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University of New South Wales (UNSW)

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Juris Doctor

  • Juris Doctor

The Juris Doctor is a professional, postgraduate level law degree for graduates of disciplines other than law, or with a law degree from an overseas institution.

Key details

Degree Type
Juris Doctor
Duration
3 years full-time
Course Code
9150, 068850G
Study Mode
In person
Intake Months
Feb

About this course

The Juris Doctor is a professional, postgraduate level law degree for graduates of disciplines other than law, or with a law degree from an overseas institution. It is your pathway to admission to legal practice, as well as a wide range of careers in government, legal and social policy, international relations and business. In this three-year full-time degree you will study 16 compulsory law courses, seven elective law courses and one prescribed elective, which cover the areas of study prescribed by the Legal Profession Admission Board.

Your study will take place in student-focused seminars, facilitating debate and discussion that is pivotal to any legal vocation, and may include internships, clinics or other experiential learning. Upon your completion of this degree you will have a sound knowledge base in the discipline of Law, enabling you to proceed to the practice of law or professional work in many areas.

Study locations

Kensington

How to apply

Applications for domestic students (Australian citizens, Australian permanent residents, Australian permanent humanitarian visa holders and New Zealand citizens) are processed through the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC) Postgraduate.

Graduate outcomes

Graduate satisfaction and employment outcomes for Law & Paralegal Studies courses at University of New South Wales (UNSW).
83.8%
Overall satisfaction
83.4%
Skill scale
64.6%
Teaching scale
86.3%
Employed full-time
$90k
Average salary