Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Postgraduate
CRICOS: 00002J

The law forms the foundation on which civilised societies are based. In fact, it underpins many of societys social, economic and scientific challenges. Having a knowledge of law will allow you to expertly respond to a range of individual, corporate, national and global problems. The Juris Doctor will prepare you for a range of careers in Australia and globally, as well as satisfy the educational requirements to become a legal practitioner. It continues Macquaries tradition of providing interdisciplinary and contextual perspectives on the study of law.

Structure

Total Credit Points 240

Subjects

  • LAWS8001 Foundations of Law
  • LAWS8002 Criminal Justice and Public Policy
  • LAWS8005Theories of Law and Justice
  • LAWS8006 Applied Legal Ethics
  • LAWS8009 Property Law
  • LAWS8010 Equity and Trusts
  • LAWS8011 Company Law
  • LAWS8013 Civil and Criminal Procedure
  • LAWS8014 Evidence
  • LAWS8015 International Law
  • LAWS8018 Research Methodologies in Law
  • LAWS8027 Law of Obligations III - Remedies
  • LAWS8030 The Law of Obligations I - Contracts
  • LAWS8040 Law of Obligations II - Torts
  • LAWS8070 Constitutional Law
  • LAWS8080 Administrative Law
  • LAWS8099 Professional and Community Engagement
  • LAWS8019 Dispute Resolution Processes and Law

Standard entry requirements

  • AQF level 7 bachelors qualification or recognised equivalent with a WAM of 65
  • AQF level 8 bachelor honours or graduate diploma qualification or recognised equivalent with a WAM of 65
  • AQF level 9 Master by coursework or above qualification or recognised equivalent with a WAM of 65
  • Graduate Certificate of Laws completed at Macquarie University.
  • Where a student holds more than one degree, Macquarie bases assessment on the degree with the best WAM

Study information

CampusFeesEntryMid year intakeAttendance
Online Campus Domestic: $120,600
International: $139,500
No
  • Online/Off-campus : 3 years
Wallumattagal Campus Macquarie Park Domestic: $120,600
International: $139,500
No
  • Full-time : 3 years

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