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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.

25Bachelor's Degree
WS Western Sydney University logo
QS World #400 #23 in Australia Australia

Bachelor of Criminology

Western Sydney University — The Bachelor of Criminology at Western Sydney University provides students with an in-depth understanding of crime, criminal behavior, and the justice system. This interd...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law
34Bachelor's Degree
JC James Cook University of North Queensland logo
QS World #440 #26 in Australia Australia

Bachelor of Arts - Bachelor of Laws

James Cook University of North Queensland — The Bachelor of Arts - Bachelor of Laws program at James Cook University of North Queensland offers a comprehensive education that combines the analytical and critical th...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
February, May, SeptemberIntake
Law
36Bachelor's Degree
JC James Cook University of North Queensland logo
QS World #440 #26 in Australia Australia

Bachelor of Laws

James Cook University of North Queensland — The Bachelor of Laws at James Cook University (JCU) provides an extensive education in legal principles, practices, and the role of law in society. This rigorous program...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
February, May, SeptemberIntake
Law
38Bachelor's Degree
JC James Cook University of North Queensland logo
QS World #440 #26 in Australia Australia

Bachelor of Science - Bachelor of Laws

James Cook University of North Queensland — The Bachelor of Science - Bachelor of Laws is an innovative dual degree program that combines scientific principles with legal education, allowing students to explore a v...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
February, SeptemberIntake
Law
40Bachelor's Degree
EC Edith Cowan University logo
QS World #487 #27 in Australia Australia

Bachelor of Laws

Edith Cowan University — The Bachelor of Laws program at Edith Cowan University offers a comprehensive education in legal principles and practices, designed to prepare students for a diverse rang...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 Years Full-timeDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Law
41Program
US University of the Sunshine Coast logo
#39 in Australia Australia

Law and Criminology

University of the Sunshine Coast — University of the Sunshine Coast offers Law and Criminology study options that prepare students for careers in legal practice, criminology, justice, and more. The page li...

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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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