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41 Best Law Programs in Australia

There are 41 Law programs in Australia, spread across 14 universities — most run 4 years. Courses from University of Melbourne, University of New South Wales and University of Sydney come first, because those universities rank highest.

5Bachelor's Degree
UQ University of Queensland logo
QS World #42 #6 in Australia Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

Arts / Laws (Honours)

University of Queensland — The University of Queensland Bachelor of Arts / Laws (Honours) is a dual degree that combines arts disciplines with law studies. Students complete arts coursework from hu...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
5 Years (or part time equivalent)Duration
Mode
Semester 1Intake
Law
6Bachelor's Degree
UW University of Wollongong logo
QS World #184 #14 in Australia Australia

Bachelor of Arts - Bachelor of Laws

University of Wollongong — The Bachelor of Arts - Bachelor of Laws program at the University of Wollongong offers a unique combination of legal education and a broad exploration of the arts. This d...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
5 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law
8Bachelor's Degree
DU Deakin University logo
QS World #207 #15 in Australia Australia

Bachelor of Arts / Bachelor of Laws

Deakin University — The Bachelor of Arts / Bachelor of Laws program at Deakin University offers a unique opportunity for students to combine their interests in the arts with a solid foundati...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law
10Bachelor's Degree
QU Queensland University of Technology logo
QS World #226 #16 in Australia Australia

Justice

Queensland University of Technology — The Bachelor of Justice at Queensland University of Technology offers a comprehensive examination of justice and legal systems, emphasizing both theoretical and practical...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law
11Bachelor's Degree
QU Queensland University of Technology logo
QS World #226 #16 in Australia Australia

Law

Queensland University of Technology — The Bachelor of Laws program at Queensland University of Technology (QUT) equips students with a comprehensive understanding of legal principles and practices essential f...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law (JD)
13Bachelor's Degree
FU Flinders University of South Australia logo
QS World #387 #22 in Australia Australia

Bachelor of Criminology

Flinders University of South Australia — The Bachelor of Criminology at Flinders University studies why crime occurs and how the criminal justice system works. Students explore criminal law in practice, (Mis)Int...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
3 years full-time (or part-time equivalent)Duration
Full TimeMode
March; JulyIntake
Law
14Bachelor's Degree
FU Flinders University of South Australia logo
QS World #387 #22 in Australia Australia

Bachelor of Criminology (Honours)

Flinders University of South Australia — The Bachelor of Criminology (Honours) at Flinders University of South Australia equips you to explore the causes and consequences of crime, examine justice systems, and l...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 years full-time (or part-time equivalent)Duration
Full TimeMode
March; JulyIntake
Law
15Diploma
WS Western Sydney University logo
QS World #400 #23 in Australia Australia

Associate Degree in Applied Policing

Western Sydney University — The Associate Degree in Applied Policing at the University of Western Sydney offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to equip students with the foundational knowledge...

DiplomaLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law
18Bachelor's Degree
WS Western Sydney University logo
QS World #400 #23 in Australia Australia

Bachelor of Arts / Bachelor of Laws

Western Sydney University — The Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Laws at Western Sydney University offers an interdisciplinary approach, merging the study of the arts with comprehensive legal education....

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law (JD)
19Bachelor's Degree
WS Western Sydney University logo
QS World #400 #23 in Australia Australia

Bachelor of Criminal and Community Justice

Western Sydney University — The Bachelor of Criminal and Community Justice at the University of Western Sydney provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the criminal justice system and...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law
24Bachelor's Degree
WS Western Sydney University logo
QS World #400 #23 in Australia Australia

Bachelor of Criminology

Western Sydney University — Overview of the Bachelor of CriminologyThe Bachelor of Criminology at the University of Western Sydney provides students with an in-depth understanding of crime, criminal...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law

Law at other levels

How these courses are ranked

12 of these universities hold a QS World position, from #19 (University of Melbourne) to #487 (Edith Cowan University); they are listed first, in that order. The rest are ordered by research impact. University of Melbourne has the largest research record in this group, with 31,503,308 citations and an h-index of 1,283. 1 university have neither a QS position nor a research record yet and appear at the end, marked "Not yet ranked".

Inside the course list

By level: 32 bachelor's, 6 diploma, 1 master's and 1 professional. Within the subject, the largest areas are Law (36), Law (JD) (3), International Law (1) and Criminal Law (1). The usual length is 4 years and 2 years. 100% are full-time. Start dates lean to Spring (97% of courses with a stated intake) and Fall (89% of courses with a stated intake). Western Sydney University offers the widest choice, with 19 of these courses.

Frequently asked questions

Which is the best university in Australia for Law?

University of Melbourne (QS World #19), University of New South Wales (QS World #19) and University of Sydney (QS World #25) lead this list. QS World positions come first; the rest are ranked by research impact.

Which is the cheapest university for Law in Australia?

Of those with published fees, University of Queensland is the least expensive at about USD 30,000 a year. Fees are indicative — confirm on the university's site.

How long does a Law course take in Australia?

Most listed courses run 4 years, with 2 years the next most common.

When do Law courses start in Australia?

Spring is the main intake — 97% of courses with a stated start date begin then, and Fall is the second.

Which university has the most Law courses in Australia?

Western Sydney University, with 19, ahead of James Cook University of North Queensland (6).

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