Bachelor of Laws
Selection rank ATAR / IB**
Starting
Duration
Fees per semester*
CRICOS course code 093922K
85 / 30
Jan, May, Sep
8 semesters (2 years 8 months)
$15,800
Our unique Integrated Skills and Professionalism Program is embedded in the Bachelor of Laws and focuses on core legal skills essential to the practice of law. These skills include: • • • • •
Dispute resolution and collaboration Legal ethics and professionalism Legal research and reasoning Legal writing and drafting Oral communication and advocacy
Specialisations • • • • • • •
Climate Law Contemporary Legal Issues Corporate and Commercial Law International and Comparative Law Legal Practice Legal Transformation Canadian Law and Practice
Major / Double Major • Climate Law • Legal Transformation
Degree Combinations • Bachelor of Actuarial Science / Bachelor of Laws (CRICOS 093910C) • Bachelor of Arts / Bachelor of Laws (CRICOS 093912A) • Bachelor of Biomedical Science / Bachelor of Laws (CRICOS 093911B) • Bachelor of Business / Bachelor of Laws (CRICOS 093909G) • Bachelor of Commerce / Bachelor of Laws (CRICOS 093908G)
• Bachelor of Communication / Bachelor of Laws (CRICOS 093915J) • Bachelor of Communication (Business) / Bachelor of Laws (CRICOS 093914K) • Bachelor of International Relations / Bachelor of Laws (CRICOS 093916G) • Bachelor of Journalism / Bachelor of Laws (CRICOS 093918F) • Bachelor of Psychological Science / Bachelor of Laws (CRICOS 093921M) • Bachelor of Policy, Philosophy and Economics / Bachelor of Laws (CRICOS 107260B)
Further Study at Bond The Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice (CRICOS 098084C), also known as practical legal training (PLT), is the link between your law degree and becoming a practising lawyer. In this program, you will receive extensive, individualised help to find a placement.
Professional Outcomes Potential career outcomes and paths may include: • • • •
Law (lawyer, barrister) In-house legal counsel Government legal advising Business leadership
The Bachelor of Laws is an approved degree for the purposes of admission to legal practice in Australia. To become a legal practitioner you will need to complete a Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice or a traineeship in addition to the Bachelor of Laws. The Bachelor of Laws may also be used to apply for admission internationally. You are, however, advised to confirm admission requirements in the particular jurisdiction in which you wish to practise.
Dr Umair Ghori ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR. RESEARCHER IN INTERNATIONAL TRADE LAW. HISTORY BUFF. “Studying law not only enables you to enter the legal profession, but also provides a pathway into diverse fields such as law enforcement, national security, border control, politics, and business. Bond law programs are delivered by passionate legal educators who focus on both theoretical concepts and the development of hands-on skills. As a result, students emerge ready for the workforce, which is apparent when they enter industry with the knowledge and skills to provide solutions and really make a name for themselves.”
2019 LexisNexis Stanley Shaw Prize for Teaching Excellence winner
University of London and University of New South Wales graduate
* Fees per semester are based on an average calculation from 2022, and may differ depending on the subjects and majors you take in each semester. Tuition fees are subject to change on an annual basis and will be charged at the appropriate fee for the current enrolment year. For more information on current fees, visit bond.edu.au/fees. Fees are not inclusive of additional costs such as Student Services and Amenities Fee, accommodation, textbooks and living costs. ** Entrance scores provided are indicative only for 2023 admission and are subject to change.
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Bond’s Bachelor of Laws program is designed to prepare you for a career in the legal profession, corporate sector or government sector in Australia. The combination of excellent teaching, small class sizes and an extensive legal skills program provides an exciting learning experience that both challenges you academically and prepares you practically for a legal career.