R 4

Semester 1 Semester 2Analysis of Health Data B Professional Practice C*Management of Health Information D Implementation of Health SystemsHealth Informatics CHealth Classification D or Elective

^ Students complete Medical Terminology in place of Core First Year elective.

* Subjects are clinical/professional placements. You must complete two not-for-credit modules at the beginning of first year: Academic Integrity Module and Wominjeka La Trobe: Indigenous Cultural Literacy for Higher Education. For subject information, enter the subject titles above into our database at: latrobe.edu.au/students/subjects

http://latrobe.edu.au/courses/health-information-management

http://latrobe.edu.au/courses/health-information-management



This degree will give you a thorough understanding of food and human nutrition. It will prepare you for a career in fields related to the promotion of health at individual and community levels, public health and nutrition, as well as other areas of food research, bioscience or nutrition. This course also provides a pathway into postgraduate studies in dietetics.

You’ll study biosciences, principles of nutrition, food science and food skills, nutrition and disease, nutritional needs over the lifespan and for sports performance, and social and public health aspects of nutrition.

Graduates are likely to find work in food science, health science, animal and human nutrition, media, marketing, research or in the biological sciences field. Employers may include government bodies, community health centres, food companies, food manufacturing and processing, animal health companies and sports clubs.

Bachelor of Human Nutrition



PREREQUISITESUnits 3 and 4: a study score of at least 30 in English (EAL) or at least 25 in English other than EAL; and a study score of at least 25 in two of Biology, Chemistry, any Mathematics, Physical Education or Physics.

CONSIDER THESE Bachelor of Food and Nutrition (P 91)

Bachelor of Applied Science/ Master of Dietetic Practice (P 84)


YOUR CAREERNutritionist in government bodies, community health centres, food manufacturing and processing, animal health companies and sports clubs. COURSE URLlatrobe.edu.au/courses/dietetics

Sample course structure (human nutrition and public health stream)

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R 1

Semester 1 Semester 2Human Biosciences A Human Biosciences BGeneral Principles of Chemistry or Chemistry Foundations Social Determinants of Health or ElectiveIntroduction to Professional Practice Chemistry of Food and CookingIndividual Determinants of Health Research and Evidence in Practice

YEA

R 2

Semester 1 Semester 2Introduction to Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Metabolic Biochemistry and Cell BiologyHuman Physiology Theory A Human Physiology Theory BPrinciples of Nutrition Nutrition and DiseaseIntegrating Evidence into Practice or elective Food and Societies or Elective

YEA

R 3

Semester 1 Semester 2Lifespan Nutrition Nutritional Epidemiology and Research SkillsFood Science and Food Skills Nutrition ProjectElective ElectiveElective Elective





Our three-year nursing degree prepares you for a rewarding career in nursing by providing you with the knowledge, skills and practical experience required.

Your hands-on nursing experience begins at our on-campus hospital simulation centres and extends to supervised experience in hospitals and healthcare agencies. From second year onwards, students enrolled at our Melbourne Campus will study at one of our Clinical Schools, a unique model of teaching that embeds all practical and classroom learning within leading Victorian hospitals like The Alfred, The Austin, Royal Melbourne Hospital and The Northern Hospital.

You’ll cover practical nursing subjects like bioscience, critical illness, Indigenous health and intercultural health as you learn to care for people of all ages, including those with long term and mental health conditions or emergency treatment needs.

You’ll also learn how to manage your time, lead teams, manage caseloads and make ethical clinical decisions with a compassionate and caring approach.

Our dynamic student exchange program also provides overseas study opportunities with one of our many partner universities around the world.

A significant number of our nursing graduates find employment soon after completing their degree, and some eligible students even go on to work overseas.



Albury-Wodonga (ATAR 52.45)

Mildura (ATAR 52.50)

Shepparton (ATAR 54.20)



CONSIDER THESE Bachelor of Nursing/ Bachelor of Midwifery (P 99)

Bachelor of Nursing (Graduate Entry) (P 98)

Bachelor of Nursing (Enrolled Nurse Entry) (P 98)


YOUR CAREERRegistered nurse in hospitals, primary care, aged care, hospices, schools, aid organisations and healthcare clinics.

POPULAR INTERNATIONAL STUDY DESTINATIONSMalmo University (SWEDEN)

Metropolitan University College (DENMARK) COURSE URLlatrobe.edu.au/courses/nursing


YEA


Core first year (see page 82) Core first year (see page 82)Introduction to Nursing Assessment*^ Nursing Assessment and Management*^

YEA

R 2

Semester 1 Semester 2Nursing and Midwifery Research Indigenous and Intercultural HealthNursing specific elective Nursing Patients with Chronic Illness*Nursing Patients with Acute Illness A* Nursing Patients with Acute Illness B*Nursing: Health Priorities A Nursing: Health Priorities B

YEA

R 3

Semester 1 Semester 2Nursing Patients in Time Critical Situations* Engagement in Professional NursingNursing: Mental Health and Illness* Primary Health Care Nursing*

Nursing: Consolidating Reflective Clinical Practice*

Bachelor of Nursing (Pre-registration)

* Subjects include clinical/professional placements. ^Students complete these units in place of core first year electives. You must complete two not-for-credit modules at the beginning of first year: Academic Integrity Module and Wominjeka La Trobe: Indigenous Cultural Literacy for Higher Education. For subject information, enter the subject titles above into our database at: latrobe.edu.au/students/subjects

http://latrobe.edu.au/courses/nursing



Be the difference on the front line of patient care. See yourself as a nursing leader

La Trobe University Bendigo nursing graduate Samantha Morris is in a role she loves, working at the front line of critical care. As a nurse team leader in the angiography suite at the Royal Brisbane and Woman’s Hospital, Samantha is making a difference in one of the largest hospitals in the Southern Hemisphere.

Samantha said her La Trobe degree prepared her well for professional nursing, with numerous hospital and community field placements, including an exchange to Malmö, Sweden.

‘I always wanted a job that was universal and would enable me to live, work and make a social contribution anywhere in the world. Nursing gives me that opportunity. I can’t think of anything else I’d rather be doing!’

Samantha MorrisBachelor of Nursing (Pre-registration) graduate

‘The nurses who graduate from the La Trobe Clinical School here at Alfred Health are ready and able to hit the ground running as valuable members of our nursing team.’

Suzanne MetcalfDirector of Nursing Services and Education at Alfred Health

Why nursing is a future-proofed careerThe community will always need nurses, and future job opportunities are strong for nursing graduates. Department of Employment projections show that employment of registered nurses will increase by 20 per cent over the five years to 2020, well above the average growth of 8.3 per cent for all occupations.* *Department of Employment, Occupational Employment Projections to November 2020.

La Trobe’s Clinical Schools: driving real-life learning and employabilityWhen you study nursing at La Trobe University in Melbourne, you’ll be immersed in our unique Clinical Schools model – the only nursing education model of its kind in Victoria.

This means you’ll complete the second and third year of your degree in a high-profile hospital setting, at one of our Clinical Schools at the Austin, Alfred, Northern or Royal Melbourne hospitals.

La Trobe’s Clinical Schools provide you with on-site access to dedicated teaching facilities and regular patient contact, as well as an education led by hospital-based clinicians at the cutting edge of acute patient care.

Our Clinical Schools model means you’ll become familiar with a particular hospital’s physical environment, people, policies and procedures over a long period of time – giving you a head start when it comes to employment.

In 2016, two-thirds of participating students were offered employment at the hospitals where La Trobe Clinical Schools are located.*

*Source: Graduate Nurse/Midwifery Program Computer Match 2016 - Postgraduate Medical Council of Victoria (PMCV).

Overseas clinical and learning opportunitiesAs a La Trobe nursing student, you’re encouraged to apply for our semester-long international placement program, where you’ll study and work at hospitals in Sweden and Denmark.

In 2016, 36 La Trobe students participated in a two-week clinical and learning placement in Kathmandu, Nepal. Our students assisted in treating children and adults, many of whom had been badly affected by an earthquake that ravaged the country in 2015.

In your second year, you can study abroad through a short-term international exchange. Past students have studied and worked in countries as diverse as Austria, Singapore, Hong Kong, Mexico, Indonesia, Malaysia and the Philippines.

WE’RE RANKED

12 IN AUSTRALIA

FOR NURSING


LA TROBE HAS

5 CLINICAL SCHOOLS

LINKED TO LEADING VICTORIAN HOSPITALS IN MELBOURNE

AND BENDIGO.

APPLY FOR A LA TROBE

SCHOLARSHIPOR A SCHOLARSHIP FROM THE

AUSTRALIAN COLLEGE OF NURSING.

Find out more: latrobe.edu.au/scholarships and acn.edu.au


Upgrade your Enrolled Nurse qualification with our two-year Enrolled Nurse Entry degree. You’ll graduate ready to apply to the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency to become a Registered Nurse. You’ll get specialised support to help you transition to academic studies. Hands-on experience begins at our on-campus learning centres and extends to supervised placements in our Clinical Schools and at leading Victorian hospitals (see page 97).

If you have successfully completed a Diploma of Nursing (18 months) at TAFE, you may receive up to 165 credit points of Advanced Standing.

Add a nursing qualification to your existing degree with this two-year graduate course, which gives you practical experience from first year. You’ll graduate ready to apply to the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency to become a Registered Nurse. Your hands-on experience begins at our on-campus clinical learning unit and extends to supervised placements in our Clinical Schools and at leading Victorian hospitals.

Bachelor of Nursing (Enrolled Nurse Entry)

Bachelor of Nursing (Graduate Entry)


Bendigo (ATAR — )

Albury-Wodonga (ATAR — )

Mildura (ATAR — )

Shepparton (ATAR — )

DURATION18 months to 2 years (subject to Advanced Standing).

PREREQUISITESCurrent Enrolled Nurse Registration with AHPRA.

CONSIDER THESE Bachelor of Health Sciences (P 92) Bachelor of Nursing/ Bachelor of Midwifery (P 99)

YOUR CAREERRegistered nurse in hospitals, primary care, aged care, hospices, schools, aid organisations and healthcare clinics. COURSE URLlatrobe.edu.au/courses/nursing


Bendigo (ATAR — )

Albury-Wodonga (ATAR — )

Mildura (ATAR — )

Shepparton (ATAR — )


PREREQUISITESBachelor’s degree preferably with studies in health, behavioural science or biological science. Students who have not studied human physiology and anatomy must successfully complete a bridging course in human physiology and anatomy before starting this course.


Bachelor of Nursing/ Bachelor of Midwifery (P 99)

YOUR CAREERRegistered nurse in hospitals, primary care, aged care, hospices, schools, aid organisations and healthcare clinics. COURSE URLlatrobe.edu.au/courses/nursing


YEA

R 1

Semester 1 Semester 2Transition to Bachelor of Nursing Indigenous and Intercultural HealthNursing and Midwifery Research Nursing Patients with Chronic Illness*Nursing Patients with Acute Illness A* Nursing Patients with Acute Illness B*Nursing: Health Priorities A Nursing: Health Priorities B

YEA


Nursing Patients in a Time Critical Context* Engagement in Professional NursingNursing: Mental Health and Illness* Nursing: Consolidating Reflective Clinical Practice*

Primary Health Care Nursing


YEA

R 1

Semester 1 Semester 2Transition to Bachelor of Nursing Indigenous and Intercultural HealthNursing and Midwifery Research Nursing Patients with Chronic Illness*Nursing Patients with Acute Illness A* Nursing Patients with Acute Illness B*Nursing: Health Priorities A Nursing: Health Priorities B

YEA

R 2

Semester 1 Semester 2Nursing Patients in a Time Critical Context* Engagement in Professional Nursing

Nursing: Mental Health and Illness* Nursing: Consolidating Reflective Clinical Practice*Primary Health Care Nursing

*Subjects include clinical/professional placements. You must complete two not-for-credit modules at the beginning of first year: Academic Integrity Module and Wominjeka La Trobe: Indigenous Cultural Literacy for Higher Education. For subject information, enter the subject titles above into our database at: latrobe.edu.au/students/subjects

*Subjects include clinical/professional placements. You must complete two not-for-credit modules at the beginning of first year: Academic Integrity Module and Wominjeka La Trobe: Indigenous Cultural Literacy for Higher Education. For subject information, enter the subject titles above into our database at: latrobe.edu.au/students/subjects






We offer practical experience in all four years of this course, producing multi-skilled graduates who play a critical role in healthcare.

After gaining a solid grounding covering the fundamentals of healthcare, nursing and midwifery, you’ll study specialised subjects, such as postnatal care of the new family, care of newborns with complex health issues, and mental health and illness. You’ll also practice both nursing and midwifery in emergency and time-critical settings. You’ll complete placements for both nursing and midwifery in a range of settings, and you’ll also have the chance to study overseas.

Clinical placements in both nursing and midwifery are a feature in every semester of this double degree. These rotations give you first-hand experience of what it’s like to work as a midwife and nurse.

Our graduates find positions as nurses and midwives in maternity care settings, acute nursing, hospitals, aged-care facilities and hospices as well as government, healthcare centres and clinics.

Bachelor of Nursing/Bachelor of Midwifery



DURATION4 years full-time.


CONSIDER THESE Bachelor of Nursing (Pre-registration) (P 96)


YOUR CAREERRegistered nurse or midwife in hospitals, primary care, aged care, hospices, schools, aid organisations and healthcare clinics.

POPULAR INTERNATIONAL STUDY DESTINATIONSMalmo University (SWEDEN) COURSE URLlatrobe.edu.au/courses/nursing


YEA

R 1


Core first year (see page 82) Core first year (see page 82)Introduction to Nursing Assessment *^ Nursing Assessment and Management *^

All yearFoundations in Pregnancy Care*

YEA

R 2

Semester 1 Semester 2Nursing Patients with Acute Illness A* Nursing Patients with Acute Illness B*Nursing Health Priorities A Nursing: Health Priorities BMidwifery Care in Labour and Birth* Postnatal Care of the New Family*

YEA

R 3

Semester 1 Semester 2Nursing and Midwifery Research Indigenous and Intercultural HealthNursing: Mental Health and Illness* Nursing Patients with Chronic Illness*Care of the Neonate with Complex Needs* Common Complexities in Maternity Care*

Primary Health Care Nursing

YEA


Nursing Patients in Time Critical Contexts* Nursing and Midwifery: Consolidating Reflective Clinical Practice*Acute and Emergency Maternity Care* Complex Needs in Maternity Care*

Support to get the job you want

Claire works for Monash Health after graduating with a Bachelor of Nursing/Bachelor of Midwifery.

‘La Trobe provides Clinical Support Educators to every student while on placement. They provide outstanding support, and we have the opportunity to use them as clinical referees when we go for a job.

My clinical educator was able to give an accurate description of my work ethic, progress over the four years and suitability for the job I was applying for. I believe this was a significant contributing factor to me receiving my first preference job with Monash Health.’

Claire Carew Bachelor of Nursing/ Bachelor of Midwifery graduate

* Subjects include clinical/professional placements. ^ Students complete these units in place of core first year electives. You must complete two not-for-credit modules at the beginning of first year: Academic Integrity Module and Wominjeka La Trobe: Indigenous Cultural Literacy for Higher Education. For subject information, enter the subject titles above into our database at: latrobe.edu.au/students/subjects




If you’re passionate about pursuing a career that supports human rights and social justice, this degree gives you the knowledge and skills to make a meaningful contribution to a fairer and more equitable society.

You’ll be equipped to work effectively with individuals, families, groups and communities through direct practice, community development, social policy initiatives, research and evaluation.

A key part of the course is field education where, under the supervision of an experienced social worker, you will complete a minimum of two 70-day placements. You’ll also have the opportunity to undertake your final field-education placement overseas in countries such as the Philippines, Cambodia and Hong Kong.

With a practical structure designed to maximise career-readiness and employability, graduates of this course go on to work in a range of contexts, including program development and evaluation, child protection, disability, family violence and other fields of practice.

Real-world experienceWhile on field placements, our aspiring social workers gain valuable real-world experience, assessing different fields of endeavour, and preparing for their career ahead.

During their placements in the final two years of their course, our students participate in a range of hands-on activities, including one-on-one case work, group work, advocacy and research.

Placement settings can vary from aged care, health, rehabilitation, corrections and mental health facilities, through to organisations providing services in the areas of child protection, disability support, refugee assistance, community development and out-of-home care.

Bachelor of Human Services/Master of Social Work




Mildura (ATAR N/P)


DURATION4.5 years full time (4 years accelerated) or part-time equivalent.

PREREQUISITESVCE Units 3 and 4: study score of at least 30 in English (EAL) or at least 25 in English other than EAL.

CONSIDER THESE Bachelor of Psychological Science (P 143)


YOUR CAREERSocial worker, working with:- individuals- families- groups - communities - government - community organisations. In diverse fields including: - health care- family violence- disability- aged care- refugees - child protection.

POPULAR INTERNATIONAL STUDY DESTINATIONSUniversity of Calgary (CANADA)

University of North Carolina (USA) COURSE URLlatrobe.edu.au/courses/social-work


YEA

R 1

Semester 1 Semester 2Experimental Foundations of Psychological Science Contemporary Human ServicesIntroduction to Professional Practice Reflective Communication and Social WorkIntroduction to Sociology Social Determinants of HealthIndividual Determinants of Health Clinical Foundations of Psychological Science

YEA

R 2

Semester 1 Semester 2Life Course Development Introduction to DiversityIntroduction to the Profession Social Work Research ASocial Work in an Unequal World Understanding the Impact of Organisational Context

Introduction to Aboriginal Australia Sociology elective from list

YEA

R 3

Semester 1 Weeks 30–51Human Rights, Law and Ethics in Social Work Practice Research for Social Work Practice BSocial Work with Individuals, Families and Groups: Applications A Professional Practice A*Social Work with Individuals, Families and Groups: Applications B Reflection, Integration and Application AFields of Social Work Practice A* Fields of Social Work Practice B*

YEA

R 4

Semester 1 Semester 2Social Policy Analysis and Advocacy Program Design and EvaluationInclusion in Communities Professional Practice C*Social Work Applications C Reflection, Integration and Application BFields of Social Work Practice C* Leadership in Social Work

Placement helps Georgia discover her ideal path.

In third year, Georgia Landy worked in acute care, maternity and general medicine at Sandringham Hospital. The following year she completed her placement at the Alfred Child and Youth Mental Health Service (CYMHS), which offers coordinated mental health support for young people and their families.

‘In this field, the experience of working directly with people is so important – and that’s why these placements are so invaluable,’ Georgia says.

‘I really like the idea of being a social worker in an emergency hospital, because there’s lots of variety, it’s fast paced and the social work role is defined, which I enjoy,’ she says.

Georgia LandyBachelor of Human Services/ Master of Social Work student

Get a head startIf you have successfully completed a relevant qualification, such as a Diploma of Community Services Work, with one of our VET/TAFE partners, you may receive Advanced Standing. See latrobe.edu.au/pathways for more details.


http://latrobe.edu.au/courses/social-work


Our Bachelor of Oral Health Science will qualify you to register as a dental hygienist, dental therapist or oral health therapist. The course has a strong focus on public oral health in rural and regional areas. You will be qualified to provide a range of preventative and dental care services in a variety of settings. You’ll complete clinical experience in different interdisciplinary settings in mostly rural and/or regional areas.

You will also work with a wide variety of patients and gain experience in treating patients with special needs. You’ll do a summer semester at the end of second year. During this time, you’ll have the opportunity to undertake a two-week international placement.

This course offers theoretical and practical experience in the complete scope of practice of the oral health therapist.

Bachelor of Oral Health Science


DURATION2.5 years full-time, including a summer semester (not available part-time).

PREREQUISITESVCE Units 3 and 4: study score of at least 30 in English (EAL) or at least 25 in English other than EAL; and a study score of at least 25 in one of Biology, Chemistry or Physical Education.

CONSIDER THESE Bachelor of Health Sciences in Dentistry/ Master of Dentistry (P 101)

Bachelor of Pharmacy (Hons) (P 140)

YOUR CAREERDental hygienistDental therapistOral health therapist COURSE URLlatrobe.edu.au/courses/oral-health


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Semester 1 Semester 2Human Biosciences A Human Biosciences BIndividual Determinants of Health Social Determinants of Health

All yearPreclinical Oral Health Practice

Introduction to Oral Health Sciences

YEA

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Semester 1 Semester 2Medicine for Dentistry A Research in DentistryPrinciples of Public Health Practice Oral Medicine, Special Needs Dentistry and Pharmacology

All yearClinical Oral Health Practice

YEA

R 3 Summer and Semester 1

Integrated Oral Health Evidence-Based Oral Health Practice*Adult Dental Therapy*

In this course, you’ll gain the knowledge and clinical skills to practise dentistry. After a grounding in human biosciences, you’ll build your dentistry knowledge covering everything from oral health promotion to endodontics. Get hands-on experience from first year in our award-winning simulation laboratories, before being introduced to patient treatment. During clinical placements, you’ll treat patients around Victoria. Alongside clinical expertise you’ll develop communication and critical thinking skills. You’ll graduate with a Master’s qualification, ready for practice.

Bachelor of Health Sciences in Dentistry/Master of Dentistry


DURATION5 years full-time.

PREREQUISITESVCE Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 35 in any English; and a study score of at least 25 in Biology; and a study score of at least 25 in Chemistry.

CONSIDER THESE Bachelor of Pharmacy (Hons) (P 140)

Bachelor of Applied Science/ Master of Physiotherapy Practice (P 88)

Bachelor of Oral Health Science (P 101)

YOUR CAREERDentist in private or public practiceResearcherDental specialist COURSE URLlatrobe.edu.au/courses/dentistry


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R 1

Semester 1 Semester 2Dental Science A Rural HealthPrinciples of Public Health Practice Dental Science B

All yearPreclinical Oral Health PracticeIntroduction to Oral Health Sciences


YEA

R 2

General Medicine A Medicine for Dentistry

All yearIntroduction to Dental PracticeCraniofacial Growth and DevelopmentDentistry Public Health and Preventive Practice

YEA

R 3

Week 5-50 Semester 2Introduction to Clinical Practice Research in DentistryTreatment Planning and Communication

All yearOral Pathology and Medicine

YEA

R 4 Week 5–50

Dental TheoryFixed ProsthodonticsClinical Dental Practice*

YEA

R 5 Week 3 - 48

Clinical Dental Practice*Dental Practice Theory






Prepare to serve your local community at La Trobe Rural Health School

Study a health degree at our Bendigo, Shepparton, Mildura or Albury-Wodonga campuses and you’ll join the La Trobe Rural Health School (LRHS).

As a LRHS student, you’ll spend the last 18 months of your course in the field, learning practical skills and being taught by industry leaders, as part of our collaboration with local health and human services.


This three-year degree teaches you to foster a society that uses exercise and lifestyle choices to reduce illness and disease. You’ll learn to deliver tailored programs to your community and to evaluate current health trends. You’ll have a number of career opportunities to choose from once you graduate, including working in community health, rehabilitation centres, care agencies and public health services.

Bachelor of Public Health PromotionCAMPUS AND ATARBendigo (ATAR N/P) DURATION3 years full-time or part-time equivalent.

PREREQUISITESVCE Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 30 in English (EAL) or at least 25 in English other than EAL; and a study score of at least 20 in one of Biology, Chemistry, Health and Human Development, any Mathematics, Physical Education or Physics.


Bachelor of Human Nutrition (P 95)

YOUR CAREERCommunity health centresRehabilitation centresPublic health servicesCare agencies COURSE URLlatrobe.edu.au/courses/public-health


YEA


Core first year (see page 82) plus Learning in Health Sciences Core first year (see page 82) plus Human Ecology and Health

YEA

R 2

Semester 1 Semester 2Principles of Public Health Practice Epidemiology for PracticeApplied Health Research Health Education DevelopmentEnvironmental Health Issues Community Health PromotionElective Elective

YEA

R 3

Semester 1 Semester 2Communication Skills in Healthcare Field ExperienceHealth Promotion Program Planning and Evaluation Law and Management in HealthHealth Care Systems Rural HealthElective Elective

This double degree qualifies you to work as an entry level paramedic and public health promotion practitioner. You’ll study public and community health and look at the differences between rural and urban health. As well as developing knowledge specific to paramedic practice, you’ll gain experience through clinical placements in different organisations such as hospitals, Ambulance Victoria and allied, community and primary healthcare settings. You’ll be prepared for roles in emergency, industrial, and community paramedicine. You can also work in the public health sector, creating public policy, building on public health research, and promoting health within communities. If you choose to complete your first year in Albury-Wodonga, Mildura or Shepparton, you’ll transfer to Bendigo for the rest of the degree.

Bachelor of Paramedic Practice/ Bachelor of Public Health Promotion



Mildura (ATAR N/P)



PREREQUISITESVCE Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 30 in English (EAL) or at least 25 in English other than EAL; and a study score of at least 20 in two of Biology, Chemistry, Health and Human Development, any Mathematics, Physical Education, Physics or Psychology.


Bachelor of Public Health Promotion (P 103)

YOUR CAREERAmbulance organisationsCommunity developmentParamedicsPolicy developmentPublic health promotionResearch COURSE URLlatrobe.edu.au/courses/paramedicine


YEA



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Semester 1 Semester 2Introduction to Paramedic Practice Health Education and DevelopmentPrinciples of Public Health Practice Paramedic Management – TraumaIntegrating Evidence into Practice Law and Management in HealthCommunication Skills in Healthcare Foundations of Pharmacology

YEA

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Semester 1 Semester 2Paramedic Medical Management Rural HealthComplex Trauma Management Gerontology and Special NeedsParamedic Cardiac and Respiratory Integrated Medical ManagementHealth Promotion, Planning and Evaluation Integrated Cardiac and Respiratory

YEA

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Semester 1 Semester 2Advanced Mental Health Practice 2 Field ExperienceProfessional Practice Consolidation Advanced Clinical ManagementPaediatrics and Obstetrics for Paramedics Extended Care ParamedicineDeath, Dying and Grief Major Incident Management



http://latrobe.edu.au/courses/public-health

http://latrobe.edu.au/courses/paramedicine



Undergraduate Guide 2018104 | Information technology and engineering

Gain industry experience and start building professional networks while you study. Many of our courses offer Work Integrated Learning (WIL), industry placements and scholarships to help kick-start your career.

We are widely recognised for the highest standard of teaching and project-based learning. Our students are placed with leading technology and engineering organisations. Our partners include federal and state government departments and agencies, multinational corporations, and start-up ventures.


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Course transfer

Start your studies in one course and apply for transfer into another.*




If you are over 21 years of age, you may be eligible to gain entry into a Bachelor of Information Technology based on your work experience – see page 157 for details.

La Trobe Melbourne

Successfully complete a Diploma of IT or complete a Diploma of Engineering with a 60% WAM or above, and get guaranteed entry into second year of a specified Bachelor’s degree – see page 154 for details.

TAFE Diplomas


* Subject to places and course requirements including minimum Weighted Average Mark (WAM).


This is a course designed to ensure you become the new type of engineer that industry demands – adaptable, creative and prepared for emerging disciplines and roles not yet created.

Providing you with the knowledge required by engineers of the future, this degree offers you the option to choose a stream to match your career goals – civil engineering or multidisciplinary engineering.

During the first and second year, you’ll study the fundamentals of civil, mechanical and electrical engineering, combined with aspects of electronics, materials engineering and renewable energy. Your technical knowledge will be further enhanced by subjects covering sustainability, design, innovation and the business of engineering.

Choose the civil engineering stream in third year, and you’ll learn how to manage large-scale projects, test your own construction ideas, and tackle the increasing complexity of civil engineering. As a graduate, you might find yourself applying your knowledge to integrate energy-efficiency solutions into smart buildings, or to improve construction productivity.

Choose the multidisciplinary engineering stream in third year, and you’ll develop expertise in engineering design and management. As a graduate, you’ll be ready to take on dynamic roles across a variety of tasks and responsibilities – such as managing projects, coordinating technical specialists and providing sustainable solutions to deliver products on time.

Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)




PREREQUISITESVCE Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 25 in English (EAL) or at least 20 in English other than EAL; and a study score of at least 20 in one of Maths: Mathematical Methods (any) or Maths: Specialist Mathematics.

CONSIDER THESE Bachelor of Science (P 144)


Bachelor of Computer Science (P 113)

YOUR CAREERCivil engineeringMultidisciplinary engineeringLarge-scale project management Geotechnical engineeringEngineering consulting

Industry options include:- infrastructure - healthcare - manufacturing - resources - government - defence- technology start-ups- construction POPULAR INTERNATIONAL STUDY DESTINATIONSTelecom Sud-Paris (FRANCE)

University of Calgary (CANADA) National University of Singapore (SINGAPORE) Texas Tech University (USA) University of Lund (SWEDEN) COURSE URLlatrobe.edu.au/courses/engineering


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Semester 1 Semester 2Programming for Engineers and Scientists Computer Aided DesignNumber Systems and Linear Algebra Calculus and Differential EquationsPrinciples of Physics A Intro to Electrical and Electronic EngineeringEngineering Design and Problem Solving Mechanics of Solids

YEA

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Semester 1 Semester 2Vector Calculus Systems ModellingIdeas to Innovation Sustainability and Renewable Energy DesignEngineering Materials Business Side of EngineeringFluid Mechanics Engineering Probability and Statistics

YEA

R 3 Semester 1 and 2

Choose civil engineering stream or multidisciplinary streamComplete 8 x level 3 subjects for chosen stream

YEA


Work Integrated Learning or engineering major project or Engineering project and 2 x electives

4 x level 4 subjects for chosen stream

* A Work Integrated Learning opportunity is guaranteed for students on the Bendigo Campus, limited places are available on the Melbourne Campus. You must complete two not-for-credit modules at the beginning of first year: Academic Integrity Module and Wominjeka La Trobe: Indigenous Cultural Literacy for Higher Education. For subject information, enter the subject titles above into our database at: latrobe.edu.au/students/subjects

http://latrobe.edu.au/courses/engineering



Our Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) has been developed in consultation with industry. From civil engineering consultancies to food manufacturers, employers want engineering graduates with adaptable knowledge that transcends traditional engineering boundaries.

Engineering graduate Jackson Renton now works as a site engineer at Leed Engineering, after completing his studies at La Trobe.

‘La Trobe really gets you ready for the workplace. They’ll give you what you need for background and the technical side, but you really get to put it into practice and build up your skills,’ Jackson says.

‘I received a scholarship to study at La Trobe, and got paid work while I was at uni, so that was a huge benefit to me.’

Jackson RentonBachelor of Civil Engineering (Honours)/ Bachelor of Business graduate

What industry thinks … ‘At Keech Australia, we design and manufacture high integrity steel castings for national and international companies across many sectors – from excavation and construction, to transport and defence. We need engineers with multidisciplinary skills and the adaptability to work across a broad range of industries.’

Dr Herbert G. Hermans Chief Executive Officer, Keech Australia

New engineering building for Bendigo Campus The new building will include modern teaching spaces and academic workstations, as well as research spaces designed to attract and maximise industry collaboration.

Scheduled to open in 2018, the new facility reflects La Trobe’s strong commitment to ensuring that engineering graduates have the skills and knowledge they need for a successful career.

Gain real-world engineering experience Gain six months of industry experience with a Work Integrated Learning (WIL) placement. You’ll apply your technical skills and build your industry contacts – all supported by a $10,000 scholarship. Students on the Bendigo Campus have a guaranteed opportunity for WIL. Limited places are available on the Melbourne Campus.


CAMPUS AND ATARMelbourne (ATAR N/P) DURATION3 years full-time or part-time equivalent.


CONSIDER THESE Bachelor of Information Technology (P 110)



Bachelor of Health Sciences (Medical Classification)/ Bachelor of Health Information Management (P 94)

YOUR CAREER Business analysis Project management Systems analysis and development Technology management COURSE URLlatrobe.edu.au/courses/ information-systems

This three-year course is accredited by the Australian Computer Society and gives you an understanding of key business principles along with knowledge in software applications, data analysis, databases and system design. You’ll study financial management, marketing, business law, human resource management and more. Once you graduate, you’ll be ready to bridge the gap between technology and business across a range of organisations.

Bachelor of Business Information Systems


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Semester 1 Semester 2Inside Information Technology Information SystemsProgramming Environment Accounting for Management DecisionsIntroductory Econometrics Marketing: Defined, Planned and DeliveredFoundations of Management Object-Oriented Programming Fundamentals

YEA

R 2

Semester 1 Semester 2Database Fundamentals Information Systems DevelopmentOrganisational Behaviour Web Development on the CloudInternet Client Engineering Year 2 core choice subjectYear 2 core choice subject Year 2 core choice subject

YEA

R 3

Semester 1 Semester 2Database Management Systems Professional EnvironmentIndustry Project A Industry Project BComputer science elective Management core choice unitComputer science elective Computer science elective


http://latrobe.edu.au/courses/information-systems

http://latrobe.edu.au/courses/information-systems



Every year, our graduating computer science, information technology and engineering students present their projects to industry, academics and their peers at the annual Engineering and IT Showcase.

Past students have created everything from a self-transforming mobile robot and a climate prediction tool, to an event-driven social media platform and app technology that gives customers pricing specials in-store.


We’ve designed our Bachelor of Information Technology by bringing together the insights of industry and academics, to keep you at the forefront of technology.

Your subjects will cover social and ethical issues such as computer hacking, software piracy and security breaches along with IT fundamentals that will strengthen your ability to develop ideas and devise innovative solutions. You’ll also gain skills in project management, project estimation, documentation and report evaluation to prepare you for the modern business environment.

Your IT studies will include web, software and mobile development, IT systems analysis, design, programming and networking. In these classes you’ll develop an understanding of infrastructure technology, planning and management,

and develop ways to understand systems and implement technical programs including e-commerce, data systems and mobile applications. You’ll also have the opportunity to gain industry-standard certificates with CISCO and Microsoft as part of your degree.

Once you graduate, you’ll be ready to manage communication between upper management and technology specialists and be prepared for a range of career opportunities including software engineering, web development, technology management and analyst programming. Your skills could also be applied to domain-specific, problem-solving sectors such as banking, marketing, transportation and education.



Sydney (ATAR 50.00)



CONSIDER THESE Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (P 106)



Bachelor of Science – major in Information Technology (P 144)

Bachelor of Arts/ Bachelor of Science – major in Information Technology (P 136)

Bachelor of Business Information Systems (P 108)

YOUR CAREERSystems analysisAnalyst programmingDatabase managementSoftware engineering and strategyTechnology managementWeb developmentSystems marketing

POPULAR INTERNATIONAL STUDY DESTINATIONSCity University of Hong Kong (HONG KONG) Tecnologico de Monterrey (MEXICO) University of Windsor (CANADA) University of North Carolina (USA) Jonkoping Business School (SWEDEN) COURSE URLlatrobe.edu.au/courses/ information-technology

Sample course structure - Melbourne Campus

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Semester 1 Semester 2Inside Information Technology Information SystemsProgramming Environment Object-Oriented Programming FundamentalsData-Based Critical Thinking Second major or electiveSecond major or elective Second major or elective

YEA

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Semester 1 Semester 2Discrete Mathematics IS DevelopmentIntermediate Object-Oriented Programming IT or computer science electiveDatabase Fundamentals Second major or electiveSecond major or elective Second major or elective

YEA

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Semester 1 Semester 2Industry Project A Industry Project BIT or computer science elective Professional EnvironmentSecond major or elective IT or computer science electiveSecond major or elective Second major or elective


Bachelor of Information Technology

http://latrobe.edu.au/courses/information-technology




Find your X factorInformation technology is a rapidly developing industry that thrives on creativity and innovation.

Digital disruption also means that advanced computer skills will become a normal part of every job – even those outside of the IT profession. That’s why we’re preparing our graduates with more than just the technical skills.

Combine your IT skills with your passionStudy our Bachelor of Information Technology at our Melbourne Campus and you’ll have the opportunity to combine IT with your passion by taking a second major (or specialisation) from a different area of study including arts, business and psychology. This flexible course structure allows you to tailor your degree to your interests and diversify your professional skills.

You could combine computer networks with crime, justice and legal studies and pursue a career in cybersecurity, or you could pair web development with media arts and create your own social media platform – the opportunities are endless!

For a full list of secondary majors available, see our Bachelor of Arts (page 22), and Bachelor of Commerce (page 60).

You’ll work with IT representatives from our partner organisations to deliver industry-based projects and have access to work experience opportunities that can count towards your degree. This means you’ll graduate with a professional network and have the skills industry are looking for right now.

Degree supports Ali’s passion for technology

From the moment Ali Abdul Karim first used a computer, he wanted to learn more about technology and pursue a career in the field.

When it came to choosing a university, Ali says he was impressed by the flexible nature of La Trobe’s Bachelor of Information Technology, which is now propelling him towards his ambition to become an IT project manager.

During the course, Ali travelled to a student forum in China, led group projects, learned from industry professionals, and worked both as a tutor and lab administrator.

‘These experiences have enriched my learning in all the right areas, providing the perfect foundation for ultimately getting the job I want.’

Ali Abdul KarimBachelor of Information Technology (Honours) graduate

Growth opportunities for graduates Graduates of the Bachelor of Information Technology can go on to specialised postgraduate studies with the Master of Cybersecurity or Master of Data Science – two emerging fields of employment with high demand for IT professionals.

THE BACHELOR OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY AT OUR MELBOURNE AND BENDIGO CAMPUSES IS

ACCREDITEDBY THE AUSTRALIAN COMPUTER SOCIETY, SO EMPLOYERS CAN BE ASSURED OF OUR

PROGRAM’S STRENGTH.

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700,000 + ICT PROFESSIONALS WILL BE REQUIRED IN THE

AUSTRALIAN ECONOMY BY 2020, WITH THE SECTOR GROWING AT WELL ABOVE THE NATIONAL AVERAGE

(Tomorrow’s Digitally Enabled Workforce, CSIRO, January 2016).


This degree program incorporates the opportunity for a full year of work experience in the IT industry. Students studying at our Bendigo Campus will be supported by a scholarship. Your IT studies will be complemented by business subjects like marketing, finance and economics. Once you graduate, you’ll be ready to work in web development, programming, and software engineering, or in research roles in AI, app development or gaming.

Accredited by the Australian Computer Society, our Bachelor of Computer Science looks into the complex set of processes behind the huge range of tasks that computers perform. You’ll establish expertise in programming languages such as C++ and Java, and develop an in-depth understanding of software analysis and design, databases, artificial intelligence, computer architecture, networks, mobile computing and cloud technology. If you have successfully completed a relevant qualification, such as a Diploma of Information Technology (Networking), with one of our VET/TAFE partners, you may receive Advanced Standing. See latrobe.edu.au/pathways for more details.

Sample course structure - Bendigo

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Semester 1 Semester 2Inside Information Technology Information SystemsProgramming Environment Object-Oriented Programming FundamentalsDiscrete Mathematics Web DevelopmentYear 1 business subject Year 1 business subject

YEA

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Semester 1 Semester 2Information Systems Development Database FundamentalsIntermediate Object-Oriented Programming Object-Oriented Application DevelopmentYear 2 business subject Professional EnvironmentYear 2 business subject Computer Networks

YEA


Industry Based Learning A Industry Based Learning B

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Semester 1Minor ProjectYear 3 information technology subjectYear 3 business subjectYear 3 elective


YEA

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Semester 1 Semester 2Number Systems and Linear Algebra Intermediate Object-Oriented ProgrammingObject-Oriented Programming Fundamentals Algebra, Linear Codes and AutomataDiscrete Mathematics Object-Oriented Programming Using C++Year 1 elective Year 1 elective

YEA

R 2

Semester 1 Semester 2Algorithms and Data Structures Artificial Intelligence FundamentalsDatabase Fundamentals System Design Engineering FundamentalsYear 2 computer science elective Year 2 computer science electiveYear 2 elective Year 2 elective

YEA

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Semester 1 Semester 2System Design and Methodologies Professional EnvironmentIndustry Project 3A Industry Project 3B

Year 3 computer science elective Operating Systems and Computer Architecture

Year 3 elective Year 3 elective

Bachelor of Information Technology (Professional)

Bachelor of Computer Science


Bendigo (ATAR N/P)


PREREQUISITESMinimum ATAR 80.00. VCE Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 25 in English (EAL) or at least 20 in English other than EAL; and a study score of at least 20 in any Mathematics.

CONSIDER THESE Bachelor of Information Technology (P 110)

Bachelor of Business Information Systems (P 108)


Bachelor of Health Sciences (Medical Classification)/ Bachelor of Health Information Management (P 94)


YOUR CAREERSystems analysisAnalyst programmingSoftware engineering and strategy Technology managementWeb developmentApp developmentGamingArtificial Intelligence COURSE URLlatrobe.edu.au/courses/ information-technology



PREREQUISITES VCE Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 25 in English (EAL) or at least 20 in English other than EAL; and a study score of at least 20 in one of Maths: Mathematical Methods (any) or Maths: Specialist Mathematics.

CONSIDER THESE Bachelor of Commerce/ Bachelor of Computer Science (P 63)


Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (P 106)

YOUR CAREERAnalyst programming Database engineering Developer programming Multimedia and games development Security and networks Systems analysis COURSE URLlatrobe.edu.au/courses/ computer-science



http://latrobe.edu.au/pathways





http://latrobe.edu.au/courses/computer-science

Undergraduate Guide 2018114 | Law and criminology

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The La Trobe Law School offers an innovative, high-quality legal education with a strong commitment to social justice and interdisciplinary enquiry.

Gain practical experience while completing your degree: work with a community legal centre or a private law firm, take part in an international mooting competition, or be mentored by a magistrate. Our courses give you opportunities to practise what you learn so you graduate ready for work in a global legal economy.





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Course transfer

You can transfer into a law degree after one or two years of study with Advanced Standing.*

Graduate entry

Complete any undergraduate degree and apply for our graduate entry course.*

* Subject to places and course requirements including minimum Weighted Average Mark (WAM).






Bachelor of Laws/ Bachelor of Criminology (P 122)

Bachelor of Psychological Science (P 143)

YOUR CAREERCorrectionsCrime prevention and advocacyForensicsGovernmentCustoms and border protectionIntelligence

Policing (with additional qualifications)

Public policy development

INTERNATIONAL PARTNER UNIVERSITIESOrebro University (SWEDEN)

University of Oslo (NORWAY)

Texas Tech University (USA) Chinese University (HONG KONG)

Universitas Pelita Harapan (INDONESIA)

University of Calgary (CANADA)

University of Carleton (CANADA)

University of Windsor (CANADA) COURSE URLlatrobe.edu.au/courses/ crime-justice-and-legal-studies

If you’re interested in pursuing a career in criminal justice and associated fields, such as policing, corrections, juvenile justice, crime prevention and advocacy, intelligence, forensics and customs, this degree has been designed for you. It takes an interdisciplinary approach and equips you with the flexibility to undertake a wide variety of job opportunities in the criminal justice sector.

As a criminology student, you’ll be introduced to key issues in relation to crime and criminal justice and to the connection between the criminal justice system and social issues within our communities. You’ll examine all aspects of the justice system, such as policing, sentencing and corrections, forensics, research, and policy development,

and develop innovative solutions to economic, social and environmental challenges that impact on the criminal justice system.

By third year, you’ll be ready to take on work placement and put your knowledge into practice. About 25 per cent of our crime, justice and legal studies students have gone on to work where they completed their placements, so this could offer an important kick-start to your career.

Our interdisciplinary approach means we’ve integrated sociology, gender studies and Aboriginal studies into our curriculum so you’ll graduate well-rounded and ready to enter employment in a variety of fields.


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Semester 1 Semester 2Dispute Resolution Criminal Law for Criminal Justice ProfessionalsLegal Institutions and Methods From Prisons to Detention Centres: Interrogating ContainmentLaw, Order and Justice Understanding CrimeElective Elective

YEA

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Semester 1 Semester 2Victimology Law and Practice of Customs and Border ProtectionSentencing and Corrections Policing, Society and DemocracyIntroduction to Forensic Psychology and the Law Introduction to Forensic Science and the LawArts elective Arts elective

YEA

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Semester 1 Semester 2Introduction to Socio-Legal and Political Research Criminal Law, Ethics and AccountabilityInternational Criminal Law Law, Policy and CommunityCriminology elective Criminology electiveArts elective Arts elective


Bachelor of Criminology


http://latrobe.edu.au/courses/crime-justice-and-legal-studies


‘I enjoy learning about the more practical aspects of criminology and I really enjoy how much more hands-on it is.

When I went to the La Trobe Open Day, I spoke to the Law School staff who were incredibly open and passionate. This helped me a lot, and helped me decide to apply for the criminology degree.

One of the things I’ve enjoyed about the criminology degree so far, is learning about crime and understanding what causes it. Understanding offenders and their psychology has been really interesting and I’m looking forward to learning more about this.

I’m particularly looking forward to the subjects on forensics. The police process really fascinates me, and this will be something really interesting to learn more about.

Criminology is great because there are so many opportunities professionally once you graduate. Eventually, I would like to be a detective either in Melbourne or Sydney and work for the police force.’

Lateisha Kathleen HayesBachelor of Laws/ Bachelor of Criminology student

International experiencesWe partner with universities in Sweden, Norway, the USA, Hong Kong, Indonesia and Canada (see page 116). By participating in overseas exchange you’ll be exposed to a completely different legal system and perhaps a completely different culture. The knowledge you acquire on exchange will be an advantage if you intend to seek work overseas or for an international company.

La Trobe has a 45-year history in teaching crime, justice and legal studies. Ours is the only Bachelor of Criminology in Victoria to include forensics as a core component.

Work placementsAs a criminology student, you are encouraged to apply your knowledge in a workplace through our Work Integrated Learning (WIL) program.

The third year elective Legal Studies Workplace Competence provides you with an exciting opportunity to apply your knowledge and skills in a real workplace setting.

Past placements have been in law firms, community-based support and advocacy organisations, in research policy development, community corrections, Indigenous support services, Victoria Police and even the Supreme Court of Victoria Registry. Students have also completed overseas placements with international organisations.

Projects have focused on issues such as family violence, child custody, the emotional wellbeing of emergency services workers, cybercrime and pre-trial custody welfare.

Many projects produce research, reports and other tools that are used in an ongoing manner by workplaces and the wider community – a very rewarding outcome for students. In addition, approximately 25 per cent of our students find graduate employment through their WIL placement.

‘You will meet and work with lawyers and scholars here who will broaden your perspective and stretch the frontiers of your knowledge.’

Professor Patrick Keyzer Head of La Trobe Law School

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Semester 1 Semester 2Dispute Resolution Principles of Criminal LawLegal Institutions and Methods Principles of Public LawNon-law elective Non-law electiveNon-law elective Non-law elective

YEA

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Semester 1 Semester 2Contract Law A Contract Law BPrinciples of Tort Law Principles of Constitutional LawNon-law elective Non-law electiveNon-law elective Non-law elective

YEA

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Semester 1 Semester 2Evidence and Criminal Procedure Civil ProcedureFoundations of Property Law Real Property LawStatutory Interpretation Law electiveLaw elective Law elective

YEA

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Semester 1 Semester 2Company Law Principles of Administrative LawPrinciples of Equity and Trusts RemediesLaw elective Legal Practice and ConductLaw elective Law elective


Bendigo (ATAR N/P)


PREREQUISITESVCE Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 30 in English (EAL) or at least 25 In English other than EAL. CONSIDER THESE Bachelor of Commerce/ Bachelor of Laws (P 126)

Bachelor of Laws/Bachelor of Arts (P 120)

Bachelor of Laws/ Bachelor of Criminology (P 122)


YOUR CAREERSolicitorBarristerJudge’s associateLitigation managerPatent attorneyLecturerRegulatorCorporate lawyerLegal policy officerIndustrial relations officerImmigration officerTaxation officerMinisterial, legal or policy adviserCompliance officer

INTERNATIONAL STUDY OPPORTUNITIESWinter school at Shanghai University Law SchoolSemester exchange (P 119) COURSE URLlatrobe.edu.au/courses/law


As a law student you’ll study the law in its broad social, political and economic context, gain practical experience in areas like advocacy and mediation, have opportunities to work with judges and magistrates, and undertake clinical legal education placements.

You’ll also get the benefit of small-group teaching in tutorials and seminars, and assessment tasks designed to develop your problem-solving, communication and public speaking skills. We prepare you for employment in a global economy by offering opportunities to take electives with an international focus and facilitating overseas study opportunities.

Our graduates are known for their practical experience gained through learning experiences such as judicial mentoring, mooting and simulated role-plays.

Our mooting team participates in international competitions, so you can demonstrate your knowledge while building connections with lawyers, judges and academics from around the world. You may also choose to attend our winter school at Shanghai University Law School, and be introduced to the basic concepts and structure of Chinese law.

This course satisfies the academic requirements for admission to the legal profession in Victoria.

Bachelor of Laws

http://latrobe.edu.au/courses/law



The La Trobe Law School is the third-oldest law school in Victoria. We have 25 years’ experience producing work-ready graduates who have gone on to positions in top tier law firms, the Victorian Bar, judicial administration, government and corporate bodies, Victoria Legal Aid, community legal services and public interest advocacy groups.

Clinical legal education partners

Whittlesea Community Legal Centre

International partnersAs a law student you’ll have the opportunity to study overseas at one of our international partner universities. The Law School partners with Orebro University in Sweden, University of Oslo in

Hong Kong, Universitas Pelita Harapan in Indonesia and three universities in Canada: University of Calgary, University of Carleton and University of Windsor.

OUR

CLINICAL LEGAL

EDUCATION PROGRAM

GIVES YOU THE OPPORTUNITY TO SERVE THE COMMUNITY WHILE

ENRICHING YOUR UNDERSTANDING OF LEGAL THEORY, EXPERIENCING

LAW IN PRACTICE AND GAINING ACADEMIC CREDIT.

WE’RE THE

FIRST UNIVERSITY

TO PARTNER WITH AUSTRALIAN LAWYERS FOR HUMAN RIGHTS

(ALHR).

YOU CAN CHOOSE A FROM

WIDE RANGEOF NON-LAW SUBJECTS

TO COMPLEMENT AND ENHANCE YOUR LAW STUDIES.

CHOOSE FROM

8 DIFFERENTDOUBLE DEGREE OPTIONS WITHIN THE LAW SCHOOL.

CONSIDER A DOUBLE DEGREEA double degree will allow you to specialise in another area of interest complementary to your law studies. Law double degrees are only five years in duration (full-time), and when you graduate you’ll have two qualifications and be more employable.

La Trobe offers the following law double degrees:

• Bachelor of Commerce/ Bachelor of Laws (P 126)

• Bachelor of Laws/Bachelor of Arts (P 120)

• Bachelor of Laws/Bachelor of Business (P 121)

• Bachelor of Laws/Bachelor of Criminology (P 122)

• Bachelor of Laws/Bachelor of International Relations (P 123)

• Bachelor of Laws/Bachelor of Media and Communication (P 124)

• Bachelor of Laws/Bachelor of Psychological Science (P 124)

• Bachelor of Laws/Bachelor of Science (P 125)


This combined five-year degree prepares you to take advantage of today’s rapidly evolving work environment, giving you a legal education with a global and social justice perspective.

The Bachelor of Laws satisfies the academic requirements for admission to the legal profession in Victoria, and the Bachelor of Arts provides added knowledge and expertise in disciplines like politics, media studies and languages. See note for Bendigo students on page 121.

Bachelor of Laws/Bachelor of Arts


Bendigo (ATAR N/P)


PREREQUISITESVCE Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 30 in English (EAL) or at least 25 In English other than EAL.

CONSIDER THESE Bachelor of Laws/Bachelor of Psychological Science (P124)

Bachelor of Laws/Bachelor of Media and Communication (P 124)

Bachelor of Laws/Bachelor of International Relations (P 123)

YOUR CAREERPrivate legal practiceGovernmentMediaPoliticsNot-for-profit COURSE URLlatrobe.edu.au/courses/law


YEA

R 1

Semester 1 Semester 2Dispute Resolution Principles of Criminal LawLegal Institutions and Methods Principles of Public LawArts core: Rethinking our Humanity Arts core: Ideas that Shook the WorldArts major subject Arts major subject

YEA

R 2

Semester 1 Semester 2Contract Law A Contract Law BPrinciples of Tort Law Principles of Constitutional LawArts core: Engagement and Employability Arts core: Humanities CountsArts major subject Arts elective

YEA

R 3

Semester 1 Semester 2Foundations of Property Law Civil ProcedureStatutory Interpretation Real Property LawArts core: Social Research Methods Arts electiveArts major subject Law elective

YEA

R 4

Semester 1 Semester 2Evidence and Criminal Procedure Principles of Administrative LawArts major subject Arts major subjectCompany Law Arts electiveLaw elective Law elective

YEA


Principles of Equity and Trusts Legal Practice and ConductArts elective RemediesLaw elective Law electiveArts major subject Arts major subject


‘I chose to study my law degree at La Trobe University because of their strong social justice focus. This was very apparent through the internships they offer, and especially now they are the only university to partner with Australian Lawyers for Human Rights.

In 2016 I completed a 16-week internship with the Asylum Seeker Resource Centre (ASRC) and gained invaluable skills and knowledge. The legal program at the ASRC assists asylum seekers across a range of legal needs.

During my placement La Trobe students assisted clients who had arrived by boat with completing their application for a temporary protection visa. This meant completing a large form, as well as a Statement of Claim, which outlined the client’s reasons for seeking asylum.

This not only gave us a clear insight into the desperate circumstances of asylum seekers, but enabled us to engage with skills needed when working with vulnerable people.’

Rose Clayton Bachelor of Laws /Bachelor of Arts student




Bachelor of Laws/Bachelor of Business




CONSIDER THESE Bachelor of Laws (P 118)

Bachelor of Laws/Bachelor of Arts (P 120)

Bachelor of Laws/Bachelor of Psychological Science (P 124)

YOUR CAREERBanking and finance lawIncome taxation lawGlobal business law COURSE URLlatrobe.edu.au/courses/law


YEA

R 1

Semester 1 Semester 2Dispute Resolution Principles of Criminal LawLegal Institutions and Methods Principles of Public LawAccounting and Finance for Business Business AnalyticsBusiness Foundations Business Economics

YEA

R 2

Semester 1 Semester 2Contract Law A Contract Law BPrinciples of Tort Law Principles of Constitutional LawBusiness major subject Business major subjectSustainability Business elective

YEA

R 3

Semester 1 Semester 2Foundations of Property Law Civil ProcedureStatutory Interpretation Real Property LawBusiness major subject Business major subjectBusiness major subject Business major subject

YEA

R 4

Semester 1 Semester 2Evidence and Criminal Procedure Principles of Administrative LawBusiness major subject EntrepreneurshipLaw elective Business major subjectLaw elective Business elective

YEA


Company Law Legal Practice and ConductPrinciples of Equity and Trusts RemediesLaw elective Law elective

You must complete two not-for-credit modules at the beginning of first year: Academic Integrity Module and Wominjeka La Trobe: Indigenous Cultural Literacy for Higher Education. For subject information, enter the subject titles above into our database at latrobe.edu.au/students/subjects

‘I chose to study at La Trobe because I wanted to stay in regional Victoria. The Campus is nice and smaller class sizes seemed to provide more opportunity for assistance from tutorial teachers.

I have always had a strong urge to stand up for others and advocate for just and fair outcomes in all situations so a profession in law suited me perfectly! In a world where career changes are becoming more frequent, I chose to also study business as a double degree to give me greater opportunities for the future.

Studying law has made me more aware of the underlying operations that govern our community while my studies in business have allowed me to think seriously about my future potential as a business leader. Both my degrees have given me the drive to want to change things. I want my degree to allow me to make a difference in someone’s life.

I hope my degree will lead me into a future of success, not only as a lawyer, but hopefully as a business owner.’

Natasha Romas Bachelor of Laws/ Bachelor of Business student

Combine a foundation in business with a professional legal qualification. This five-year double degree will equip you with the fundamentals of business, economics and finance as well as skills and knowledge for legal practice. Understand how business and law intersect in areas such as banking and finance law, income taxation law and global business law. You’ll graduate ready for careers in corporate and not-for-profit organisations, governance and public policy. See note for Bendigo students below.


Note for Bendigo students

Only the first two years of the Bachelor of Laws (and first year only of the Graduate Entry program) are offered in Bendigo.

While it is possible to arrange long-distance learning, we recommend transferring to the Melbourne Campus to complete your degree with a wider selection of subjects. Law electives are also available by intensive delivery in Melbourne in the Summer and Winter semesters.

Bendigo students enrolled in a law double degree will have some limitations on majors available. Please refer to the University Handbook for further information: latrobe.edu.au/handbook




This double degree combines a professional qualification in law with a criminology degree – offering an innovative legal education with a strong global and social justice perspective. We place emphasis on real-life experiences such as Work Integrated Learning (WIL) opportunities, professional work placements and advocacy within the community.

This course will prepare you for a career in criminal law, including providing advocacy for ex-prisoners and at-risk youth, conducting research, developing and reviewing public policy, and preventing crime in the community sector. You can also work in corrections and in government departments including justice, border protection and customs. See note for Bendigo students on page 121.

This graduate degree builds your legal knowledge from a global and social justice perspective and develops your skills in critical thinking, analysis, advocacy, mediation and negotiation. Get practical experience through supervised legal work at the La Trobe Law Clinic or internships, and access Summer and Winter semester electives and international study opportunities. This course satisfies the academic requirements for admission to the legal profession in Victoria. See note for Bendigo students on page 121.

Bachelor of Laws/Bachelor of Criminology

Bachelor of Laws (Graduate Entry)




CONSIDER THESE Bachelor of Laws (P 118)

Bachelor of Criminology (P 116)

Bachelor of Laws/ Bachelor of Arts (P 120) YOUR CAREERCriminal lawCorrectionsAdvocacy for ex-prisoners and at-risk youthPublic policy development Community crime prevention Policing (with additional qualifications)

Customs and border protection COURSE URL latrobe.edu.au/courses/ crime-justice-and-legal-studies


Bendigo (ATAR — )


PREREQUISITESBachelor degree

YOUR CAREERLitigation managementDispute resolutionMinisterial advice COURSE URLlatrobe.edu.au/courses/law


YEA

R 1

Semester 1 Semester 2Legal Institutions and Methods Principles of Criminal LawDispute Resolution Principles of Public LawPrinciples of Tort Law Principles of Constitutional LawContract Law A Contract Law B

YEA

R 2

Semester 1 Semester 2Foundations of Property Law Real Property LawEvidence and Criminal Procedure Civil ProcedureStatutory Interpretation Law electiveLaw elective Law elective

YEA

R 3

Semester 1 Semester 2Company Law Principles of Administrative LawPrinciples of Equity and Trusts RemediesLaw elective Legal Practice and ConductLaw elective Law elective


YEA

R 1

Semester 1 Semester 2Dispute Resolution Principles of Criminal LawLegal Institutions and Methods From Prisons to Detention Centres: Interrogating ContainmentLaw, Order and Justice Understanding CrimeContracts Law A Principles of Public Law

YEA

R 2

Semester 1 Semester 2Victimology Police, Society and DemocracySentencing and Corrections Principles of Constitutional LawIntroduction to Forensic Psychology and the Law Introduction to Forensic Science and the LawPrinciples of Tort Law Contracts Law B

YEA

R 3

Semester 1 Semester 2Introduction to Socio-Legal and Political Research Criminal Law, Ethics and AccountabilityInternational Criminal Law Law, Policy and CommunityStatutory Interpretation Criminology electiveFoundations of Property Law Real Property Law

YEA

R 4

Semester 1 Semester 2Evidence and Criminal Procedure Administrative LawCriminology elective Civil ProcedureCriminology elective Law and Practice of Customs and Border ProtectionLaw elective Law elective

YEA


Principles of Equity and Trusts Legal Practice and ConductCompany Law RemediesLaw elective Law electiveLaw elective Law elective









This double degree gives you a law qualification with a global perspective. You’ll combine an understanding of sociology, the global economy, diplomacy and modern political thought with law fundamentals, and have the opportunity to develop and apply practical skills through our law clinic, practical placements and international programs.


You’ll be a part of La Trobe’s leading international relations program, with an emphasis on international policy development and real-world examples. This will be complemented by a law program that prepares you for employment in a global economy by offering electives with an international focus and facilitating overseas study opportunities.

You’ll be able to join mooting teams and build worldwide connections while participating in international competitions. You’ll also have the opportunity to attend our winter school at Shanghai University Law School, and be introduced to the basic concepts and structure of Chinese law.

Bachelor of Laws/Bachelor of International Relations




CONSIDER THESE Bachelor of Laws/Bachelor of Arts (P 120)

Bachelor of Laws (P 118)


YOUR CAREERGovernment and non-government organisationsCommunity sectorsPrivate law firms COURSE URL latrobe.edu.au/courses/law


YEA

R 1

Semester 1 Semester 2Dispute Resolution Principles of Criminal LawLegal Institutions and Methods Principles of Public LawInternational Relations Induction Seminar States, Security and International RelationsInternational relations elective International relations elective

YEA

R 2

Semester 1 Semester 2Contract Law A Contract Law BPrinciples of Tort Law Principles of Constitutional LawInternational Law and Organisations Deliberation, Participation, StatecraftTheories of World Politics International relations elective

YEA

R 3

Semester 1 Semester 2Foundations of Property Law Civil ProcedureStatutory Interpretation Real Property LawInternational relations elective Law electiveInternational relations elective International relations elective

YEA

R 4

Semester 1 Semester 2Evidence and Criminal Procedure Principles of Administrative LawLaw elective Law electiv electiveLaw elective Issues in World PoliticsInternational relations elective International relations elective

YEA


Company Law Legal Practice and ConductPrinciples of Equity and Trusts RemediesLaw elective Law electiveInternational relations elective International relations elective


‘When I stumbled upon the Bachelor of International Relations on VTAC, I discovered that it involved all the things I was looking for in a degree – global perspective, politics with analysis of both past and current events, and issues looking into the future.

I began in the Bachelor of International Relations and then transferred into the double law/international relations degree at the end of my first year.

I participated in the 2014 Australia-China Student Forum, run by the Confucius Institute in conjunction with La Trobe University and partner universities in China. I worked with both Chinese and Australian students looking at issues of technology, culture and change, here in Melbourne and then again in Beijing, where I also attended special lectures at the prestigious Beijing University.

It was only a short course, but the memories and experiences will stay with me forever.’

Karisma Takah Bachelor of Laws/ Bachelor of International Relations and Diploma of Languages (Japanese) student

Texas Tech University, International study opportunity.




This five-year double degree prepares you to work in fields where law, psychology and mental health intersect. This includes legal work in fields such as family law, criminal law and elder law. You’ll gain skills and knowledge to take into management, research, marketing, teaching, counselling and recruitment and learn about the biological and social aspects of behaviour. We offer a variety of specialised psychology subjects and access to leading researchers.

See note for Bendigo students on page 121. This course satisfies the academic requirements for admission to the legal profession in Victoria.

Bachelor of Laws/Bachelor of Psychological Science


Bendigo (ATAR N/P)



CONSIDER THESE Bachelor of Laws/ Bachelor of Science (P 125)

Bachelor of Psychology (Hons) (P 142)

Bachelor of Psychological Science (P 143)

Bachelor of Science (P 144) YOUR CAREERManagementResearchMarketingCounsellingPractising law COURSE URLlatrobe.edu.au/courses/law


YEA

R 1

Semester 1 Semester 2Dispute Resolution Principles of Criminal LawLegal Institutions and Methods Principles of Public LawExperimental Foundations of Psychological Science Clinical Foundations of Psychological ScienceHistory, Philosophy and Methodology of Psychological Science Statistics for Psychology

YEA

R 2

Semester 1 Semester 2Contract Law A Contract Law BPrinciples of Tort Law Principles of Constitutional LawPsychological Research Methods Developmental PsychologyCognition Abnormal, Clinical and Health Psychology

YEA

R 3

Semester 1 Semester 2Foundations of Property Law Civil ProcedureStatutory Interpretation Real Property LawLaw elective Mental Disorder and Criminal ResponsibilityPsychological Assessment Social Psychology

YEA

R 4

Semester 1 Semester 2Evidence and Criminal Procedure Principles of Administrative LawLaw elective Law electiveResearch in Psychology A Psychological InterventionsPsychology elective Research in Psychology B

YEA

R 5

Semester 1 Semester 2Company Law Legal Practice and ConductPrinciples of Equity and Trusts RemediesLaw elective Law electivePsychology elective Psychology elective


This double degree offers an innovative, high-quality legal education with a global and social justice perspective, and an emphasis on practical media and communications experience. You’ll have the opportunity to choose from approved elective subjects from the Master of Laws in Global Business Law. You’ll complete a major in media industries, journalism or public relations, and be prepared to work in law and/or media across different platforms and industries. Put your learning into practice by recognising the connection between media and the law and tackling issues such as intellectual property and privacy. This course satisfies the academic requirements for admission to the legal profession in Victoria.

Bachelor of Laws/Bachelor of Media and Communication






Bachelor of Media and Communication (P 30)

YOUR CAREERMedia and communications lawJournalismStrategic advisor to companies and regulatory bodies COURSE URLlatrobe.edu.au/courses/law


YEA

R 1

Semester 1 Semester 2Legal Institutions and Methods Principles of Criminal LawDispute Resolution Principles of Public LawMedia major subject or media elective Writing for MediaMedia major subject or media elective Media major subject or media elective

YEA

R 2

Semester 1 Semester 2Contract Law A Contract Law BPrinciples of Tort Law Principles of Constitutional LawUsing Social Media Media major subject or media electiveMedia major subject Media major subject or media elective

YEA

R 3

Semester 1 Semester 2Foundations of Property Law Civil ProcedureStatutory Interpretation Real Property LawLaw elective Intellectual Property LawMedia major subject or media elective Media Laws and Ethics

YEA

R 4

Semester 1 Semester 2Evidence and Criminal Procedure Principles of Administrative LawProfessional Internship Law electiveLaw elective Media major subject or media electiveMedia major subject or media elective Media major subject or media elective

YEA


Company Law Legal Practice and ConductPrinciples of Equity and Trusts RemediesMedia major subject or elective Media major subject or electiveLaw elective Law elective







This five-year degree opens up a range of job opportunities across areas including stem cell research, genetics and climate change. Our law degree has a strong focus on global and social justice, while the science component can be tailored to your interests from areas including botany, computer science, psychology, chemistry and physics. This course satisfies the academic requirements for admission to the legal profession in Victoria. See note for Bendigo students on page 121.

Bachelor of Laws/Bachelor of Science


Bendigo (ATAR N/P)


PREREQUISITESVCE Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 30 in English (EAL) or at least 25 in English other than EAL; and a study score of at least 20 in any Mathematics.

CONSIDER THESE Bachelor of Laws/Bachelor of Psychological Science (P 124)


Bachelor of Science (P 144)

YOUR CAREERScientific and industrial ethicsRegulatory affairsEnvironmental protectionPolicy developmentPractising law COURSE URLlatrobe.edu.au/courses/law


YEA

R 1

Semester 1 Semester 2Dispute Resolution Principles of Criminal LawLegal Institutions and Methods Principles of Public LawScience major subject Science major subjectScience elective Science elective

YEA

R 2

Semester 1 Semester 2Contract Law A Contract Law BPrinciples of Tort Law Principles of Constitutional LawScience major subject Science major subjectScience elective Science elective

YEA

R 3

Semester 1 Semester 2Foundations of Property Law Civil ProcedureStatutory Interpretation Real Property LawEvidence and Criminal Procedure Law electiveScience elective Law elective

YEA

R 4

Semester 1 Semester 2Company Law Principles of Administrative LawPrinciples of Equity and Trusts Legal Practice and ConductLaw elective RemediesLaw elective Law elective

YEA

R 5

Semester 1 Semester 2Science major subject Science major subjectScience major subject Science electiveScience elective Science electiveLaw elective Law elective







PREREQUISITESEnglish Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 30 in English (EAL) or 25 in English other than EAL. Applicants with comparable qualifications may be considered. A limited number of students may also be considered under special entry schemes.


Bachelor of Laws/ Bachelor of Business (P 121)


YOUR CAREERBanking and finance lawIncome taxation lawGlobal business lawCorporate lawBusiness consultancyInvestment banking COURSE URLlatrobe.edu.au/courses/law

One of our most popular double degrees, the Bachelor of Commerce/Bachelor of Laws combines studies in accounting, economics, finance, management and marketing with a thorough knowledge of the law. You’ll graduate with an understanding of how business and law intersect in areas such as banking, finance, income taxation and global business law.

Your studies in commerce will involve internships, practicums, case studies, travel tours, company visits and professional industry-led seminars. In your legal studies you’ll develop skills in critical thinking, analysis, advocacy, commercial law, mediation and negotiation. This combination of knowledge and skills will prepare you for a career in corporate and not-for-profit organisations, business consultancies, investment banking, government or public policy.


YEA

R 1

Semester 1 Semester 2Business Foundations Business AnalyticsAccounting and Finance for Business Commerce major core subject*Legal Institutions and Methods Business EconomicsDispute Resolution Principles of Public Law

YEA

R 2

Semester 1 Semester 2Contract Law A SustainabilityPrinciples of Tort Law Principles of Criminal LawCommerce major core subject* Contract Law BCommerce major core subject* Commerce major core subject*

YEA

R 3

Semester 1 Semester 2Statutory Interpretation Principles of Constitutional LawFoundations of Property Law Civil ProcedureCommerce major core subject* Real Property LawCommerce major core subject* Commerce major core subject*

YEA

R 4

Semester 1 Semester 2Evidence and Criminal Procedure Year 3 business elective

Law elective EntrepreneurshipProfessional Practice in Business Principles of Administrative LawYear 3 commerce major Law elective from commercial list

YEA

R 5


Company Law Legal Practice and ConductPrinciples of Equity and Trusts RemediesYear 2 or 3 law elective Year 3 law electiveYear 2 or 3 law elective Law elective from commercial list

Bachelor of Commerce/ Bachelor of Laws





Studying with La Trobe gives you plenty of opportunities to practise your skills in areas like client interviewing, witness examination and negotiation. We also have an outstanding national and international record in competitive mooting, which gives you the chance to put your legal knowledge into practice and network with lawyers, judges and academics from around the world.

Our state-of-the-art Moot Court is a facility built to reflect the Federal Court of Australia. Officially opened by High Court Chief Justice the Honourable Robert French AC in 2016, it offers a true to life court experience for you to practice your advocacy skills – complete with recording equipment so you can review your own performance.

‘The best thing about my course so far has been the people, both staff and students who I have been able to learn from. The course content is also a highlight as it provides for more specialised subjects in my interest areas of law and economics.

After graduating I hope to pursue a career as a lawyer, where I can hopefully use my specialised economics knowledge that I developed in my commerce degree.

La Trobe offers a range of extracurricular opportunities. Sport at La Trobe has been a great bonus that I didn’t expect. I am a member of the Ultimate Frisbee team and have had the privilege of going to University Games to represent La Trobe.’

Jared HoskingBachelor of Commerce/ Bachelor of Laws student

Moot CourtMooting is an historic learning exercise where students practice their advocacy skills in a simulated court environment, in front of experienced lawyers who act as judges.

La Trobe Law School has consistently reached the finals of international mooting competitions. Our students have competed at the Vis International Commercial Arbitration Moots in Vienna and Hong Kong, the International Investment Moot in Frankfurt and the International Criminal Law Moot in The Hague. We’ve also fielded successful teams in national competitions including the Kirby Contract Moot, the Gibbs Constitutional Law Moot and the Castan Human Rights Moot.


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When you join La Trobe as a science or psychology student, you’ll learn under some of the best academics working in some of Australia’s best scientific facilities. We’ve earned top rankings in the latest Excellence in Research for Australia report, which places our academics with the world’s elite.

La Trobe has achieved a rating of ‘well above world standard’ in the Excellence in Research for Australia 2015 report for research in statistics, condensed matter physics, optical physics, analytical chemistry, biochemistry and cell biology, ecology, microbiology, neuroscience, physiology, plant biology, zoology, animal production, crop and pasture production and veterinary sciences.

You’ll also have access to exceptional learning spaces such as the state-of-the-art $100 million La Trobe Institute for Molecular Science, the $288 million Centre for AgriBioscience and the La Trobe Wildlife Sanctuary, a 30-hectare area of wetlands and bushland that’s been a conservation zone for nearly 50 years.

You can find out more at: latrobe.edu.au/courses




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* Subject to places and course requirements including minimum Weighted Average Mark (WAM). You may also be eligible for Advanced Standing.


Aspire Program


Course transfer

Start your studies in one course and apply for transfer into another.*



La Trobe Melbourne

Successfully complete a Diploma of Bioscience and get guaranteed entry into second year of our Bachelor of Science* – see page 154 for details.

TAFE Diplomas


* Subject to places and course requirements including minimum Weighted Average Mark (WAM). You may also be eligible for Advanced Standing.


More than just theory

A practical class of learning

From the moment you step onto a La Trobe campus, you’ll know you’re at a university that puts an emphasis on the practical side of learning. You’ll notice small class sizes, interactive teaching and hands-on lab work in facilities designed to bring academics, students, researchers and members of industry together.

A global study adventure

Undergraduate study is all about exploration. And thanks to our exchange programs, internship opportunities, field trips and study abroad programs you can explore the majesty of the Great Barrier Reef or the history of Italy while you explore your field of study in Australia, Europe, Asia or the Americas. And in some cases you’ll get credit towards your degree.

Education linked to industry

You’ll get plenty of opportunity to learn from industry. Our industry programs let you put what you’ve discovered in the classroom and lab into practice in a real work setting as part of your degree. You’ll also have access to guest lectures and be mentored by alumni and higher-year students. As well as knowledge specific to your study area, you’ll learn skills that will prove crucial when it comes time to find a job.






CONSIDER THESE Bachelor of Animal and Veterinary Biosciences (P 132)

Bachelor of Agriculture and Technology (P 131)


Bachelor of Commerce/Bachelor of Agricultural Sciences (P62)

YOUR CAREERAgribusinessBiotechnology institutesConsultancyGovernmentHumanitarian organisations COURSE URLlatrobe.edu.au/courses/ agricultural-sciences

CAMPUS AND ATARMelbourne Polytechnic Epping (ATAR 55.85)



CONSIDER THESE Bachelor of Agricultural Sciences (P 131)

Bachelor of Animal and Veterinary Biosciences (P 132)



YOUR CAREERAgribusiness managerAgronomistAquaculture producerVineyard managerWinemaker COURSE URLlatrobe.edu.au/courses/ agricultural-sciences

This degree trains you to tackle the issue of sustainable food production. You’ll learn about the relationship between plants, animals, soils, the environment, and economics. By combining science and business skills, you’ll be equipped to help create sustainable and economically viable food production. You’ll have access to Work Integrated Learning (WIL), so you can gain experience in industry and develop professional skills that will help you graduate career ready. Through our Centre for AgriBioscience, you’ll be exposed to the latest research developments as they happen.

If you choose to complete your first year in Albury-Wodonga, you’ll transfer to Melbourne for the rest of the degree.

Whether you want to make wine or advise farmers on sustainable grain production, this degree will help to prepare you for your career. You’ll develop a foundation in agriculture and study a major in agronomy, aquaculture, or viticulture and winemaking.

Our flexible delivery and blended learning includes online lectures, workshops and evening classes. You’ll also get industry exposure through practical placements. This course is delivered by arrangement through Melbourne Polytechnic, Epping Campus.


YEA

R 1

Semester 1 Semester 2Introduction to Animal and Agricultural Sciences Ecology, Evolution and BiodiversityMolecules, Genes and Cells Animal, Plant and Microbial LifeProcesses That Shape the Earth Statistics for Life SciencesYear 1 chemistry elective Work-Integrated Learning Program

YEA

R 2

Semester 1 Semester 2Plants, Pests and Disease Animal PhysiologyInner Life of Plants Biochemistry for Agricultural and Animal SciencesIntroduction to Land and Soil Management Animal NutritionGroundwater – Sustainability and Contamination Remote Sensing and GIS

YEA

R 3

Semester 1 Semester 2Animal Health Agricultural and Animal Science Case StudiesCommodity Risk Management Land and Soil ManagementAgricultural Management Economics Agricultural Biotechnology

Bachelor of Agricultural Sciences



Bachelor of Agriculture and Technology

http://latrobe.edu.au/courses/agricultural-sciences








YEA

R 1

Semester 1 Semester 2Molecules, Genes and Cells Ecology, Evolution and BiodiversityIntroduction to Animal and Agricultural Sciences Animal, Plant and Microbial LifeWork Integrated Learning Applications of ChemistryYear 1 chemistry elective Year 1 elective

YEA

R 2

Semester 1 Semester 2Introductory Microbiology Animal PhysiologyBiochemistry (core choice) Animal NutritionYear 2 elective Year 2 electiveYear 2 elective Year 2 elective

YEA

R 3

Semester 1 Semester 2Animal Health Agricultural and Animal Science Case StudiesYear 3 elective Year 3 electiveYear 3 elective Year 3 elective





CONSIDER THESE Bachelor of Science (Wildlife and Conservation Biology) (P 148)


Bachelor of Agricultural Sciences (P 131)

Bachelor of Biological Sciences (P 136)


YOUR CAREERAnimal care and welfareAnimal researchAgricultural industriesBiotechnology industriesAnimal health

POPULAR INTERNATIONAL STUDY DESTINATIONSBOKU University of Applied Science (AUSTRIA) Hiroshima University (JAPAN) University of Bangor (WALES)

University of Guelph (CANADA)

SUNY Oswego (USA) COURSE URLlatrobe.edu.au/courses/ animal-veterinary-biosciences


Bachelor of Animaland Veterinary Biosciences

Providing a strong scientific foundation to work with both domesticated and captive wild animals, this course goes beyond animal health and welfare to include ecology, genetics, biotechnology, behaviour and animal physiology.

You’ll complete studies in animal and agricultural science, microbiology, zoology and metabolic biochemistry, providing a solid foundation for further research in the field, and a pathway to postgraduate study in veterinary medicine.

First year will equip you with science foundations in biology and chemistry. Second year will see you learn more animal-related subjects, such as animal physiology, animal nutrition and

animal biochemistry. In third year, you’ll continue to deepen your knowledge of animal health and work on real-life case studies, advising animal and agricultural businesses. You will also meet industry representatives during your lectures.

You’ll also have access to Work Integrated Learning, so you can gain experience in industry and develop professional skills that will help you graduate career ready.

If you choose to complete your first year at Albury-Wodonga, you’ll transfer to Melbourne for the rest of your degree.

http://latrobe.edu.au/courses/animal-veterinary-biosciences

http://latrobe.edu.au/courses/animal-veterinary-biosciences



‘A lot of my coursework has taken place in the La Trobe Wildlife Sanctuary, and being able to work there on a casual basis provides me with a great all-round experience, and an excellent starting point for my career.’

Carissa LeeBachelor of Animal and Veterinary Biosciences student

If your heart’s set on a career that involves animals, this degree offers the advantages of real-world work experience and unique access to La Trobe’s on-campus 30-hectare wildlife sanctuary, research and education facilities, adjacent farm and dedicated animal house.

New state-of-the-art labs expose life sciences students to industry technologyLife science students at La Trobe University’s Melbourne Campus will be better prepared to step from uni to industry, thanks to the complete, purpose-designed refurbishment of our Reid laboratories.

The new industry-standard Reid labs facility will provide students with access to an engaging hub for life sciences teaching and research.

Our life sciences students will benefit from four separate teaching labs, all designed to mirror the type of equipment and technology students will use in industry and research institute environments.

Where can animal and veterinary biosciences take you?A number of our graduates have gone on to work with Agriculture Victoria, the Australian Quarantine and Inspection Service (AQIS) and animal welfare organisations such as the RSPCA.

OUR RESEARCH IN AGRICULTURAL AND VETERINARY

SCIENCES WAS RATED

WELL ABOVE WORLD

STANDARD IN THE 2015 EXCELLENCE

IN RESEARCH FOR AUSTRALIA REPORT.

Students will have access to industry-standard facilities

at the new Reid laboratories.


Discover our world-class science facilities

AgriBio is Australia’s first integrated agricultural systems biology research centre.

The $100 million LIMS facility brings together world-class scientists and industry figures.


La Trobe Institute for Molecular Science (LIMS) – a global leaderThe $100 million LIMS is a state-of-the-art teaching and research facility, bringing together some of the best and brightest scientists and industry experts. For our undergraduate science students, LIMS offers access to world-class academics, researchers and facilities.

LIMS also has two embedded companies: the biotechnology company Hexima, and the drug discovery and development company AdAlta.

La Trobe Wildlife Sanctuary – our own outdoor laboratoryThe La Trobe Wildlife Sanctuary offers life science students a unique opportunity to conduct meaningful field research in a native setting. Spread over 30 hectares on the Melbourne Campus, the Sanctuary is home to more than 250 native plants and wildlife.

Students and academics are currently undertaking valuable research at the sanctuary to understand and protect native species, including evaluation of nesting boxes for threatened bat species and the forensic analysis of animal decomposition.

Centre for AgriBioscience (AgriBio)As Australia’s first integrated agricultural systems biology research centre, AgriBio connects La Trobe’s world-class research with the Department of Economic Development, Jobs, Transport and Resources (DEDJTR).

Thanks to our academics embedded at AgriBio, our life science students gain insights into cutting-edge agriculture and bioscience projects. Many of our students also have the opportunity to work in AgriBio.

Exciting research being conducted at AgriBio includes industry- based projects to address food security, as well as farm productivity and sustainability.

As a La Trobe science student, you’ll learn in facilities that are second to none.

La Trobe’s Wildlife Sanctuary is spread over 30 hectares on the Melbourne Campus.

WE’VE INVESTED MORE THAN

$500 MILLION

INTO OUR FACILITIES SO THAT OUR

STUDENTS CAN ACCESS WORLD-CLASS LEARNING

ENVIRONMENTS AND BE INFORMED BY CUTTING-EDGE

RESEARCH.


This double degree enables you to pursue your interests in both humanities and sciences, preparing you for a changing job market. You’ll come into contact with some of Australia’s leading researchers, and could find job opportunities in a range of fields, including environmental science, journalism, health, business and government.

Choose a science major from:

• agricultural science• biochemistry• botany• chemistry• computer science• electronics• environmental geoscience• genetics• information technology• mathematics• microbiology• nanotechnology• physics• psychology• statistics • zoology.

Choose an arts major from:

• Aboriginal studies • anthropology • archaeology • Asian studies • creative and professional writing • communication studies • crime, justice and legal studies • English • gender, sexuality and diversity • history • human geography • international studies• Chinese • Greek • French • Japanese • Indonesian • Italian• Spanish • linguistics • media studies • philosophy • politics • screen studies • sociology • sustainability and development.

Specialise in two areas of biology or combine your biology subjects with other science or non-science subjects. You can choose core subjects in biochemistry, botany, genetics, ecology, microbiology, molecular biology and zoology. We prepare you to address big issues such as protecting native forests and grasslands, discovering new medicinal cures or sustainable agricultural practices and mapping the genome of endangered species.



YEA

R 1

Semester 1 Semester 2Molecules, Genes and Cells Ecology, Evolution and BiodiversityYear 1 chemistry elective Animal, Plant and Microbial LifeScience in Society Year 1 electiveYear 1 elective Year 1 elective

YEA

R 2

Semester 1 Semester 2Year 2 core subject Year 2 core subjectYear 2 core subject Year 2 core subjectYear 2 elective Year 2 electiveYear 2 elective Year 2 elective

YEA

R 3

Semester 1 Semester 2Year 3 core subject Year 3 core subjectYear 3 core subject Year 3 core subjectYear 3 elective Year 3 electiveYear 3 elective Year 3 elective

Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science

Bachelor of Biological Sciences


DURATION4.5 years full-time (4 years in an accelerated program) or part-time equivalent.


CONSIDER THESE Bachelor of Commerce/ Bachelor of Science (P 64)

Bachelor of Laws/ Bachelor of Science (P 125)

Bachelor of Biomedical Science (P 137)

YOUR CAREERBusinessConsultingEnvironmental scienceHealthInternational developmentJournalism COURSE URLlatrobe.edu.au/courses/science





CONSIDER THESE Bachelor of Science (Wildlife and Conservation Biology) (P 148)




YOUR CAREERZoos and aquariumsGovernment organisationsEnvironmental managementResearch COURSE URLlatrobe.edu.au/courses/biology



http://latrobe.edu.au/courses/science

http://latrobe.edu.au/courses/biology




Bachelor of Biomedical Science*

CAMPUS AND ATARBendigo (NEW COURSE)





Bachelor of Exercise Science (P 90)

YOUR CAREERMedical research administration and educationBiomedical researchLaboratory work

After further study:

- physiotherapy- dietetics- speech pathology- biotechnology- data science- orthoptics- prosthetics and orthotics. COURSE URLlatrobe.edu.au/courses/ biomedical-science

If you wish to study at our Bendigo Campus, you can choose the Bachelor of Biomedical Science. It’s a similar degree to the Bachelor of Biomedicine (see page 138) with a slightly different set of subjects.

You’ll explore the molecular foundations and symptoms of disease and consider questions that remain around illnesses like cancer and Alzheimer’s. You’ll also learn to analyse scientific and medical data, interpret scientific publications, and convey scientific information in writing.

Your second year subjects, covering bioscience, medical science, genetics and microbiology (to name just a few), prepare you to choose your specialisation.

Anatomy and physiology subjects are particularly important if you have your sights set on postgraduate studies (and then a career) in allied health fields like physiotherapy or speech pathology.

If you want to go straight into the workforce, you’ll be well prepared for roles around the world in biomedical-related research, administration and education in medical research institutes, as well as labs in hospitals, universities and pharmaceutical companies.

This course is also a pathway into postgraduate study in the field of allied health, which includes disciplines like physiotherapy and speech pathology. It can also lead you into postgraduate research.



YEA

R 1

Semester 1 Semester 2Biology of Cell and Organism Organs and Organ SystemsChemistry 1A Chemistry 1BFoundations of Biomedical Science Research and Evidence in PracticeIndividual Determinants of Health Human Biosciences B

YEA

R 2

Semester 1 Semester 2Introduction to Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Metabolic Biochemistry and Cell BiologyPharmacology A Pharmacology BElective ElectiveElective Elective

YEA

R 3

Semester 1 Semester 2Advanced topics in Biomedical Science A Advanced topics in Biomedical Science BClinical Biochemistry and Haematology Pathophysiologic Basis for DiseaseElective ElectiveElective Elective


http://latrobe.edu.au/courses/biomedical-science

http://latrobe.edu.au/courses/biomedical-science



YEA

R 1

Semester 1 Semester 2Molecules, Genes and Cells Animal, Plant and Microbial LifeGeneral Principles of Chemistry Applications of ChemistryFoundations of Biomedical Science Research and Evidence in PracticeIndividual Determinants of Health Human Biosciences B

YEA

R 2

Semester 1 Semester 2Introduction to Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Metabolic Biochemistry and Cell BiologyHuman Physiology Theory A Human Physiology Theory BElective ElectiveElective Elective

YEA

R 3

Semester 1 Semester 2Advanced topics in Biomedical Science A Advanced topics in Biomedical Science BPractical Skills in Medical Science Advanced Skills in Biomedical ScienceElective ElectiveElective Elective

How does the human body function when it’s healthy and when it’s affected by illness? How does it function when it’s under duress from injury or inhibited by a disorder? These are the questions you’ll work towards answering as a student of the Bachelor of Biomedicine.

You’ll explore the molecular foundations of disease and have the chance to think about the big questions that still remain around illnesses like cancer, cardiovascular disease and Alzheimer’s. As your studies progress beyond a strong grounding in chemistry, biology, the determinants of disease and research methods, you’ll begin to see the multitude of possibilities that this degree offers you.

Your second-year subjects, covering bioscience, medical science, genetics and microbiology (to name just a few) prepare you to choose your specialisation.

Anatomy and physiology subjects are particularly important if you have your sights set on postgraduate studies (and then a career) in allied health fields like physiotherapy, prosthetics and orthotics or speech pathology.

You’ll look at the symptoms of disease, learn how to analyse scientific and medical data, get an understanding of interpreting scientific publications and develop skills in meaningfully conveying scientific information in writing.


CAMPUS AND ATARMelbourne (NEW COURSE)





Bachelor of Biological Sciences (P 136)

Bachelor of Exercise Science (P 90) Bachelor of Human Nutrition (P 95) YOUR CAREERMedical research administration and educationBiomedical researchLaboratory work

After further study:

- physiotherapy- dietetics- speech pathology- biotechnology- data science- orthoptics- health information management- prosthetics and orthotics.

POPULAR INTERNATIONAL STUDY DESTINATIONSUniversity of Malaya (MALAYSIA) National Chun Hsing University (TAIWAN)

Louisiana State University (USA) Aarhus University (DENMARK)

Glasgow Caledonian University (UK)

You must complete two not-for-credit modules at the beginning of first year: Academic Integrity Module and Wominjeka La Trobe: Indigenous Cultural Literacy for Higher Education. For subject information, enter the subject titles above into our database at:latrobe.edu.au/students/subjects

Bachelor of Biomedicine *

*



Opening doors for a curious mind

‘I knew studying in the La Trobe Institute for Molecular Science (LIMS) would inspire me to be the best student I could be. I enjoy interacting with my lecturers, who are often doing world-class research.

I also chose La Trobe because of the Hallmark Program – it gave La Trobe an edge over all the other universities. I appreciate being able to study a wide variety of subjects in many disciplines.

Something I was not expecting was the connections I have made with some of my lecturers. My lecturers have always been approachable and available whenever I have needed them.’

Ally has completed internships with the Hulett Laboratory within LIMS and another with the Texas Biomedical Research Institute in San Antonio, Texas. As part of the Hallmark Program, she’s also travelled to Hong Kong, Chengdu, Shanghai and Chongqing.

After graduating, she wants to keep studying and pursue a career in research.

Ally Mangion Bachelor of Biomedical Science** student

**This degree is now called the Bachelor of Biomedicine when studied at the Melbourne Campus.

As a student you’ll explore human health and disease, as well as the underlying molecular basis of illnesses that we’re still trying to find a cure for, such as Alzheimer’s and cancer.

Further study, further career opportunitiesAfter postgraduate study, you may find employment in fields including biotechnology, data science, dietetics, orthoptics, prosthetics and orthotics, physiotherapy and speech pathology.

Learn from doing … and from industryPractical lab work will form a central component of the course. That hands-on learning will only become more prominent in third year, during which you’ll have the chance to experience advanced biochemistry and medical sciences industry programs and lab courses. This will give you vital experience working in (or with practitioners in) your field before you graduate. Internship opportunities are available at Thermo Fisher Scientific, and within research labs at the Olivia Newton-John Cancer Research Institute, Hexima, and AdAlta, just to name a few.

Be mentored by researchers at the top of their fieldsLa Trobe researchers have been ranked ‘well above world standard’ in the 2015 Excellence in Research for Australia report. Our researchers received the top rating of 5 in categories such as biochemistry and cell biology, microbiology and physiology.

You’ll learn directly from our researchers, as well as your peers, students from higher years, alumni, and industry guest lecturers (from organisations such as Melbourne Pathology) from within science and other fields. You’ll also gain valuable skills in areas like CV-writing and behavioural interviewing techniques. Many of our teaching staff have close academic and professional associations with highly respected and influential organisations in the field of biomedicine. You’ll be connected with such leaders as CSL Ltd, CSIRO and Shimadzu.

A different country, a different perspective, a different experienceYou can also spend part of your time studying – or getting vital experience in your field – overseas. Through our exchange program you can study for a semester or a year at institutions like the University of Guelph in Canada, the National University of Singapore, and many more.

Set yourself up for work, postgraduate study or researchThe opportunities for graduates are many. If you want to go straight into the workforce, you’ll be well-prepared for roles around the world in biomedical-related research, administration and education in medical research institutes, as well as labs in hospitals, universities and pharmaceutical companies. This course is a pathway into postgraduate study, and can also lead you into postgraduate research.

OUR

$24 MILLION REFURBISHMENT OF THE

REID LABORATORIES, TO BE COMPLETED IN 2017,

AIMS TO ADD MORE PRACTICAL LEARNING SPACES AND BRAND NEW TEACHING

LABS FOR SECOND AND THIRD-YEAR STUDENTS.

LIMS HAS

CLOSE LINKSWITH THE AUSTRALIAN

SYNCHROTRON AND THE OLIVIA NEWTON-JOHN

CANCER RESEARCH INSTITUTE.

A pathway into multiple health careersIf you’re considering a career in health, this degree can lead you down all sorts of professional avenues. It gives you the foundation knowledge and skills you need to move into postgraduate studies in allied health fields of practice such as physiotherapy, dietetics, prosthetics and orthotics, orthoptics and speech pathology. As a graduate of this degree, you’ll get priority when enrolling in our postgraduate programs in these fields – including physiotherapy – although places are limited.̂

^Entry into all La Trobe courses is based on competitive selection and there may be limited places available.


This degree develops your understanding of how medicines work and how they can improve and change people’s lives. You’ll learn how pharmacists contribute to the healthcare system and how they support patient care.

You’ll have access to our on-campus training pharmacy and do work placements in hospitals and community pharmacies to refine your skills. When you graduate you’ll be eligible to apply for internships. Once you successfully complete the requirements of the Australian Pharmacy Council, you can register as a practising pharmacist.


YEA

R 1

Semester 1 Semester 2Biology of Cell and Organisms Organs and Organ SystemsChemistry 1A Chemistry 1BIntroduction to Pharmacy Practice Pharmaceutical Formulation AExperimental Foundations of Psychological Science Statistical Methods

YEA

R 2

Semester 1 Semester 2Medicinal Chemistry A Chemical AnalysisPharmaceutical Formulation B Metabolic BiochemistryPharmacology A Pharmacology BIntroduction to Microbiology Pharmacy Practice and Therapeutics (Cardiovascular and Respiratory)

YEA

R 3

Semester 1 Semester 2Pharmacy, Legislation and Practice Practice and Therapeutics C (Psychiatry and Neurology)Clinical Biochemistry and Haematology Pharmaceutical Formulation CBiopharmaceutics Practice and Therapeutics D (Anti-infectives)Practice and Therapeutics B (Metabolic and Endocrine) Epidemiology for Practice

YEA

R 4

Semester 1 Semester 2Biotechnology Pharmacy Practice and Advanced CounsellingPharmaceutical Care – Quality Use of Medicines A Pharmaceutical Care – Quality Use of Medicines BPractice and Therapeutics E (Oncology and Palliative Care) Pharmacy Practice and ManagementComplementary Medicines Brain, Mind and Behaviour

Bachelor of Pharmacy (Honours)



PREREQUISITESVCE Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 30 in English (EAL) or at least 25 in English other than EAL; and a study score of at least 25 in Chemistry; and a study score of at least 25 in any Mathematics.

CONSIDER THESE Bachelor of Biomedical Science (P 137)

Bachelor of Health Sciences in Dentistry/ Master of Dentistry (P 101)

Bachelor of Science (Hons)/ Master of Nanotechnology (P 148)

YOUR CAREERPharmacistPharmaceuticalsCosmeticsPharmacologyBiotechnology COURSE URLlatrobe.edu.au/courses/pharmacy


‘My role involves dispensing medication, counselling patients, problem-solving, and liaising with doctors and other health professionals.

During my course, I learnt about communicating with patients. In pharmacy we encounter patients who may be unwell, disabled or emotional, or English may not be their first language. We need to be able to use suitable communication styles.’

Bronwyn CapewellBachelor of Pharmacy (Honours) graduate

http://latrobe.edu.au/courses/pharmacy



THE

$100 MILLIONLA TROBE INSTITUTE OF

MOLECULAR SCIENCE (LIMS) IS A STATE-OF-THE-ART FACILITY THAT BRINGS

RESEARCHERS, STUDENTS AND INDUSTRY TOGETHER.

BEHIND THE

STRIKING LIMS FACADE

ARE LABS, TEACHING AREAS AND

COLLABORATIVE SPACES.



YEA

R 1

Semester 1 Semester 2Experimental Foundations of Psychological Science Clinical Foundations of Psychological ScienceHistory, Philosophy and Methodology of Psychological Science Statistics for PsychologyIntroduction to Behavioural Neuroscience 1A * Introduction to Behavioural Neuroscience 1B *Elective Elective

YEA

R 2

Semester 1 Semester 2Cognition Abnormal, Clinical and Health PsychologyPsychological Research Methods Developmental PsychologyClinical Neuroscience and Neuropsychology * Social PsychologyPsychology of Human-Animal Relationships * Autism Spectrum Disorders*

Summer: Psychology Field Placement *

YEA

R 3

Semester 1 Semester 2Psychological Assessment Psychological InterventionsResearch Project in Psychology A Research Project in Psychology BClose Relationships: Theory and Practice * Psychology of Culture, Communities and Global Citizenship *Neural Bases of Consciousness *

YEA


Honours Psychology Honours Psychology

Bachelor of Psychology (Honours)

Designed for high-achieving students, this integrated four-year degree combines the three-year Bachelor of Psychological Science with an honours year – taking you one step closer to working as a professional psychologist or researcher. Progressing to the honours year depends on completing subjects during your first three years at a high standard.

During your honours year, you will have the chance to learn research methods, and complete a supervised, individual research project. The program also covers more advanced theory, including a deeper examination of psychological interventions and assessment, and an exploration of the ethical and professional issues that psychologists and other helping professionals need to address when working with clients.


Bendigo (ATAR N/P)

Albury-Wodonga (ATAR N/P) DURATION4 years full-time or part-time equivalent.

PREREQUISITESUnits 3 and 4: a study score of at least 25 in English (EAL) or at least 20 in English other than EAL.

CONSIDER THESE Bachelor of Psychological Science (P 143)



Bachelor of Laws/ Bachelor of Psychological Science (P 124) YOUR CAREERCounselling servicesHospitals Human resource departments Private industryPublic service positionsResearch institutesSchools COURSE URLlatrobe.edu.au/courses/psychology

Limited placesDue to limited places in this four-year degree, we encourage aspiring psychology students to also apply for the three-year Bachelor of Psychological Science degree. This will increase your opportunity to study psychology at La Trobe.

* Subjects are recommended elective units. You must complete two not-for-credit modules at the beginning of first year: Academic Integrity Module and Wominjeka La Trobe: Indigenous Cultural Literacy for Higher Education. For subject information, enter the subject titles above into our database at: latrobe.edu.au/students/subjects

http://latrobe.edu.au/courses/psychology



If you’re looking to become a professional psychologist or build a career in a psychology-related field, this degree will give you a solid foundation. You’ll have more than 20 psychology subject choices, along with electives from dozens of other areas.

During the three-year course, you will gain an understanding of clinical psychology, abnormal and health psychology, behavioural neuroscience, social psychology, cognition, developmental psychology, and psychological interventions.

You can select from a wide range of psychology-related elective subjects, such as clinical neuroscience or human-animal relations, or from other disciplines, like philosophy or criminology.

You will learn from professional psychologists, including those from our La Trobe Psychology Clinic, and you’ll have an opportunity to complete a field placement, or study Autism Spectrum Disorders with experts from the Olga Tennison Autism Research Centre.

DHHS partnership and work placementsThanks to our partnership with the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), La Trobe psychology students have been offered field placements in DHHS offices including Child Protection Services, Disability Services, Youth Justice Centres and Corporate Services.

We also offer placements with other service organisations, so students can gain relevant career experience in various settings – from assisting people who are homeless, to supporting the day-to-day operation of psychology and counselling centres.

Learning to understand autism We’re home to the Olga Tennison Autism Research Centre (OTARC). Choose Autism Spectrum Disorders as an elective, and you’ll be learning from ground-breaking OTARC researchers, who are changing the way we diagnose and understand autism.

In 2016, OTARC and La Trobe launched ASDetect, a research-based app which helps detect the early signs of autism in young children. This has paved the way for early intervention and better developmental outcomes for the millions of children with Autism Spectrum Disorder worldwide.

Bachelor of Psychological Science





PREREQUISITESUnits 3 and 4: a study score of at least 25 in English (EAL) or at least 20 in English other than EAL.

CONSIDER THESE Bachelor of Psychology (Hons) (P 142)



Bachelor of Laws/Bachelor of Psychological Science (P 124)

YOUR CAREERCounselling servicesHospitals Human resource departments Private industryPublic service positionsResearch institutesSchools

POPULAR INTERNATIONAL STUDY DESTINATIONSAkita University (JAPAN) University of Calgary (CANADA)

Washington State University (USA)

Linkoping University (SWEDEN)

Leicester University (UK) COURSE URLlatrobe.edu.au/courses/psychology

Honours optionStudents who complete the three-year degree to a high standard can apply to study for an additional year and complete the Bachelor of Psychological Science (Honours), which is the next step towards a career as a psychologist.

Work placement helps Sarah get career ready For psychological science student Sarah Fleming, a work placement with the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) was a smart career move.

‘During the placement I worked with a number of children with developmental disabilities, and these interactions have inspired my desire to work with these children in an educational setting.

The placement gave me the opportunity to apply all the theories I had learnt throughout my degree to real cases with real clients.’

After her placement, Sarah was offered a role with the department, so she was able to continue working in the field while she finished her degree.

Sarah FlemingBachelor of Psychological Scienceand Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) student

http://latrobe.edu.au/courses/psychology


MEL BEN A-W*

Majors

Agricultural science

Biochemistry

Botany

Chemistry

Computer science

Electronics

Environmental geoscience

Genetics

Information technology

Mathematics

Microbiology

Molecular biology

Nanotechnology

Physical sciences

Physics

Psychology

Statistics

Zoology






CONSIDER THESE Bachelor of Science/ Bachelor of Business (P 147)

Bachelor of Science Double Degree Program (P 147)

Bachelor of Commerce/ Bachelor of Science (P 64)

Bachelor of Laws/ Bachelor of Science (P 125)

Bachelor of Arts/ Bachelor of Science (P 136)

YOUR CAREERActuaryAnalytical chemistAnimal technicianBiodiversity officerBioethicistBioinfomaticianChemical researcherChemistClinical biochemistConservation officerData modellerData scientistDefence rolesEcologistEconometricianEnvironmental analystEnvironmental consultantEnvironmental educatorEnvironmental research scientistEnvironmental scientistsField trials officerFinancial analystForensic researcherForensic scientistGenetic counsellorGeneticistMammologistMarine biologistMarket researcherMedicinal chemistMeteorologistMining and resources consultantOrnithologistPark rangerPharmaceutical R&D managerPhysicistResearch scientistScience teacher (WITH RELEVANT TEACHING QUALIFICATION)

Sports statisticianThreatened species coordinatorToxicologistZoo keeper

POPULAR INTERNATIONAL STUDY DESTINATIONSBOKU – University of Natural Resources and Applied Sciences (AUSTRIA) National Chung Hsing University (TAIWAN) National University of Singapore (SINGAPORE) North Central College (USA) Sabanci University (TURKEY) COURSE URLlatrobe.edu.au/courses/science

When you study science at university level, you develop skills and knowledge that will allow you to contribute to some of the biggest challenges the world faces today.

The challenges you choose to take on will depend on which branch of science you come to enjoy most. Or perhaps you’ll think of it the other way round: the branch of science you choose to take on will depend on which big challenge inspires you the most.

Protecting endangered animal and plant species? Finding a new and better way to treat a deadly disease? Exploring new ways to control global temperature increases? In science, the possibilities are contained only by the extent of your desire for discovery.

The Bachelor of Science is a degree that gives you exceptional choice: In fact there are 18 majors to choose from when you study science at the undergraduate level with La Trobe.

During your first two years, you’ll study introductory subjects designed to give you a solid foundation in science and related disciplines. Once you’re into your third year, you can either select two science specialties or combine a single science major with studies from another discipline – business or engineering, for example.

Bachelor of Science

* First year only. You must complete two not-for-credit modules at the beginning of first year: Academic Integrity Module and Wominjeka La Trobe: Indigenous Cultural Literacy for Higher Education. For subject information, enter the subject titles above into our database at: latrobe.edu.au/students/subjects




When you study a Bachelor of Science, the possibilities are contained only by the extent of your desire for discovery.

Be mentored by world-class educatorsLa Trobe University is a leader in the field of science. We’ve earnt top rankings in the prestigious Excellence in Research for Australia 2015 report, which places our academics with the world’s elite. When you study a Bachelor of Science with us, you’ll be taught and mentored by world-class researchers as you progress towards your academic and career goals.

Be connected with industry before you graduateIn addition to working with some of the world’s best people on campus, you’ll also have the opportunity to work with industry leaders. Our industry partnership programs have helped more than 1,000 students from a variety of science disciplines get placements in the private and public sectors.

You’ll also have the chance to be mentored by alumni and higher-year students, as well as attend seminar series and guest lectures from experts in industry to gain the latest information in the fields you’re most interested in. La Trobe will also help you prepare for industry programs, and for your career after university, by helping you to develop valuable skills such as CV writing and behavioural interview techniques.

Turn your science degree into a cultural odysseyYou don’t need to confine your studies to Australia, either. Through our partnerships with research organisations and education providers all over the world, you’ll have the opportunity to study abroad. That might be on a university exchange with one of our more than 100 partners – the National University of Singapore or the University of Geulph in Canada, for example – or as part of an internship program with an international organisation.

Your career after uniA career in science doesn’t begin or end in the lab (although there are many rewarding laboratory-based jobs out there). Once you graduate, you’ll be ready to take up positions in areas as diverse as government, defence, astronomy, meteorology, business and management. You could become an educator or a researcher, work in business or not-for-profit organisations, apply your skills in the medical lab or for the world’s most prestigious publishers of journalism.

It all adds up to one of the most distinctive Bachelor of Science degrees in the country.

The science of tiny leads to a big adventure abroad

After completing Year 12, Richard was drawn to study at La Trobe as it was one of the few places offering a multidisciplinary science course with a nanotechnology program.

‘Having subjects that allow us to use facilities like the Australian Synchrotron and the Melbourne Centre for Nanofabrication is awesome,’ he explains.

Through his studies, Richard spent two weeks in Japan attending the Nanotech Expo in Tokyo, and touring some of the country’s biggest research facilities. He also secured a six-month internship at Japan’s National Institute for Materials Science.

‘Being able to work within a Japanese research institute showed me an amazing new way to approach science, and I managed to publish my research as a first author paper,’ he says.

‘All my lecturers were supportive, and the practical, hands-on work means when I enter the workforce, I will be able to contribute immediately.’

Richard is looking to pursue a career in science communication and consultancy.

Richard GarrettBachelor of Science (Honours)/ Master of Nanotechnology and Diploma in Languages (Japanese) student

Hands-on lab learning from year one Our facilities aren’t all about instruments and technology. They allow a teaching style that’s collaborative and interactive. You’ll notice small, practical laboratory-based classes and a hands-on approach to study, from the very first class in your very first year.

THE

$100 MILLIONLA TROBE INSTITUTE OF

MOLECULAR SCIENCE OFFERS LABS, TEACHING AREAS AND COLLABORATIVE SPACES. IT

ALSO HAS CLOSE LINKS WITH THE AUSTRALIAN

SYNCHROTRON AND THE OLIVIA NEWTON-JOHN

CANCER RESEARCH INSTITUTE.

THE CENTRE FOR AGRIBIOSCIENCE IS A

$288 MILLIONJOINT PROJECT BETWEEN

LA TROBE AND THE VICTORIAN GOVERNMENT, AND IS ONE OF THE LARGEST AGRICULTURAL

RESEARCH HUBS IN AUSTRALIA.

LA TROBE HAS ACHIEVED A RATING OF

WELL ABOVE WORLD

STANDARD IN THE EXCELLENCE IN

RESEARCH FOR AUSTRALIA 2015 REPORT FOR RESEARCH

IN OPTICAL PHYSICS, ANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY,

ECOLOGY, PLANT BIOLOGY AND VETERINARY SCIENCES.

OUR 12-WEEK WORK PLACEMENTS AND

INDUSTRY PROGRAM

HAVE STUDENTS WORKING WITH ORGANISATIONS SUCH

AS CSIRO, BAYER CROPSCIENCE,

GLAXOSMITHKLINE AND THE DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT, LAND,

WATER AND PLANNING.

OUR

$24 MILLIONREFURBISHMENT OF THE REID

LABORATORIES, TO BE COMPLETED IN 2017, AIMS TO

ADD MORE PRACTICAL LEARNING SPACES AND

BRAND NEW TEACHING LABS.


Some of the 18 majors you can choose from

See where some of our majors can take youGain the skills to tackle our biggest challenges, from the threat

of climate change to antibiotic resistant bacteria.

Chemistry Environmental geoscience

Genetics Statistics Physical sciences

Botany and zoology*

Career roles

• Analytical chemist

• Chemical researcher

• Clinical biochemist

• Environmental

consultant

• Forensic scientist

• Medicinal chemist

• Pharmaceutical R&D

manager

Career roles

• Conservation officer

• Environmental

consultant

• Environmental research

scientist

• Environmental scientist

• Mining and resources

consultant

• Park ranger

Career roles

• Bioethicist

• Forensic researcher

• Genetic counsellor

• Geneticist

• Research scientist

Career roles

• Actuary

• Bioinformatician

• Data scientist

• Econometrician

• Financial analyst

• Market researcher

• Meteorologist

• Sports statistician

Career roles

• Chemist

• Data modeller

• Defence roles

• Environmental

analyst

• Meteorologist

• Physicist

• Science teacher (with

relevant teaching

qualification)

Career roles

• Animal technician

• Biodiversity officer

• Ecologist

• Environmental

educator

• Field trials officer

• Mammologist

• Marine biologist

• Ornithologist

• Threatened species

coordinator

At its very essence, chemistry

is the science that investigates

matter. Since everything is

made from matter, chemists

have the ability to improve

or develop just about any

substance you can think

of, including water, food,

clothing, fuels, air and

medicines. They work in

fields like forensics, nutrition,

molecular genetics, biology

and nanotechnology.

In fact, we encounter the

work of chemists in every

direction we look.

Environmental geoscience

addresses global challenges

relating to air, water, land and

energy. An environmental

geoscience major with

La Trobe draws on geology,

chemistry, soil science, IT

and ecology. It gives you

a multidisciplinary lens

through which to examine

climate change, sustainability,

pollution, soil remediation

and degradation, salinisation

and water conservation.

We’ve all been coded with

a unique set of genes,

which give instructions to

our body on how to survive.

But we’ve only seen the tip

of the iceberg when it comes

to how genetic information

can be used to understand,

prevent and potentially

cure illnesses. Because

of this, there is enormous

scope to build a career in

genetic research-focused

environments. Graduates

also pursue careers in

ecology and the environment,

species protection, forensics,

biological pest control

and bioethics.

If you major in statistics at

La Trobe you’ll learn how to

design experiments, collect

data, summarise information,

draw conclusions, estimate

the present and predict the

future. And, if you think

about it, statistics are used

in all facets of our lives

every single day. From

weather predictions to urban

development, from food

production to insurance

premiums, from health

care to competitive sport.

They’re everywhere, which

means expert knowledge

of statistics is invaluable, in

industries of just about every

variety, all over the world.

Physical science covers

some of the subjects

that have fascinated and

confounded humankind

for centuries: power and

energy, motion and force,

and chemical reactions.

It prepares you for many

fields, including engineering,

medicine and biology, while

at the same time building

bridges between these

specialities, so you can find

your niche. The possible

career opportunities once

you graduate will depend on

how you want to specialise,

but you’ll be prepared for

public and private sector

jobs in education, research

and industry.

Botany and zoology is the

scientific study of plants and

animals. In this major, you’ll

study their origins, molecular

structures, physiology,

characteristics and behaviour,

development, the ecology

of which they are a part and

their distribution – among

many other things. Botany

and zoology prepares you

to graduate ready for work

in organisations such as

environmental consultancies,

zoos and wildlife reserves,

museums, government

agencies and non-

government organisations.

*Botany and zoology

are separate majors.

You can take them

separately or together.


Combine your interest in science with business in this double degree. With the support of a course adviser, you’ll choose a combination of subjects to make up two discipline majors. Graduate to work in management at a hospital, pharmaceutical company or research facility, or become a marketing adviser to a medical body in the government or private sector.

Choose from the following science and business majors:

• molecular biology

• physical sciences

• accounting

• event management

• marketing

• sport development and management.

This science double degree allows you to combine two three-year programs into a four-year course. It’s designed to prepare you for a career as a scientist with knowledge in more than one field. You can even combine a general science degree, like the Bachelor of Science, with a specialist science degree, like the Bachelor of Biomedical Science.

Choose from specialisations including biomedical sciences, agricultural sciences, chemistry, mathematics, computer science, business information systems, and psychological science, and access advanced research facilities like the Centre for AgriBioscience and the La Trobe Institute for Molecular Science (see page 134).

Choose two different degrees from:

• Bachelor of Animal and Veterinary Biosciences (MELBOURNE ONLY)

• Bachelor of Biological Sciences (MELBOURNE ONLY)

• Bachelor of Biomedical Science (BENDIGO ONLY)

• Bachelor of Business Information Systems (MELBOURNE ONLY)

• Bachelor of Computer Science (MELBOURNE ONLY)

• Bachelor of Information Technology (MELBOURNE AND BENDIGO)

• Bachelor of Psychological Science (MELBOURNE AND BENDIGO)

• Bachelor of Science (MELBOURNE AND BENDIGO)

• Bachelor of Science (Wildlife and Conservation Biology) (MELBOURNE ONLY)

Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Business

Bachelor of Science Double Degree Program



PREREQUISITESVCE Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 25 in English (EAL) or 20 in English other than EAL; and a study score of at least 20 in any Mathematics.

CONSIDER THESE Bachelor of Business (Agribusiness) (P 49)

Bachelor of Biomedical Science (P 137) Bachelor of Commerce/ Bachelor of Science (P 64)

YOUR CAREERBusiness analystEconomic adviserMarketing adviserLab managerPharmaceutical product manager COURSE URLlatrobe.edu.au/courses/science


Bendigo (ATAR N/P)

DURATION4.5 years full-time (4 years in accelerated program) or part-time equivalent.


CONSIDER THESE Bachelor of Arts/ Bachelor of Science (P 136)

Bachelor of Commerce/ Bachelor of Science (P 64)

Bachelor of Science (Hons)/ Master of Nanotechnology (P 148)

YOUR CAREERConservationDefenceEnvironmental educationGovernmentMeteorologyNatural resource and ecological managementPolicy development COURSE URLlatrobe.edu.au/courses/science







Nanotechnology has applications in medicine, manufacturing, computing, sustainability, textiles and cosmetics. This degree focuses on practical skills and experience, allowing you to develop your own nanotech project in your final year. Choose the stream that matches your career goals: nanostructured materials, bionanotechnology or physics at the nanoscale. Graduates are in global demand, and can work in companies like Dulux, Starpharma, and Australian Radiation Services.

Bachelor of Science (Honours)/Master of Nanotechnology


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Semester 1 Semester 2Principles of Physics A Principles of Physics BNumber Systems and Linear Algebra Calculus and Differential EquationsGeneral Principles of Chemistry Applications of ChemistryMolecules, Genes and Cells Introduction to Nanoscience

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Semester 1 Semester 2Classical Physics Forensic and analytical chemistryIntroduction to Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Materials CharacterisationFundamentals of Chemistry A Fundamentals of Chemistry BVector Calculus Linear Algebra

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Semester 1 Semester 2Quantum Optics Modern PhysicsSynchrotron Science and Technology Physics Senior LaboratoryStream-specific unit Stream-specific unitStream-specific unit Stream-specific unit

YEA

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Semester 1 Semester 2Advanced Physics of Quantum Matter Advanced Electromagnetic Theory and Plasma PhysicsAdvanced Nanomaterials and Fabrications Advanced Sensors and DevicesScientific Communication Skills Stream-specific unitStream-specific unit

Summer SemesterNanotechnology study tour*

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X-ray Physics Surface and Nanomaterial CharacterisationPhysics/Nanotechnology Master’s Thesis A Physics/Nanotechnology Master’s Thesis BStream-specific unit Stream-specific unit



PREREQUISITESVCE Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 30 in English (EAL) or at least 25 in English other than EAL; and a study score of at least 25 in Chemistry; and a study score of at least 25 in Maths: Mathematical Methods (any); and a study score of at least 20 in one of Maths: Specialist Mathematics or Physics.

CONSIDER THESE Bachelor of Science Double Degree Program (P 147)

Bachelor of Pharmacy (Hons) (P 140)


YOUR CAREERAdvanced materialsAdvanced medical diagnosticsAerospace and defenceChemicals and polymer manufacture Research laboratoriesMineral processing COURSE URLlatrobe.edu.au/courses/nanotechnology

Learn how to tackle the threats facing our environment through this three-year course that can lead to roles in park management, natural resource management, conservation, policy development, wildlife and ecological research and environmental education.

You’ll get hands-on experience at the La Trobe Wildlife Sanctuary and can participate in field trips to a range of habitats, such as Heron Island, Wilsons Promontory and Falls Creek.


Bachelor of Science (Wildlife and Conservation Biology)


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Semester 1 Semester 2Molecules, Genes and Cells Ecology, Evolution and BiodiversityYear 1 chemistry elective Animal, Plant and Microbial LifeYear 1 elective Statistics for Life SciencesYear 1 elective Climate, Sustainability and Society

YEA

R 2

Semester 1 Semester 2Issues in Conservation Environmental LawPractice of Science Plant Diversity and EcologyAustralian Fauna and Ecology Remote Sensing and GISEcological Genetics and Evolution Year 2 elective

YEA

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Semester 1 Semester 2Endangered Species Biology and Management Landscape Ecology and ConservationQuantitative Research Methods Year 3 core choiceYear 3 core choice Year 3 core choiceYear 3 core choice Year 3 core choice





CONSIDER THESE Bachelor of Biological Sciences (P 136)


Bachelor of Science Double Degree Program (P 147) YOUR CAREERConservationWildlife and ecological researchNatural resource management COURSE URLlatrobe.edu.au/courses/wildlife-and-conservation-biology


* Elective unit. You must also complete two not-for-credit modules at the beginning of first year: Academic Integrity Module and Wominjeka La Trobe: Indigenous Cultural Literacy for Higher Education. For subject information, enter the subject titles above into our database at: latrobe.edu.au/students/subjects

http://latrobe.edu.au/courses/nanotechnology

http://latrobe.edu.au/courses/wildlife-and-conservation-biology

http://latrobe.edu.au/courses/wildlife-and-conservation-biology



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ElectivesSubjects you can choose to do outside core subjects and major subjects. Some courses have room for several electives, while others have only compulsory subjects. Extension studiesA pair of first-year university subjects which can be studied alongside your Year 12 subjects. These subjects are approved by VCAA and will count towards your VCE and ATAR. At La Trobe, the name of the program is VCE Plus (see page 153). HECS-HELPAn Australian Government loan scheme to help eligible students enrolled in a CSP pay their student contributions. HonoursHonours studies are advanced s tudies attached to undergraduate degrees. They give you a higher qualification than a three-year degree. Many people do Honours so they can go on to postgraduate studies. Most La Trobe undergraduate courses offer Honours. Depending on your course, this may involve an additional year of Honours study, and some courses have it built in. Late directIf you miss the VTAC or UAC application deadlines, you may still be able to submit a late application directly to La Trobe. These applications are considered after VTAC and UAC applications have been assessed. This is called a late direct application. MajorA sequence of related subjects spread over the duration of an undergraduate course. Usually you do at least one subject from your major each semester, and you have to pass each subject in order to move onto the next one in the sequence.

Advanced StandingIf you’ve done relevant, formally recognised studies (at TAFE or another uni), you may get credit – or Advanced Standing – for some or all of your studies when you enrol at uni. This means you may finish your degree faster. ArticulationA process where you get into uni via a TAFE course or other recognised studies, based on formal agreements between universities and other institutions. Articulation usually gives you Advanced Standing at uni. Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR)VTAC or UAC gives you an ATAR (a number between 0.00 and 99.95) to rank your Year 12 results against other students’ results. Clearly-in ATARThe clearly-in Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) is the minimum ATAR you needed to have been guaranteed a place in that course in the previous year. The clearly-in ATAR is calculated for students currently studying year 12 subjects in the application year – VCE, interstate Year 12 and International Baccalaureate (IB).

The clearly-in ATAR published in our guides is from the previous year, and should be used as a guide only. Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP)Uni places for which the Commonwealth Government pays part of the cost, and you pay a student contribution. All domestic undergraduate places at La Trobe are CSPs. Core subjectsThe compulsory subjects in any given course. Credit pointsEach uni subject is measured in credit points, and each course has a prescribed number of credit points (rather than subjects). Most of La Trobe’s three-year undergraduate degrees are worth 360 credit points. Credit transferA system whereby successfully completed units of study (such as subjects) contributing towards a degree or diploma can be recognised and transferred from one course to another. At La Trobe this is called Advanced Standing.

GlossaryMature-age

Anyone aged 21 by 31 December in the year they will commence their studies. See page 157 for more information. PathwaysThe different educational options leading to a particular qualification. For example, Year 12 is one pathway to a uni course. Year 12 to TAFE to uni is another pathway. Read more on page 152. PostgraduateThe second level of study at uni. Usually, you can only begin postgraduate studies once you’ve completed an undergraduate degree. PrerequisitesThe subjects you must have completed at school (and/or any other qualifications you must have) to be eligible to be considered for a place in a specific uni course. UndergraduateThe first level of study at uni. This usually refers to a three-year single Bachelor’s degree (although it also includes Honours studies, which can take an additional year) plus there are double degrees which usually take at least four years full-time). Work Integrated Learning (WIL)A range of experiences that integrate theory with work experience, allowing you to develop your networks, put theory into practice and gain career-ready skills.

Undergraduate Guide 2018150 | Applying to La Trobe

Applying to La Trobe

Choose your courseBrowse this guide and our website to find the course that suits you. Check our website for more information, or you can contact us on 1300 135 045 if you have any questions.

latrobe.edu.au/courses

Planning a pathwaySometimes things don’t go to plan and you may not get the ATAR you were hoping for. In this case, you can use a pathway course as a stepping stone. There are pathway options for every course so make sure you do your research now. You can also contact the Future Students Centre on 1300 135 045 to find out more about your individual circumstances.

Read more about our pathways at: latrobe.edu.au/pathways

Check your course requirementsAlong with considering your ATAR, some courses have other requirements like prerequisites, interviews or portfolio presentations. Check the prerequisites and any extra requirements for your course.

ApplyAll school students applying for an undergraduate place need to apply through VTAC (or you can apply through UAC for courses offered at the Mildura, Albury-Wodonga or Sydney campuses).

Check your subject bonus criteriaIt’s also worth noting a course’s clearly-in ATAR from the previous year and its subject bonus criteria. These criteria may take your results from certain Year 12 subjects into consideration, along with any disadvantage you may have experienced in your studies. Check for subject bonus criteria when viewing our courses online.

Accept your OfferCongratulations! If you are offered a place, you’ll receive a letter of offer from VTAC or UAC, then an email from us. To accept your offer, all you need to do is enrol online.

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Choose your courseBrowse this guide and our website to find the course that suits you. Check our website for more information, or you can contact us on 1300 135 045 if you have any questions.

latrobe.edu.au/courses

Come and visit usCome to one of our events to get a taste of life at La Trobe and have your questions answered in person.

latrobe.edu.au/events

Check your course requirementsSome courses have requirements like prerequisites, interviews or portfolio presentations. Check the prerequisites and any extra requirements for your course.We also recommend mature-age applicants complete a VTAC Personal Statement.

ApplyCall us on 1300 135 045 for more information about your application options. Or go to our website to talk to us via live chat.

latrobe.edu.au/chat

Check your pathways optionsIf you think you may not meet the entry requirements or prerequisites for your preferred course, we can help. We offer a range of pathways including:

• preparatory programs

• course transfer options

• credit for TAFE study.

latrobe.edu.au/study/how-to-apply/your-options

Accept your offerCongratulations! If you are offered a place, you’ll receive a letter of offer, then an email from us. To accept your offer, all you need to do is enrol online.

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Undergraduate Guide 2018152 | Different ways into university

Aspire Early Admissions ProgramOur Aspire Program recognises the positive impact you’ve had within your community or school. All you have to do is demonstrate your leadership and/or community engagement experience. We’ll also ask you to demonstrate the extent of your impact on your community. We’ll consider this, along with your academic results, when making Aspire offers. Find out more on page 12 and visit:

latrobe.edu.au/aspire

Access schemesAccess schemes may grant special consideration to your application due to your personal circumstances. The program relevant to you is the Special Entry Access Scheme (SEAS) if you’re applying through VTAC, or the Educational Access Scheme (EAS) if you’re applying through UAC.

Study in SydneyStudy a pathway program in the heart of Sydney’s CBD. La Trobe University’s Sydney Campus offers two diplomas – the Diploma of Business and the Diploma of Information Technology, which lead into the second year of Bachelor’s degrees offered at our Sydney Campus. Find out more:

latrobe.edu.au/sydney

La Trobe MelbourneComplete a diploma at La Trobe Melbourne and go directly into the second year of a La Trobe University degree. Read more on page 154.

There’s more than one way to get into university. You can start directly after Year 12, study a pathway course through TAFE or La Trobe Melbourne, or take time to work or travel and start university later. We’re all different, so choose the path that suits you best.

‘Participating in the VCE Plus program has been a fantastic experience and a great opportunity to pick up a subject that will help me determine my future career path. It has been wonderful to be involved in the La Trobe program and it means that I can experience further education while completing my Year 12 studies.

All the VCE Plus mentors have been helpful and supportive and are always there to provide support when it is needed. It’s also been so much fun to make some new friends who are undertaking the same specific studies as you.’

Isabella Clarke2016 VCE Plus student

Different ways into university

http://latrobe.edu.au/sydney

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You’re in Year 12 and definitely applying to universityGreat! All you need to do is choose a course and apply. You may also be interested in our Aspire Early Admissions Program which may see you receiving a conditional offer as early as September (details on page 12).

You’re in Year 12 and not sure you want to go to university right awayYou don’t have to start university straight away. You can defer your offer, work, enrol in a TAFE program, enrol in a single subject at La Trobe or apply as a non-Year 12 applicant later. Read the other information on this page to find out more.

You’re in Year 12 but not sure if you’ll get into your preferred La Trobe courseYou need a ‘Plan B’. Here are some good options:

Apply for your preferred course and a related course with lower entry requirements. Or, if you’ve already applied, you can use the Change of Preference period to select other courses for your preference list. If you get into a related course and do well, you may be able to transfer into your preferred course later with credit for some, or all, of your subjects.

Apply for a related TAFE course and start university later (see You’re a TAFE student or graduate on the right hand side of this page).

Complete a diploma at La Trobe Melbourne and go directly into the second year of a La Trobe University degree (details on page 154).

Enrol in single subjects at La Trobe and use your results to apply for some La Trobe courses later. This way you’ll get a taste of university now and you may get full credit for the subject(s) you complete when you start your course.

You’re interested in more than one La Trobe courseMany of our courses allow you to transfer if you change your mind or decide that you want to specialise later. Our Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Business, Bachelor of Science and Bachelor of Health Sciences are especially flexible – you can do general studies in these disciplines during your first year and choose to specialise in your second year. Transferring is also a great option if you don’t have the entry requirements for your preferred course. Start a related course, do well, and get into your preferred course later.

You’re in year 11 and keen to experience universityYou can study a pair of first year university subjects alongside your Year 12 studies. Apply for the VCE Plus program while you are in Year 11 for a place in the program the following year. You get to experience university life, get a head start on your studies, and the subjects count towards your VCE and ATAR. You’ll also have access to the exclusive VCE Plus Pathway, which means you may receive an early offer for selected courses based on your performance in your VCE Plus subjects rather than your ATAR. Find out more: latrobe.edu.au/vceplus

You finished Year 12 a year ago, or moreIf you’re not a school-leaver when you apply, universities classify you as a non-Year 12 applicant. The exception is if you have not completed any additional study since leaving Year 12. In this case you’re still considered a Year 12 applicant and can apply on the basis of your ATAR and prerequisites. Depending on your ATAR you may be able to gain entry directly into your preferred course. You can apply through our Work Recognition Program (see page 157), or sit a Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) if you will be over 21 by 31 December in the year you will commence your studies. Alternatively, you can transfer from another university or TAFE course, complete a diploma at La Trobe Melbourne (see page 154), or complete two subjects at La Trobe as a pathway into some courses.

You’re a TAFE student or graduateLa Trobe has agreements with many TAFEs. This means that you’ll receive credit (or Advanced Standing) for your TAFE studies when you enrol in a related La Trobe degree, and in many cases have access to guaranteed entry into the second year of a related Bachelor’s program. You may qualify for Advanced Standing even if your TAFE isn’t linked to La Trobe. See page 156 for details or call us on 1300 135 045 to find out more.

You’re at another uni and you want to transfer to La TrobeSimply apply to La Trobe through VTAC/UAC as a non-Year 12 applicant. You may also be able to apply direct to La Trobe, call us on 1300 135 045 to find out more.

You didn’t finish Year 12You may be eligible to apply for Mature-Age Special Entry if you will be over 21 by 31 December in the year you will commence your studies. Find out more about pathways into La Trobe for mature-age students on page 157.

http://latrobe.edu.au/vceplus

Undergraduate Guide 2018154 | La Trobe Melbourne

Complete a diploma at La Trobe Melbourne and go directly into the second year of a La Trobe University degree.

La Trobe Melbourne

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LA TROBE UNIVERSITYLA TROBE MELBOURNESECONDARY SCHOOL

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‘Being a mature-age student, who didn’t meet the prerequisites to get directly into university, La Trobe Melbourne was the ideal pathway for me.

Personalised learning, modern facilities and teachers who are expert in their fields made for an easy transition into university life.

I’d recommend La Trobe Melbourne to anyone looking for a second chance of pursuing something they enjoy.

Now I’m heading into a career in biochemistry and biotechnology, but above all, I now love what I do.’

Byron Colin-ThorneLa Trobe Melbourne student

La Trobe Melbourne offers the following six diplomas in a personalised and supportive learning setting, with small class sizes and additional teacher time:

• Diploma of Health Sciences

• Diploma of Bioscience

• Diploma of Business

• Diploma of Information Technology

• Diploma of Engineering

• Diploma of Mass Media and Communication.

The subjects you study as part of your diploma are equivalent to the first year of study at La Trobe University. Once you complete your diploma and meet all entry requirements you’ll move straight into the second year of a La Trobe University course.

La Trobe Melbourne is located in the iconic Sylvia Walton Building at La Trobe University’s Melbourne Campus. Students experience university life from day one, with full access to La Trobe’s sporting facilities, on-campus accommodation, study spaces, clubs and societies.

DurationYou can finish your diploma in 12 months or choose to ‘fast track’ it and finish in eight months.

La Trobe Melbourne has intakes in February, June and October each year.

Applying to La Trobe MelbourneApplying to La Trobe Melbourne is simple. Choose a diploma (see list left) and add it to your list of VTAC preferences during the next VTAC application period.

To qualify for La Trobe Melbourne, you’ll need to complete all necessary subject prerequisites and achieve a satisfactory ATAR.

If you’re applying as a non-Year 12 student, La Trobe Melbourne will consider your ATAR and relevant work experience, or your Certificate IV results.

Pre-universityLA TROBE UNIVERSITYLA TROBE MELBOURNESECONDARY SCHOOL

Year 1Diploma

Year 12 or equivalent

Year 2

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http://latrobemelbourne.edu.au

Undergraduate Guide 2018156 | TAFE/VET pathways into La Trobe

TAFE/VET pathways into La Trobe

Many of our students come to us from Vocational Education and Training (VET) providers. These include TAFE institutes, adult and community education providers, industry skills centres and commercial training providers.

VET gives you the skills for a range of employment options. It can also help you get into the La Trobe University course of your choice.

Coming from a VET course may qualify you for Advanced Standing, which is credit granted for recognised studies. Advanced Standing may allow you to complete your course faster. Many of our VET pathways also provide students with guaranteed entry into a Bachelor’s degree.

Here is a sample pathway:

Popular pathwaysHere’s a very small snapshot of our pathways. You’ll find many more online: latrobe.edu.au/pathways

Basically, when you complete specified courses, you’ll be guaranteed Advanced Standing into a relevant La Trobe degree.

These courses … Give you ... For these courses

Diploma of Accounting 8 subjects/120 credit pointsBachelor of Business Bachelor of Business (Accounting)

Diploma of Business Diploma of Management

8 subjects/120 credit points Bachelor of Business

Diploma of Early Childhood, Education and Care

8 subjects/120 credit points Bachelor of Early Learning

Diploma of Community Services Work

8 subjects/120 credit pointsBachelor of Human Services and Master of Social Work

Diploma of Nursing (Enrolled – Division 2 Nursing)

11 subjects/165 credit points Bachelor of Nursing (Enrolled Nurse)

Our partnersIn regional Victoria, most TAFEs are located next to a La Trobe University campus, so going to uni is just a natural extension of your TAFE studies

Melbourne Regional Victoria

AFL SportsReady Bendigo Kangan Institute (formerly Bendigo TAFE)

Bendigo Kangan Institute (formerly Kangan Institute) Goulburn Ovens Institute of TAFE

Box Hill Institute Sunraysia Institute of TAFE

Chisholm Institute Wodonga Institute of TAFE

Melbourne Polytechnic TAFE NSW Riverina Institute

SEDA GROUP

Institute of Health and Nursing Australia

Southern Cross Education Institute

La Trobe Melbourne

Victorian Institute of Technology

Degree qualification

La Trobe Uni degree/Year 3

La Trobe Uni degree/Year 2

TAFE diploma/Year 1

Accounting and information technology at Chisholm InstituteAccounting graduates are among the most employable in the world. Our Bachelor of Accounting is built on a strong foundation of business and interpersonal skills. You can start at Chisholm Institute by taking the Certificate IV and Diploma of Accounting, and then move into the second year of La Trobe’s Bachelor of Accounting, offered at Chisholm’s Dandenong Campus.

The Bachelor of Information Technology has a strong industry focus, giving you the chance to develop a medium-sized software program in your final year. You’ll cover social and ethical issues such as computer hacking, software pirating and security breaches along with IT fundamentals. You can start at Chisholm Institute by taking the Certificate IV in Information Technology and the Diploma of Software Development.

You then enter the second year of La Trobe’s Bachelor of IT, offered at Chisholm’s Dandenong Campus. For more information about these courses, please visit:

chisholm.edu.au/pathways

Agriculture and technology at Melbourne PolytechnicStudy viticulture, winemaking, agribusiness and aquaculture with this industry-focused degree, taught in partnership with Melbourne Polytechnic. You’ll complete the Bachelor of Agriculture and Technology at Melbourne Polytechnic’s Epping Campus, where you will have access to some of Australia’s best industrial facilities, including a commercial scale aquaculture centre with indoor recirculating systems, several commercial vineyards, a broad acre farm, and cell grazing systems and laboratories. For more information, please visit:

melbournepolytechnic.edu.au/pathways/pathways-into-another-university/

http://chisholm.edu.au/pathways

http://melbournepolytechnic.edu.au/pathways/pathways-into-another-university/

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La Trobe for mature-age students

If you’re aged 21 or over, or will turn 21 in the year that you start your course, you’re considered a mature-age student. However, how you apply to La Trobe depends on the study you’ve completed or the work experience you’ve gained so far.

What’s your situation? You’ve finished Year 12

Apply through VTAC or UAC. You may also be able to apply direct to the University. Please check our website for details.

• You can choose to supplement your application by sitting a Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) Multiple Choice (more information below).

• You may be able to gain entry into some courses based on your work experience (see Work Recognition Program).

• You may be eligible for a La Trobe Melbourne diploma (see page 154) which leads to second year in a range of La Trobe Bachelor’s programs.

You’ve done some study at TAFE or uni

Apply to VTAC or UAC. You may also be able to apply direct to the University.

• You may be able to use your studies at TAFE or uni (whether completed or not) to help you get into a course at La Trobe.

• You may wish to supplement your application by sitting a STAT Multiple Choice. See below for more information about STAT.

• You may be able get into some courses based on your work experience (see Work Recognition Program).

• You may be eligible for a La Trobe Melbourne diploma (see page 154) which leads to second year in a range of La Trobe Bachelor’s programs.

You haven’t completed VCE or equivalent

• You may be eligible for one of our courses even if you haven’t finished VCE or studied at TAFE or another university.

• You can sit a Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) Multiple Choice and apply through our Mature-Age Special Entry Scheme.

• Successfully complete our Tertiary Enabling Program and you may be accepted into one of our courses (see right).

• You may be able to gain entry to some courses based on your work experience as an alternative to sitting the STAT Multiple Choice (see Work Recognition Program).

• You may be eligible for a La Trobe Melbourne diploma (see page 154) which leads to second year in a range of La Trobe Bachelor programs.

Alternative entry methodsSpecial Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT)

The STAT Multiple Choice is an aptitude test. It consists of 70 questions designed to assess a range of competencies considered important for success in tertiary study. You’ll have to sit the STAT if you don’t have an academic record (VCE/HSC or equivalent) and you’re applying through our Mature-Age Special Entry Scheme. Our Work Recognition Program (see right) is an alternative to the STAT for eligible courses.

You can choose to sit the STAT Multiple Choice even if you have an academic record. Some people do this to supplement their application, as their academic record may not reflect their competency. Speak with a selection officer before you decide.

La Trobe welcomes mature-age students. In fact, around a third of our students fall into this category. Some have completed secondary school, others haven’t.


Our Work Recognition Program is designed to help future students enter university for the first time, regardless of whether or not you’ve completed Year 12.

To be eligible under this program, you will need a minimum of 12 months' full-time paid employment and be at least 21 years of age in the year that you intend to start study. You don’t need any formal academic qualifications.

We currently offer entry into a select range of courses as listed on our website:

latrobe.edu.au/study/how-to-apply/your-options/work-recognition-program

Tertiary Enabling Program (TEP)

Our free 17-week program gives you strong foundation skills and strategies for learning across a variety of interrelated subject areas, to ensure you reach tertiary level by the completion of the program.

TEP is designed for students who are 18-plus years of age, keen and willing to learn, and prepared to dedicate time and effort to the program. Upon successful completion, you'll be eligible for consideration for a number of our degrees.

Find out more:latrobe.edu.au/study/how-to-apply/your-options/tep

Other things you need to doCheck the non-Year 12 extra requirements for your chosen course.

You’ll find these on our website: latrobe.edu.au/courses

We highly recommend that all non-Year 12 applicants complete the VTAC Personal Statement online – or, if you’re applying through UAC, the University’s Personal Information (Pi) form (visit: latrobe.edu.au/applyuac ). This gives you the opportunity to tell us about yourself, your experiences, your skills and your ambitions. Other extra requirements might include subject-specific tests or personal essays.

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Scholarships at La Trobe

Some scholarships recognise exceptional academic or sporting performance, or significant contributions to your community. Others are designed to support students experiencing financial hardship or disadvantage. In 2016, we awarded $3,272,644 to scholarship recipients, including 419 new scholarships with a total value of $942,473.

Winning a scholarship can help you pay your HECS debt and assist with the cost of living, so you can focus on your studies. Scholarships can include funds towards accommodation, uni start-up costs or other expenses.

They often involve non-financial support as well, like mentorships, paid or unpaid work experience, the opportunity to be a paid university Ambassador, and industry contacts.

Many scholarships are exclusively available to students from regional areas, Indigenous Australians, students in residence at University accommodation, students studying at regional campuses or students enrolled in particular courses. You’ll find a full list of our scholarships at:

latrobe.edu.au/scholarships

We believe in making university accessible to everyone, so we offer a huge range of scholarships to help our students succeed.

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La Trobe Access Scholarship$3,000 per year of full-time study

You’ll receive $3,000 each year of your course to help with the expenses involved with starting university.

La Trobe’s Access Scholarships are for students commencing tertiary studies for the first time who have experienced financial hardship and/or educational disadvantage. This includes financial disadvantage, caring responsibilities, having a non-English speaking background, having an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander background, coming from a rural or regional area, or living with disability. La Trobe will award 100 Access Scholarships for students in 2017.

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Undergraduate Guide 2018160 | Managing the costs of going to university

Course costsThe Commonwealth Government subsidises undergraduate uni places (known as Commonwealth Supported Places, or CSPs) for all Australian students, so you only have to pay part of the cost of your course. The amount you pay depends on your subjects, because the government gives different priority to different disciplines – dividing them into bands. See the table below for student contribution rates for full-time students starting in CSPs in 2017.

Student services and amenities fee

La Trobe University charges a compulsory Student Services and Amenities Fee in two half-year periods. In 2017, the fee is $147 per half-year period for a full-time student, and $110 per half-year period for a part-time student. The fee applies to all students, with some exceptions determined by the University Council. For more information and a full list of exceptions, please visit:

latrobe.edu.au/students/fees/student-amenities-fee Textbooks

Textbook prices vary widely – some are around the price of an average paperback, while others cost as much as $100 or more. To help you avoid big expenses, all prescribed textbooks are available from the La Trobe library. Many are also available from second-hand bookshops.

Uni costs include the contribution you need to pay towards the overall cost of your course, a compulsory administration fee, money for textbooks and equipment, and living expenses.

Where to get helpLoans to cover course costs: HECS-HELP

You may be eligible for a loan via the government’s HECS-HELP scheme which allows you to borrow the amount of your student contribution and pay it back once you’re in the workforce and earning more than a certain amount. For the 2016–2017 income year, the compulsory repayment threshold is $54,282. Read more on CSPs and HECS-HELP at:

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You may also be eligible for a loan for the Student Services and Amenities Fee under a Higher Education Loan Program called SA-HELP. You can apply by completing an SA-HELP form with a valid Tax File Number. All other students must pay the fee directly to the University. Student loans

If you need help to cover the cost of books, equipment, computer software and hardware, or work placements, you can apply for a student loan. Scholarships

La Trobe students have access to a huge range of scholarships. Some scholarships are based on financial need and educational disadvantage, and others on academic achievement in Year 12. For more information and application forms, see pages 158-159 or visit:

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Managing the costs of going to university

How to budgetBudgeting is about knowing your weekly income, calculating how much you need for essentials and what’s left over, and setting aside savings for unexpected expenses. Before you start uni, try writing up a weekly or monthly estimate of your income and expenses.

Estimate how much money you’ll have each week from your job, parents, Centrelink and/or scholarship and how much you’ll spend – include everything! Then work out how much cash you’ll need each week for day-to-day expenses, and only ever withdraw this amount. Get more tips on our website:

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BandAnnual (full-time) 2017 student contribution

Examples of disciplines

1 Up to $6,349Humanities, behavioural science, social studies, education, clinical psychology, foreign language studies, visual and performing arts, nursing.

2 Up to $9,050Computing, built environment, other health, allied health, engineering, surveying, agriculture, mathematics, statistics, science.

3 Up to $10,596Law, dentistry, medicine, veterinary science, accounting, administration, economics, commerce.

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On-campus accommodation is convenient, economical and secure, and comes with a built-in social and support network.

Does coming to uni mean you’ll be living away from home for the first time? Our dedicated support staff are here to make sure your move to college life is smooth and stress-free.

Living on campus, you’ll have access to free academic mentoring and support, including regular study groups, a textbook borrowing scheme, specialist subject tutors and visiting guest speakers.

Develop lifelong friendships and experience a collegiate atmosphere with a variety of activities and clubs to choose from. Our social engagement coordinators are always thinking of new ways for our residents to have fun!

Classes are only a short walk away, and the library is at your fingertips. You’ll live comfortably and enjoy excellent facilities in our residential colleges, including serviced bedrooms, dining halls and computer labs as well as areas for you to work out, chill out and study.

Living at La Trobe is more than just a place to stay. You’ll have great experiences and make exciting memories as a part of a supportive and social community.

All about accommodation

We offer a variety of on-campus accommodation options, including residential colleges and self-contained units. We can also help you with information and advice about off-campus accommodation.

Check out on-campus accommodation in person at our Open Days and several other La Trobe events. Applications for 2018 open in August 2017.

There’s high demand for on-campus accommodation, so it’s important to apply as early as you can (by December 2017 at the latest) – even before you find out whether you’re received an offer for a La Trobe course.

For more information about the accommodation options available for you, including a full list and description of our accommodation sites, visit:

latrobe.edu.au/accommodation

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Events in 2017

We run and attend events throughout the year so you can get to know more about La Trobe. Here are the main events for future students.

Experience La TrobeOn campus

With a wide range of interactive workshops on offer, Experience La Trobe is your chance to be a uni student for a day. See what life is really like at La Trobe, attend workshops, meet with teaching staff, and research your study interests. Places are limited so register now!

VCE and Careers Expo Caulfield Racecourse

Meet La Trobe staff and students at Australia’s biggest careers expo. Find VCE resources, information about university, TAFE and training courses, career advice, and gap year ideas.

Change of Preference Advisory Week On campus

Come to La Trobe and speak with our expert staff about preferences, course information and planning a pathway into your dream course.

Open Day

On campus

Welcome to La Trobe! We open our campuses to prospective students, friends and family. You’ll get the chance to speak to academics, tour our facilities and attend course information sessions.

Apply Direct On campus

Held throughout the year, our Apply Direct advisory events give you the chance to have one-on-one time with our expert course advisors. Eligible applicants can bring along academic transcripts, their resume and certified copies of their qualifications to make a direct application to La Trobe on the spot.

The HSC and Careers Expo Royal Hall of Industries, Moore Park, Sydney

Visit the La Trobe stand at the HSC and Careers Expo. This event showcases a huge range of career opportunities from employment to education and training in the trades, corporate and professional sectors.

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Melbourne

Month Date/s Event name Venue or locationApril 7 Experience La Trobe (Autumn) La Trobe University Melbourne Campus

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VCE and Careers Expo

Career Practitioners’ Seminar

Next Generation Youth Forum

Caulfield Racecourse

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July 6 Experience La Trobe (Winter) La Trobe University Melbourne Campus

August 6 Open Day La Trobe University Melbourne Campus

December TBC* Change of Preference Advisory Week La Trobe University Melbourne Campus

Bendigo

Month Date/s Event name Venue or location

April 3-7 Campus Talk and Tours La Trobe University Bendigo Campus

July 5 Experience La Trobe La Trobe University Bendigo Campus

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CP PD Day and VTAC Briefing Session

Open Day

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La Trobe University Bendigo Campus

September 25-29 Campus Talk and Tours La Trobe University Bendigo Campus

December TBC* Change of Preference Advisory Week La Trobe University Bendigo Campus

Albury-Wodonga


May 26 Experience La Trobe La Trobe University Albury-Wodonga Campus

August 12 Open Day La Trobe University Albury-Wodonga Campus

December TBC* Change of Preference Advisory Week La Trobe University Albury-Wodonga Campus

Mildura


July 7 Experience La Trobe La Trobe University Mildura Campus

August 16 Open Day La Trobe University Mildura Campus

December TBC* Change of Preference Advisory Week La Trobe University Mildura Campus

Shepparton


April 27 Careers Day Out La Trobe University Shepparton Campus

July 4 Experience La Trobe La Trobe University Shepparton Campus

August 4 Open Day La Trobe University Shepparton Campus

December TBC* Change of Preference Advisory Week La Trobe University Shepparton Campus

Sydney


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HSC and Careers Expo

Western Sydney Careers Expo

Moore Park

Sydney Olympic Park

July 7 Experience La Trobe La Trobe University Sydney Campus

August 4 Open Day La Trobe University Sydney Campus

December TBC* Change of Preference Advisory Week La Trobe University Sydney Campus

Calendar of events – 2017

*Change of Preference Advisory Week to be confirmed pending VTAC/UAC dates.

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Giving you the chance to be the difference in your communityIf you’re a high-school student in years 9 to 12, you’re eligible to be part of the Aspire Generation: a group of young people connected by an ambition to make a difference through community service and leadership.

As a member, you’ll connect with like-minded peers and have access to a variety of service and leadership opportunities.

To find out more and apply, please visit: latrobe.edu.au/study/aspire/aspire-generation

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