Bachelor's Degree Law (JD) Full Time

Bachelor of Laws

at Edith Cowan University · Perth, Western Australia

CRICOS course code

083400G

CRICOS provider code

00279B

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

3 years

Tuition (whole course)

A$130,200 total

Per year

A$43,400/yr

Intake

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

About this program

The Bachelor of Laws at Edith Cowan University in Perth prepares students for professional legal practice in Australia. Over three years of full-time study, students engage with core areas such as criminal law, contract law, torts, property law, constitutional law, and legal theory. Practical skills form a key part of the course through activities like moot court exercises, legal research, and drafting exercises. These experiences mirror real-world legal work and support the development of strong analytical and advocacy skills.

Australian bachelor degrees are structured around units of study, each with associated credit points that contribute toward the total needed for graduation. This degree often includes elective units, allowing students to explore areas like family law, environmental law, or international law. In their final year, students may participate in a capstone project or undertake a placement in a legal practice or community legal centre, enhancing their practical insights into the profession.

Graduates become familiar with the procedures of the Australian legal system and learn to interpret legislation, argue cases, and advise clients. The course is well-suited to individuals with strong communication skills and a keen sense of justice, as well as those looking for a clear pathway to legal practice in Australia. To enter the legal profession, graduates must complete further practical legal training after their degree.

ECU’s industry links include opportunities for legal placement and networking. The Australian professional setting means students are learning in a jurisdiction influenced by common law traditions and have access to post-study work options like the Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485). Students on a student visa generally have work rights capped at 48 hours per fortnight. Always check the official university and regulatory pages for detailed admission and course structure information.

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 (following Practical Legal Training and admission)
Paralegal or Legal Assistant
Policy Adviser in government departments
In-house counsel roles in corporate and not-for-profit organisations
Compliance and risk management positions
Legal researcher

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Bachelor of Laws at Edith Cowan University?

It typically takes 3 years, with intakes in Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul).

How much is the tuition?

Tuition is around A$130,200 total. Fees change yearly — confirm with an advisor.

What are the career outcomes?

Solicitor or Barrister (following Practical Legal Training and admission)Paralegal or Legal AssistantPolicy Adviser in government departmentsIn-house counsel roles in corporate and not-for-profit organisationsCompliance and risk management positionsLegal researcher

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