Send me a PDF copyInspired to help others
Witnessing bad practices in the fashion industry inspired me to fight for people who have been wronged. The legal industry caught my attention because I wanted a career that was always evolving and was about protecting and helping people. QUT has given me a great platform to start my legal career with the law graduate entry course. Having already completed a creative industries degree, I am able to complete my law degree in three years instead of four.
High-quality teaching staff
‘The down-to-earth and approachable engagement of the academic staff has been a highlight for me. I found the staff to be genuinely helpful and show a genuine interest in shaping their programs to maximise both the learning potential and enjoyment of students. It was refreshing to engage with high-end academics in such an easy and accessible way.’
Inspired to help others
Witnessing bad practices in the fashion industry inspired me to fight for people who have been wronged. The legal industry caught my attention because I wanted a career that was always evolving and was about protecting and helping people. QUT has given me a great platform to start my legal career with the law graduate entry course. Having already completed a creative industries degree, I am able to complete my law degree in three years instead of four.
High-quality teaching staff
‘The down-to-earth and approachable engagement of the academic staff has been a highlight for me. I found the staff to be genuinely helpful and show a genuine interest in shaping their programs to maximise both the learning potential and enjoyment of students. It was refreshing to engage with high-end academics in such an easy and accessible way.’
In this course you will
- Pursue a career in law and become a highly sought-after legal professional prepared for the modern world of law.
- Leverage your previous study and graduate sooner.
- Acquire knowledge in various areas of law, including contract law, legal research, equity and trusts, constitutional law, administrative law, as well as commercial and personal property law.
- Gain digital expertise in artificial intelligence, robotics, legal tech and design thinking to remain adaptable in today's rapidly evolving digital age of law.
- Benefit from flexible study options, such as part-time study, classes outside of work hours, online study and summer semesters that allow you to balance your academic commitments with other responsibilities and obligations.
- Be taught by expert academics and industry leaders who bring valuable real-world experience to the classroom.
In this course you will
- Pursue a career in law and become a highly sought-after legal professional prepared for the modern world of law.
- Leverage your previous study and graduate sooner.
- Acquire knowledge in various areas of law, including contract law, legal research, equity and trusts, constitutional law, administrative law, as well as commercial and personal property law.
- Gain digital expertise in artificial intelligence, robotics, legal tech and design thinking to remain adaptable in today's rapidly evolving digital age of law.
- Benefit from flexible study options, such as part-time study, classes outside of work hours, online study and summer semesters that allow you to balance your academic commitments with other responsibilities and obligations.
- Be taught by expert academics and industry leaders who bring valuable real-world experience to the classroom.
Explore this course
Are you considering upskilling or transitioning to a career in the legal profession? If so, QUT's Bachelor of Laws (Graduate Entry) course may be the ideal option for you. By building upon your previous studies, you can accelerate your path to graduation and enter the legal field sooner.
At QUT, we prepare our students for the modern world of law with a unique balance between legal principles and practice. With our practical, hands-on approach to teaching, you will gain a comprehensive understanding of the Australian legal system and the core areas of law required for admission to legal practice in Australia. You will also learn about the relationship between Australia's indigenous people and the legal system through Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander perspectives on law.
Significant advancements in data-driven technologies are fundamentally changing many aspects of society. As a result, the legal industry is rapidly evolving and lawyers are increasingly required to develop new skills and capabilities to adapt to the changing nature of law and legal work. In this course, we explore how emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence and robotics are impacting the legal industry. You'll learn about the legal, ethical, and social challenges raised by these technologies, as well as design thinking techniques that enable you to respond to legal challenges from a human-centred perspectives.
When you study law with us, you will be taught by the best in the legal field. Our law teaching staff consist of award-winning academics and industry-leading professionals who bring a wealth of real-world experience and theoretical knowledge to the classroom. Designed in close collaboration with industry partners, our honours-level law courses are modern, relevant, and uphold industry standards.
Another way we prepare our students for the real world is via our work-integrated learning opportunities. These include our legal clinics, community justice projects, study tours, internships, and meet-the-professional events. By participating in these programs, you'll be able to build your professional network and gain valuable practical experience while also earning credit towards your degree.
Careers and outcomes
Our law degree opens up a world of exciting career possibilities that go beyond traditional legal practice. While many of our graduates pursue careers as legal practitioners, our law degree also provides the foundation for government, community organisations or business careers.
Professional recognition
This degree is accredited by the Legal Practitioners' Admissions Board (LPAB). To become a solicitor or barrister, you will need to complete practical legal training (PLT) and pass the Bar Exams. QUT offers PLT through our Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice.
Possible careers
- Barrister
- Commercialisation officer
- Contract administrator
- Corporate secretary
- Crown law officer
- Digital economy lawyer
- Government officer
- In-house lawyer
- Lawyer
- Legal academic
- Legal risk manager
- Legal technology specialist
- Policy officer
- Solicitor
- ATAR/selection rank threshold
- 93.00
These thresholds are the lowest adjusted scores to which QUT made an offer in Semester 1, 2024.
Don't have a ATAR/selection rank?
- Course code
- LW39
- QTAC code
- 417651
- CRICOS code
- 083020J
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- Online
- Gardens Point
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- Gardens Point
- 3 years full-time
- 6 years part-time
- 3 years full-time
- February and July
- February and July
Entry requirements
You must have a completed recognised bachelor degree (or equivalent) with a minimum volume of learning of 1.00 year full-time (or equivalent) that is not an Australian law degree/Juris Doctor.
Completed graduate diplomas, masters and/or doctorates are the accepted equivalents with a minimum volume of learning of 1.00 year full-time (or equivalent).
Selection ranks
You will be considered solely on the basis of the selection ranks from all of your prior degree studies plus any postgraduate studies you may have undertaken. Your other qualifications and experiences may be allocated selection ranks for entry to other QUT courses, but will not be considered for this course.
Find out more about how to Apply with Higher Education Study
Automatic Advanced Standing (credit)
If admitted to the graduate entry program you will automatically receive a mandatory one year of advanced standing which will entitle you to complete the degree in three years (full-time).
If you wish to study the full 4 year law degree you need to apply for QUT - Bachelor of Laws (Honours)
Offer guarantee
If you achieve an ATAR or selection rank of 93.00 or higher (including any adjustments) and satisfy all other admission requirements, you are guaranteed an offer for this course.
Advanced standing
If you have prior studies or work experience, you may be eligible for advanced standing (credit). You can apply for advanced standing once you've been accepted to QUT. If you're in your first semester of study, you must apply for advanced standing within 10 days of receiving your offer.
Deferment
You can defer your offer and postpone the start of your course for one year.
More about deferring your offer
Adjustments to your ATAR/selection rank
Any adjustments you receive to your ATAR or selection rank will be applied to this course.
Find out if you’re eligible for an adjustment to your ATAR or selection rank
Offers we made to school leavers in Semester 1, 2024
This course is not open to current year 12 students. Selection ranks are only allocated for degree (or higher) studies. Thus, no offers were made on the basis of ATAR.
You can find out more about your fellow students’ backgrounds with this course’s student profile.
Other admission options
If you are of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent, you may be eligible for admission through our Centralised Assessment Selection Process (CASP).
Entry Requirements
You must have a completed recognised bachelor degree (or equivalent) with a minimum volume of learning of 1.00 year full-time (or equivalent) that is not an Australian law degree/Juris Doctor.
Completed graduate diplomas, masters and/or doctorates are the accepted equivalents with a minimum volume of learning of 1.00 year full-time (or equivalent).
Automatic Advanced Standing (credit)
If admitted to the graduate entry program you will automatically receive a mandatory one year of advanced standing which will entitle you to complete the degree in three years (full-time).
If you wish to study the full 4 year law degree you need to apply for QUT - Bachelor of Laws (Honours)
Minimum English language requirements
Select the country where you completed your studies to see a guide on meeting QUT’s English language requirements.
Your scores and prior qualifications in English-speaking countries are considered. Approved English-speaking countries are Australia, Canada, England, Ireland, New Zealand, Scotland, United States of America and Wales.
If your country or qualification is not listed, you can still apply for this course and we will assess your eligibility.
We accept English language proficiency scores from the following tests undertaken in a secure test centre. Tests must be taken no more than 2 years prior to the QUT course commencement.
| English Test | Overall | Listening | Reading | Writing | Speaking |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic / IELTS One Skills Retake | 6.5 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
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Cambridge English Score
You must share your results with QUT through the Candidate Results Online website. |
176 | 169 | 169 | 169 | 169 |
| PTE Academic | 58 | 50 | 50 | 50 | 50 |
| TOEFL iBT / Paper | 79 | 16 | 16 | 21 | 18 |
Don't have the English language score you need? We can help!
We offer English language programs to improve your English and help you gain entry to this course.
When you apply for this course, we will recommend which English course you should enrol in.
Applying for this course
Applying for this course
Your actual fees may vary depending on which units you choose. We review fees annually, and they may be subject to increases.
2025 fees
2025: CSP $17,000 per year full-time (96 credit points)
2025 fees
2025: $35,000 per year full-time (96 credit points)
2024 fees
2024: CSP $16,400 per year full-time (96 credit points)
2024 fees
2024: $32,400 per year full-time (96 credit points)
Student services and amenities fees
You may need to pay student services and amenities (SA) fees as part of your course costs.
HECS-HELP: loans to help you pay for your course fees
You may not have to pay anything upfront if you're eligible for a HECS-HELP loan.
You can apply for scholarships to help you with study and living costs.
QUT Real World International Scholarship
A scholarship to cover tuition fees, with eligibility based on your prior academic achievements.
- Scholarship eligibility
- Academic performance
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