Study Law
One degree. Many directions.
Fast-track your career
Get a head-start on your career with a streamlined 3-year program
Benefit from flexible learning
Study a Law degree that you can complete full-time or part-time, online or on campus
Learn alongside the profession
Be immersed in professional placements and create strong connections to industry throughout your degree
- Experience world-class learning while studying online or on-campus, part-time or full-time.
- Learn from experienced legal academics and practising professionals in small class environments.
- Gain 100 hours of practical legal experience through JCU’s Work Integrated Learning program.
- Develop courtroom skills in moot courts and advocacy sessions led by judges and magistrates.
- Combine your Law degree with Business, Arts or Science for cross-industry expertise.
- Graduate eligible for admission as a practising lawyer, subject to successful completion of the Practical Legal Training (PLT) course.
Bachelor of Laws
Location: Online, Cairns, Townsville
Starts: January, May, September
Entry requirements:* ATAR: 75
Required knowledge: English (Units 3/4, C)
*This web page is intended as a general guide for domestic students commencing 2026 or later. Prospective domestic students and all international applicants should contact the University to confirm admission requirements and the availability of courses. Information is correct at the time of publishing. James Cook University reserves the right to alter any course or admission requirement without prior notice.
What career possibilities are there?
You could work in law firms, government departments, legal aid, business or community organisations. Career paths include a judge, solicitor, barrister, in-house counsel, public prosecutor, community lawyer, legal researcher or corporate legal advisor. This course is accredited by the Legal Practitioners Admissions Board and approved for admission to legal practice in Queensland.
"I have always wanted to help Indigenous people in my career. Even from the beginning, I have planned to go into native title, constitutional law, policy making, or anywhere that I can help to create a direct, positive impact on the lives of Indigenous people."
Rikisha Phineasa
Bachelor of Laws – Student
"The teaching staff at JCU have been exceptional in their dedication to student success. Lecturers consistently go beyond their roles to ensure that all students have the necessary knowledge and skills to excel, conducting classes and synthesis sessions professionally and thoroughly."
Colin Richard Hocking
Bachelor of Laws – Student
"The small class groups make it easy to learn and build strong friendships which act as good support networks for your degree. It's also nice having that close connection with your lecturers. It was so easy to engage with a diverse group of individuals and maintain those relationships throughout the whole of my degree."
Celena Kareme Joham
Bachelor of Laws – Alumni
Confirm that you meet the entry requirements for the Bachelor of Laws degree and note the QTAC code.
To apply for entry into the Bachelor of Laws degree please submit your application via QTAC.
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