Bachelor's Degree Law (JD) Full Time

Bachelor of Laws

at University of Technology Sydney · Sydney, New South Wales

CRICOS course code

013614G

CRICOS provider code

00099F

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$197,800 total

Per year

A$49,450/yr

Intake

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

About this program

The Bachelor of Laws at University of Technology Sydney (UTS) is a comprehensive four-year undergraduate degree that prepares students for professional legal practice and a range of law-related careers in Australia. Delivered in Sydney—a major Australian legal hub—the program offers a contemporary legal education with a strong emphasis on practical and professional skills development, ensuring graduates are ready to thrive in dynamic legal settings.

The course is structured around a series of core and elective units of study totalling the required credit points, which allow students to cover foundational areas such as constitutional law, contract law, criminal law, property law, and legal ethics. Throughout the program, students also benefit from opportunities for work-integrated learning, such as legal clinics, moot courts, and internships with industry partners, enabling them to gain hands-on experience and industry contacts in real-world legal environments. In their final year, students typically undertake a capstone subject or a major research project, consolidating their learning and analytical skills.

Throughout the Bachelor of Laws, students develop essential skills in legal research, critical thinking, advocacy, negotiation, and legal writing. Emphasis is placed on understanding the Australian legal system, legal reasoning, and the role of law in society. This course suits those aspiring to become solicitors or barristers, as well as those seeking roles in corporate, public sector, or not-for-profit environments where advanced legal knowledge is essential.

The degree forms the academic qualification needed for entry to professional legal practice in Australia, pending completion of any required practical legal training. International students can work up to 48 hours per fortnight during their studies and may be eligible for the Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) upon graduation. Prospective students should check the official UTS website for detailed English entry requirements and the latest course 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 in private practice or law firms
Barrister following further qualification
In-house counsel for corporations
Legal officer in government departments
Policy adviser in public sectors and NGOs
Compliance and risk management roles
Legal researcher or academic assistant

Graduates are in demand across Australian legal, business, financial, public, and non-profit sectors.

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Bachelor of Laws at University of Technology Sydney?

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

How much is the tuition?

Tuition is around A$197,800 total. Fees change yearly — confirm with an advisor.

What are the career outcomes?

Solicitor in private practice or law firmsBarrister following further qualificationIn-house counsel for corporationsLegal officer in government departmentsPolicy adviser in public sectors and NGOsCompliance and risk management rolesLegal researcher or academic assistantGraduates...

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