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Law & Justice

Bachelor of Laws

Be challenged to tackle tomorrow’s big issues equipped with the values, skills and qualities needed in an ever-changing world with a Bachelor of Laws from Australia’s #1 law faculty (QS World University Rankings by Subject, 2025).ÌýÌý

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Study Law differently at ºÚÁÏÍø´óʼÇÌý

Join our diverse cohort of interdisciplinary thinkers who combine their passion for law and justice with a second degree from a wide range of disciplines. The Bachelor of Laws at ºÚÁÏÍø´óÊÂ¼Ç gives you the chance to develop legal expertise alongside skills in another field. This double-degree approach opens a wider range of career opportunities and perspectives, all while studying at a leading Go8 university.ÌýºÚÁÏÍø´óÊÂ¼Ç Law & JusticeÌýis ranked #1 in Australia and #12 globally for law and legal studies (QS World University Rankings by Subject, 2025).

For over 50 years, ºÚÁÏÍø´óÊÂ¼Ç Law & Justice has led the way with a teaching approach that swaps large lecture halls for seminar-style classes of around 40 students, where active participation, debate and critical thinking are central. This distinctive learning environment fosters deeper engagement and prepares you to apply your knowledge in real-world contexts — including opportunities to work directly with clients and lawyers at our community legal centre.Ìý

Here, you’ll develop the values, legal skills and qualities needed to become a qualified legal practitioner or pursue a career in related fields. Plus, you’ll do it all within a faculty driven by an ethos of justice for all.ÌýÌý

Explore your possibilities when studying Law at ºÚÁÏÍø´óʼÇ

Click through below to learn more about what you can achieve when studying with ºÚÁÏÍø´óÊÂ¼Ç Law & Justice.

  • ºÚÁÏÍø´óÊÂ¼Ç Law & Justice takes an interactive approach to learning. We've swapped large lecture halls for intimate, seminar-style settings that foster participation and engagement and close-knit student-teacher relationships.

    We’ll challenge your mind through debate and interactive discussions about legal issues to develop your reasoning, legal research, analysis, argument and negotiation skills. When you graduate, you’ll set yourself apart with the core skills employers are looking for, including communication, teamwork, collaboration and problem-solving abilities.Ìý

    During your Bachelor of Laws, you’ll study the core courses – also known as the Priestly 11 – you need to be admitted for legal practice in the Supreme Courts of Australian states and territories.Ìý

    You’ll develop a strong understanding of administrative law, civil procedure, company law, constitutional law, contract law, criminal law and procedure, equity and trusts, evidence, ethics and professional conduct, property law and torts.ÌýÌýÌý

    Plus, with seven law electives, you'll expand your expertise in commercial law, international law, human rights law, intellectual property and family law.Ìý

  • Build your skillset, confidence and career opportunities so you can start making a difference in your community from day one. Apply your knowledge to the real world, with integrated learning opportunities including internships,  case and mooting competitions, clinics and through .Ìý

  • If you’ve got a strong sense of justice, a Bachelor of Laws gives you the knowledge and tools to identify deficiencies in the legal system and make changes to improve it. Many lawyers and barristers go on to work in policy and law reform, a highly rewarding career path.Ìý

    Throughout your law degree, you’ll learn from academic staff who have been instrumental in law reform and debate, including prison reform, the idea of bills of rights and better commercial laws.ÌýÌý

    For over 50 years, ºÚÁÏÍø´óÊÂ¼Ç Law & Justice has championed greater diversity in the profession, educating lawyers from all backgrounds and building a more representative legal system. Our first graduating class in 1976 included our first Indigenous graduate, and today, more than 100 Indigenous students have completed programs with us. Ìý

  • Almost 50% of our students graduate with international experience. As part of your law degree, you’ll have the opportunity to complete overseas law electives at leading law schools in China, the USA, Switzerland, India, Vanuatu or Chile. You could also take part in a student exchange at one of more than 300 exchange hosts across 38 countries.Ìý

    If you want to extend yourself even further, you may also be eligible to gain an LLM from Hong Kong University (HKU) with the ºÚÁÏÍø´óʼÇ-HKU Masters Pathway Program.Ìý ºÚÁÏÍø´óÊÂ¼Ç Law & Justice and HKU Law Faculty have signed a memorandum of understanding. To apply, follow the standard exchange process and indicate your interest in the Pathway Program on your first-semester application to HKU. Ìý

What will you pair with law?Ìý

Double your opportunities with our range of double-degree combinations. Employers seek out our well-rounded graduates for their critical thinking, analytical skills and specialised knowledge. Choose from 20 subject areas – think about what you’re interested in, what you think will challenge you and what you want to do in the future.ÌýÌý

See what our students have to say
What sets Law at ºÚÁÏÍø´óÊÂ¼Ç apart for me is the emphasis on class participation and the smaller class sizes. You really get to know your peers and have deeper, more engaging discussions.​
James Goodyear
Bachelor of Commerce/ Bachelor of Laws student
I really like the way Law is taught at ºÚÁÏÍø´óʼÇ. The smaller class sizes make it easier to engage in discussion, and since the core content comes from readings, class time is focused on applying that knowledge. The conversations are genuinely interesting and something you wouldn’t get in a large lecture.
Angelina Fei
Bachelor of Arts / Bachelor of Laws student

Our reputation can open doors

What jobs could you do with a Bachelor of Laws?Ìý

A ºÚÁÏÍø´óÊÂ¼Ç Bachelor of Laws double degree gives you an edge in the professional world. You’ll study at the #1 law faculty in Australia (QS World University Rankings by Subject, 2025) and a Group of Eight university, learning from academics and practitioners who blend theory with real-world application.Ìý Ìý

Our graduates are among the most sought-after in the country, recognised as the most employable students for six years running (AFR Top100 Future Leaders Awards, 2020–2025). With access to a vast network of alumni, mentors and legal professionals, you’ll build valuable connections and gain hands-on experience through clinics, internships and industry placements.ÌýÌý

Whether you want to practice law or apply your skills in government, business, policy or media, a ºÚÁÏÍø´óÊÂ¼Ç Law degree will help you stand out in a competitive job market. You’ll graduate with in-demand skills like critical thinking, communication and problem-solving, backed by real-world experience that sets you apart.Ìý Ìý

If you choose a legal career, you’ll enter a growing field with strong job prospects and competitive salaries. Solicitor roles are growing 3.7% each year, with an average weekly income of $1,828 (Jobs and Skills Atlas Australia, 2025).ÌýÌý

Whatever your career goals, ºÚÁÏÍø´óʼǒs Bachelor of Laws will get you off to a great start.ÌýÌý

Law Admission Test (LAT)

As part of admission to the ºÚÁÏÍø´óÊÂ¼Ç Bachelor of Laws, students seeking entry in 2026 will be required to sit the Law Admission Test (LAT) through ACER. Registrations are now closed.

2025 key dates:

  • LAT test date: Tuesday, 30 September 2025
  • Results released: Friday, 21 November 2025

ºÚÁÏÍø´óÊÂ¼Ç Law & Justice is making changes to the admissions process to the Bachelor of Laws. For more information, visit our Law Admission Test page.Ìý

How to apply to ºÚÁÏÍø´óʼÇ

Start your journey towards a Bachelor of Laws at ºÚÁÏÍø´óÊÂ¼Ç today. It’s quick and easy to start your application online.ÌýÌý
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Immerse yourself in experiential learning opportunities, including exchange and international courses, internships, clinics and moot courtroom, most of which are credited towards your degree.
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Khushaal’s career in law and social justice

Inspired by the work of his grandmother and aunt in rural India, Bachelor of Arts/Law graduate Khushaal Vyas is a passionate social justice advocate.
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We offer end-to-end legal education so you can complete the qualifications and work experience it takes to be a legal practitioner in Australia.