Study Law

Fast facts

Location: Cairns, Townsville, Online
Starts: January, May, September
Entry requirements:**
ATAR: 75

English (Units 3/4,C)

**This web page is intended as a general guide for domestic students commencing 2024 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.

About Law

Become a member of the legal profession, assisting individuals, corporations and governments in navigating the complex system of laws, rights and responsibilities within Australia, and globally.

You’ll begin your studies by developing an understanding of the institutions and processes that form the backbone of the legal system. You’ll examine the role of law in social, economic, environmental and political contexts, and consider its significance in promoting stable government, economic prosperity, and the protection of individual and cultural rights. Areas of specialisation provide you with the foundations to explore potential fields of practice.

JCU’s Work Integrated Learning opportunities equip you to start your career sooner by providing hands-on experience in a working law firm. Students at the JCU Cairns City, Bada-jali campus benefit from experience inside North Queensland’s first ‘moot court’, which includes e-court facilities to provide practical training.

What career possibilities are there?

A JCU Law degree opens up a wide range of career options. You could pursue a career in government or the private sector in areas such as business and commerce, environment, property, taxation, corporate or family law.

As a graduate of JCU’s Bachelor of Laws, you will be ready to move into practical legal training or a supervised traineeship. Your goal could be to work as a barrister, solicitor, public prosecutor, community lawyer, legal officer, or in-house counsel for large companies.

This course is accredited by the Legal Practitioners Admissions Board (LPAB) and Chief Justice and is an approved qualification for admission to practice law in Queensland. Students wishing to practice should obtain further information from the Legal Practitioners Admissions Board.

How do I find out more?

Chat to us, we’re here to answer your questions if you need help.

Contact us by:
Email - study@jcu.edu.au
Phone - 1800 246 446
Or, visit the Bachelor of Laws course page on our website.