Bachelor's Degree Law (JD) Full Time

Bachelor of Laws

at Deakin University · Melbourne, Victoria

CRICOS course code

026686F

CRICOS provider code

00113B

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

4 years

Tuition (whole course)

A$196,336 total

Per year

A$49,084/yr

Intake

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

About this program

The Bachelor of Laws at Deakin University offers a comprehensive legal education designed to equip students with a strong foundation in Australian law and legal practice. Spanning four years of full-time study at the Melbourne campus, this AQF Level 7 qualification integrates theoretical understanding with practical legal skills. Students progress through core units covering contract law, criminal law, constitutional law, administrative law, and more, accumulating the required number of credit points through individual units of study.

The course structure is built around a combination of semesters, with students completing prescribed units and electives. Skills development is emphasised through legal research, written and oral advocacy, and critical analysis. Many students also participate in mooting, negotiation, and work-integrated learning opportunities, fostering real-world insight into the legal profession. A capstone subject in the final year enables students to consolidate their learning through in-depth research and practical application.

Deakin’s Bachelor of Laws is oriented towards those looking to enter the legal profession or related sectors in Australia. The programme develops analytical thinking, problem-solving, and ethical decision-making—key competencies demanded by employers. Work placements or internships are encouraged, facilitating valuable connections within Melbourne’s legal sector and broader Australian legal community. International students may take advantage of work rights of up to 48 hours per fortnight while studying, and graduates may be eligible for the Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) post-study work stream, subject to current visa criteria.

The degree is especially suitable for individuals with strong communication skills, a keen interest in justice, and an aspiration to practise or work within the Australian legal system. Those seeking admission to practice as a solicitor or barrister in Australia must undertake practical legal training after graduation. Prospective students should confirm specific requirements, including English language proficiency, on the official Deakin University website.

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 (after practical legal training)
Barrister (following further admission requirements)
In-house legal counsel
Policy adviser in government agencies
Legal officer in corporate and non-profit sectors
Regulatory and compliance roles in the Australian business sector
Legal research positions in academic or think-tank environments

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Bachelor of Laws at Deakin University?

It typically takes 4 years, with intakes in Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul).

How much is the tuition?

Tuition is around A$196,336 total. Fees change yearly — confirm with an advisor.

What are the career outcomes?

Solicitor (after practical legal training)Barrister (following further admission requirements)In-house legal counselPolicy adviser in government agenciesLegal officer in corporate and non-profit sectorsRegulatory and compliance roles in the Australian business sectorLegal researc...

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