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Bachelor of Laws (Graduate Entry)

Build practical training. Advocate for social justice. Build specialised knowledge.

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Student ?
Campus ?
Delivery ?
On Campus
Duration
3 years full-time, or part-time equivalent
Starts
  • Autumn 2025
  • Autumn 2026
Codes
CRICOS: 094206G
UOW: 1882

Overview

The Bachelor of Laws (Graduate Entry) is for students that currently hold a degree in an area other than law, and are considering a legal education to either practice law, or further your career in areas of business, government, not-for-profit and international relations. Engage with the complexities of the law as you explore how to achieve social justice when you study law at UOW. You will be equipped with a comprehensive legal education that provides a thorough grounding in the law, as well as a real-world focus on practical skills and an understanding of the social and ethical context in which the law operates.

How does the law interact with society? How can we advocate for social justice while upholding the law?

On completion of this degree, you will be able to answer these questions and more as your enter traditional careers in the legal profession and a wide range of complementary careers.

See the course handbook for more information.

You'll benefit by learning from recognised and passionate leaders in their fields.

You will learn core fundamentals across practical and theoretical subjects in the first year of your degree before deciding which electives to focus on from the second year. You will develop key skills in legal research, interviewing, legal drafting, advocacy and negotiation.

You'll be immersed in practical, hands-on learning as you build a contextual legal education. You will also gain practical experience during a legal internship where you will gain highly valued industry experience.

Throughout this degree, you will gain hands-on experience, make meaningful professional connections and be given the opportunity to study abroad. International law graduates who wish to practice law in Australia may complete this Graduate Entry course to be recognised for admission as a lawyer in Australia (subject to completion of Practical Legal Training).

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Careers

  • Barrister
  • Commercial Lawyer
  • Criminal Defence Lawyer
  • Diplomat
  • Government Policy Advisor
  • In-House Legal Adviser
  • Intellectual Property Lawyer
  • Legal Consultant
  • Magistrate
  • Media Lawyer
  • Politician
  • Prosecutor
  • Research Officer
  • Solicitor in Private Practice or Community Legal Centre
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Accreditation & professional recognition

The Bachelor of Laws is accredited by the Legal Profession Admission Board. By completing your law degree at UOW, you are completing an academic qualification that is recognised for admission as a lawyer in Australia, subject to completing state-approved Practical Legal Training (PLT). Further details for NSW admissions can be found at the Legal Profession Admission Board website.

Admissions information

A range of admission options are available for future students. The procedures governing admission are defined in UOW's Admissions Procedures, and the UOW College Admissions Policy.

For specific advice or to ask any questions regarding an application, please contact the UOW Future Students Team.

To be eligible for admission into this degree, you must have completed an undergraduate degree. The UOW School of Law requires a minimum average mark of 70% (or the GPA/WAM equivalent). If an applicant's mark is lower, the school may consider other factors, such as:

  • The nature of any previous course of study and the subjects undertaken therein
  • Relevant professional experience
  • Any personal statement provided by the applicant

 


Compulsory Work Based Placement
Undertaking a work-integrated learning experience during your university education is now a significant contributor to being competitive in securing employment in your field of choice when you graduate from UOW.
Law students will complete a Legal Internship subject (LLB3397). This subject is the vehicle for a practical placement, completed over 4 weeks (totaling 140 hours, at 35 hours per week). It is designed to expose students to the application of the law in practice; enable students to understand the importance of developing the skills of legal research, communication, drafting, practice management, and problem solving; and enable students to observe and reflect upon the values, ethical standards, and conduct of the legal profession in practice.



More detail

International Course fees table
Campus Delivery method Session fee* Course fee*
LiverpoolOn Campus$21432 (2025)$128592 (2025)
WollongongOn Campus$21432 (2025)$128592 (2025)
LiverpoolOn Campus$21432 (2026)$128592 (2026)
WollongongOn Campus$21432 (2026)$128592 (2026)

* Session fees are for one session for the year shown. Total course tuition fees shown are indicative, and are based on normal course length and progression. These fees are subject to change from year to year. However, if you receive an offer to study at UOW, your fees will be fully confirmed at the time of your offer.

Tuition fees are reviewing annually: fees payable are dependent on the year of commencement and are subject to increase during the period of study

Additional Fees

In addition to tuition, there are other fees and costs you will need to consider, including but not limited to: