Bachelor's Degree Law (JD) Full Time

Flexible Double Degree - Law

at Australian National University · Canberra, Australian Capital Territory

CRICOS course code

079095B

CRICOS provider code

00120C

This course is registered on the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students. Verify it yourself at cricos.education.gov.au before paying any fee.

Duration

5 years

Tuition (whole course)

A$281,300 total

Per year

A$56,260/yr

Intake

Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul)

About this program

The Flexible Double Degree - Law at the Australian National University (ANU) gives students the unique opportunity to combine a Bachelor of Laws (JD) with another undergraduate degree of their choice, in Canberra’s internationally respected academic setting. Over five years of full-time study, students benefit from a rigorous foundation in Australian legal principles, analytical frameworks, and practical legal skills, alongside a second discipline ranging from arts to science, commerce, or another professionally relevant field.

Academic structure typically encompasses two separate sets of units of study, with credit points allocated to each—ensuring both degrees' core requirements are met. Legal studies include foundational units such as contract law, constitutional law, criminal law, and legal theory, with advanced electives reflecting students’ professional interests. Many law students participate in work-integrated learning, such as legal clinics, internships, and mooting competitions, connecting classroom theory with practice and building professional networks.

Graduates develop advanced legal research, critical reasoning, communication, negotiation, and problem-solving abilities, as well as specialist knowledge in their chosen second field. This skillset is prized by employers in legal, business, public policy, and beyond. The programme is particularly suited to students seeking intellectual challenge, flexible career paths, and leadership in multidisciplinary environments. Entry for international applicants requires English proficiency (IELTS Academic 7.0–7.5 or equivalent); confirm details on the official page.

Throughout their studies, international students may work up to 48 hours per fortnight, and graduates may be eligible for the Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) post-study work stream, supporting entry into the Australian workforce.

Entry requirements

English: International applicants must evidence English proficiency. IELTS Academic 6.0–6.5 overall is the common undergraduate and coursework-postgraduate standard, rising to 7.0–7.5 for teaching, nursing, medicine, law and social work. TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, Cambridge C1 Advanced and the university’s own English programmes are accepted as equivalents; the Department of Home Affairs sets a separate English threshold for the Student visa itself.

International students: Registered on CRICOS for international students. A Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) for this course supports a Student visa (subclass 500) application; Overseas Student Health Cover is required for the full duration.

Career outcomes

Solicitor or barrister within Australian law firms or government agencies
Policy adviser, legislative analyst, or public sector professional in legal and regulatory bodies
Corporate legal adviser in commercial organisations or in-house counsel
Roles in non-governmental organisations, advocacy groups, or international agencies
Positions in academia, research institutes, or further study towards legal specialisation
Multidisciplinary career opportunities leveraging both law and the second degree

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Flexible Double Degree - Law at Australian National University?

It typically takes 5 years, with intakes in Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul).

How much is the tuition?

Tuition is around A$281,300 total. Fees change yearly — confirm with an advisor.

What are the career outcomes?

Solicitor or barrister within Australian law firms or government agenciesPolicy adviser, legislative analyst, or public sector professional in legal and regulatory bodiesCorporate legal adviser in commercial organisations or in-house counselRoles in non-governmental organisations...

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