Associate Degree in Law (Paralegal Studies)

ATAR 55

Major Conveyancing (optional)

Duration 2 years full-time/4 years part-time

Starts March, July, October (online only)

Location Gold Coast, online*

Professional placement Optional placement unit

Professional recognition NSW Fair Trading (conveyancing major)

*Some elective units include a compulsory on-campus workshop

The Associate Degree in Law (Paralegal Studies) provides an academic qualification as a paralegal or conveyancer and an entry pathway to the Bachelor of Laws.

You will gain foundational knowledge about the Australian legal system and its processes, develop skills in legal research and writing, and attain a working understanding of key legal principles. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain a formal qualification and start working in a wide range of industries as a paraprofessional.

Career opportunities

Paralegals work with solicitors and barristers, in government legal departments, law enforcement agencies, legal aid offices, court administration, public prosecutions, in the community sector and in the corporate sector in finance, banking, insurance and conveyancing.

Students who achieve the required grade point average during or on completion of this degree may apply for admission into the undergraduate entry Bachelor of Laws.

Graduates may also choose to transfer into the Bachelor of Legal and Justice Studies and graduate with a Bachelor degree after just one additional year of study.