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Bachelor of Laws (Graduate Entry)

Take on a new challenge in the legal profession. If you have an undergraduate degree in another discipline, this graduate entry degree gives you the opportunity for a rewarding career in law. Designed to produce qualified lawyers with a practical focus, this degree covers all the academic courses required for admission as a legal practitioner in Australia.

In this program you will:

  • Research answers to legal problems, prepare advice and present legal arguments, observe court proceedings, and partake in simulated court presentations
  • Further develop your skills by working with Legal Service clients under legal supervision in law professional practice, or undertake a legal internship

Location

CRICOS code

080427K

Duration

3 years 3 years Full-time or equivalent part-time Only a full-time option is available to international students on a Student visa. Online programs are not available to Student visa holders.
Full-time or equivalent part-time Only a full-time option is available to international students on a Student visa. Online programs are not available to Student visa holders.

Indicative fees

Indicative 2025 fees (A$)

A$16,320 - 2024 Fees CSP
CSP
A$25,000 Annual fee
Annual fee

QTAC code

018211 014803

Start

  • Semester 1
  • Semester 1

First year only offered at this location.

Start
  • Semester 1
  • Semester 1
Delivery mode
  • Blended Learning
Total courses
24
Total units
288
Duration
3 years 3 years
CRICOS code
080427K
UniSC program code
AR391
Program structure
Introductory Courses (4) 48 units

LAW101 Evidence
LAW102 Professional Conduct
LAW103 Regulation
LAW104 Communication and Thought

Developing and Graduate courses (20) 240 units

14 required courses (168 units):

LAW201 Environment and Health
LAW202 Biodiversity and Ecology
LAW203 Environment, Technology and Sustainability
LAW204 Cell Biology
LAW205 Chemistry
LAW206 Science Research Methods
LAW301 Communicating Sustainability
LAW302 Terrestrial Vertebrate Diversity and Ecology
LAW303 Environmental Health Risk Management
LAW304 Regions, Change and Sustainability
LAW401 Tourism and Leisure Policy and Planning
LAW402 Sustainable Tourism, Leisure and Event Management
LAW403 Foundations of Sustainability
LAW404 Measuring Sustainability

PLUS select 6 elective courses (72 units) from:

Not all electives are offered every year. For a list of current Law elective courses click HERE.

LAW307 Introduction to Mathematics
LAW310 Mathematics Foundations
LAW311 Preparation for Practice 2
LAW312 Drug Therapy
LAW318 Contexts of Practice: Health Alteration
LAW405 Nursing Practice 2
LAW407 Research Foundations for Health Practice
LAW408 Health Law and Ethics
LAW410 Preparation for Practice 3
LAW412 Contexts of Practice: Complex Care
LAW414 Nursing Practice 3
LAW415 Contexts of Practice: Mental Health Care
LAW417 Preparation and Nursing Practice 4
LAW418 Leadership in Clinical Practice
LAW419 Palliative, Rehabilitation and Continuing Care
LAW422 Life Crisis

The following 2 elective courses (24 units) are only available to students who have been accepted into honours in Law:
LAW440 The Child Client
LAW441 Contexts of practice: child, youth and family

NOTE: Program structures are subject to change. Not all UniSC courses are available on every UniSC campus.

Study sequences

Applicants must complete an (unspecified) Australian bachelor degree (AQF Level 7), or equivalent degree from an international university.

Completed graduate diplomas, masters and/or doctorates are accepted equivalents, with a minimum post-secondary volume of study of 3.00 years full-time (or equivalent) of which 1.00 year full-time (or equivalent) must have been completed within the past ten years.

Entry requirements

For entry into most USC undergraduate degree programs, you need to have completed a minimum level of education similar to successful completion of Australian Year 12 with good grades.

Further studies, for example, a semester or more at college or university, can also be considered for entry and may give you credit transfer towards a degree.

Some examples of upper secondary qualifications and a guide to the minimum grades that USC will consider are listed here. These are minimum requirements and do not guarantee entry. Some programs may require higher grades. Alternative qualifications may also be considered on a case by case basis.

If your qualification (grouped by country) is not listed, send the qualification transcripts with your application form to the International Office for assessment.

English language requirements

You will also need to meet the English language requirements for this program. If you do not meet the minimum requirements, you may be able to enrol in our English Language Programs to reach the required level for most of UniSC’s programs (exceptions apply to non-standard English requirement programs).

Program requirements
In order to graduate you must:
  • Successfully complete 288 units as outlined in the Program Structure
Program notes
  • Completing this program within the specified (full-time) duration is based on studying 48 unit points per semester (normally 4 courses) and following the recommended study sequence
  • The unit value of all courses is 12 units unless otherwise specified
  • It is each students responsibility to enrol correctly according to your course requisites, program rules and requirements and be aware of the academic calendar dates
  • Courses within this program are assessed using a variety of assessment methods including essays, seminar presentations, reports, in-class tests and examinations. Not all courses will necessarily include all methods
  • As part of your UniSC program, you may apply to Study Overseas to undertake courses with an overseas higher education provider
  • Refer to the Managing your progression page for help in understanding your program structure, reviewing your progress and planning remaining courses.
  • Semester offerings for Law elective courses are subject to change and are dependent on student demand. For more information on elective availability please contact your Program Coordinator
  • Honours in Law available for high performing students

CSP estimate
A$16,320 - 2024 Fees
Annual tuition fee (A$, 2025)
A$25,000