Bachelor of Laws (Graduate Entry)
University of Wollongong
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Undergraduate
CRICOS: 00102E
A Bachelor of Laws from UOW equips graduates with a comprehensive legal education; a world-class degree that provides a thorough grounding in the law, as well as a real-world focus on the essential practical skills and the social and ethical context in which the law operates. We believe that practical experience is a vital part of your legal training. We are the only law school in New South Wales that requires you to complete a legal internship, providing highly valued industry experience. We are committed to social justice and providing a legal education which engages with the complexities of law's intersection with society. The Bachelor of Laws at UOW delivers a practical and contextual legal education that prepares graduates not only for traditional careers in the legal profession but also for a wide range of careers in government, business and community organisations – as leaders, innovators and problem solvers.
Structure
The Bachelor of Laws (Graduate Entry) requires the successful completion of 144 credit points that comprises of 114 credit points of core subjects and 30 credit points of elective subjects from the Law Elective Schedule listed below.
Subjects
- Law
Standard entry requirements
To be eligible for admission into this degree you need to have completed an undergraduate degree. The UOW School of Law requires a minimum average mark of 70% (or GPA/WAM equivalent). If an applicant has a mark that is lower, then the school may consider other factors such as:The nature of any previous course of study and the subjects undertaken thereinRelevant professional experienceAny personal statement provided by the applicant.
Recognition
Admission to professional legal practice in NSW is subject to the requirements of professional legal training (PLT).
Study pathways
UOW offers a Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice which provides the PLT qualification for admission. There is a provision for students to undertake up to half their PLT training as part of their Bachelor of Laws degree.
Study information
| Campus | Fees | Entry | Mid year intake | Attendance |
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| UOW Liverpool | International: $110,160 | No |
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| Wollongong | International: $110,160 | No |
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