Charles Darwin University
Bachelor of Laws
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationThe Bachelor of Laws degree provides you with the academic foundation to become a lawyer or work in a range of industries that require legal expertise, including politics, policy, government, business and private legal practice.
At CDU, you can complete a Bachelor of Laws in just three years, with options to study your law degree 100% online, on campus or a mix of both. On graduating, you will be eligible to apply for admission to the legal practice anywhere in Australia.
The Bachelor of Laws teaches you about legal systems and principles in Australia and abroad. You'll gain skills in legal research, analysis and communication, and learn theoretical perspectives on the law. The course also has a unique focus on transnational law (which looks at how laws are applied in more than one jurisdiction) and comparative law (which examines different legal systems from around the world), so you'll gain insight into the legal issues facing today's globalised economies and societies.
Delivery mode
Charles Darwin University offers this course through the following delivery modes:
Blended
Combine the flexibility of online learning with the support of on campus learning.
- CDU Waterfront, 21 Kitchener Drive, Darwin
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Entry requirements
Admission requirements are met by one of the following:
- Successful completion of the Northern Territory Certificate of Education and Training (or equivalent) and the awarding of an Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR) of at least 80*.
- Successful completion of a national qualification at Diploma level or higher.
- Successful completion of at least 0.5 year of full-time study (or equivalent) of a higher education degree/diploma with a GPA of at least 5.
- Overseas secondary or tertiary qualifications considered equivalent to the above Australian qualifications.
- Attainment of a STAT Multiple Choice score of 157.
- Successful completion of the Tertiary Enabling Program, the Preparation for Tertiary Success courses, or other recognised tertiary preparation course of at least 12 months duration.
English language requirements
To gain entry into Charles Darwin University, all Higher Education applicants must satisfy the University's English Language Proficiency Requirements for their chosen course of study. International applicants will be required to supply evidence of this at the time of application.
The minimum English language requirement for this course is met by either undertaking previous education in an English-speaking country or undertaking one of the following English language tests and obtaining the minimum requirements listed below.
- CDU English for Academic Purposes 3 (ZEAP30): Successful completion of EAP003 English for Academic Purposes 3
- IELTS Academic Module: A minimum overall score of 6.0 with no band less than 6.0.
- Cambridge Advanced English (CAE): A minimum overall score of 169, with no skill below 169.
- Common European Framework Certificate of English Proficiency: A minimum overall grade of B2.
- Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic module: A minimum overall score of 50 with no score lower than 50.
- TOEFL Internet-based Test (iBT): A minimum overall score of 60 and a minimum writing score of 21.
Course fees
For more information about this course and payment options please enquire now.
Career opportunities
The Bachelor of Laws will prepare you for the following roles.
Lawyer
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Corporate Lawyer
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Employment Lawyer
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Family Lawyer
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Legal Advisor
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Solicitor
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Council Member
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Prosecutor
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In House Lawyer
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Property Lawyer
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Mediator
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Litigation Lawyer
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Policymaker
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Commercial Lawyer
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Criminal Defence Lawyer
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Environmental Lawyer
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Intellectual Property Lawyer
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Magistrate
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Media Lawyer
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Patent Attorney
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Taxation Lawyer
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Foreign Service Officer
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Migration Agent
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Legal Advocate
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International Lawyer
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Criminal Defense Lawyer
A Criminal Defence Lawyer represents individuals or organisations charged with criminal offences. You might work in a law firm, public defender’s o...
Human Rights Officer
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Government Agent
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Legal Aid Lawyer
A Legal Aid Lawyer provides legal representation and advice to individuals who cannot afford private legal services. You might work in legal aid or...
Arbitrator
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Compliance Manager
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Policy Manager
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Senior Policy Officer
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About Charles Darwin University
CDU ranked 91st in the Times Higher Education (THE) Asia-Pacific University Ranking 2019. The Ranking features 35 Australian universities, with CDU placing 29th among them. The Ranking analysed more than 300 universities across 13 nations in East Asia, Southeast Asia and Oceania.
As a leading cross-sectoral institution, CDU is well placed to help students become 'future-ready' workers who co-develop digital knowledge, skills and mindsets to both meet their personal needs and interests and prepare them for a world of constant change.
CDU students will value lifelong and life-wide learning and understand that learning occurs anywhere, anytime and through varied experiences. Throughout their studies, our students will build essential skills for success in academic pursuits, their work and their lives beyond CDU.
