Edith Cowan University
Bachelor of Laws
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationMake a change in the world with a fully accredited law degree that can be studied on-campus or online.
The course equips you with skills for the courtroom and beyond, providing greater scope and options for a rewarding career in the legal, corporate, commercial and social justice fields.
ECU’s law program goes beyond the classroom. You’ll have the chance to put theory into practise and work on real life cases in our Law Access Program, compete in mooting competitions around the world, and gain access to the Law Society Peer Mentoring Program.
You can also tailor the course to your area of interest and select elective units in specialised areas of law.
Delivery mode
Edith Cowan University offers this course through the following delivery modes:
Blended
Combine the flexibility of online learning with the support of on campus learning.
Locations
- 270 Joondalup Drive, Joondalup
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Entry requirements
Recent secondary education
- have completed secondary education* within the previous two years at a school, TAFE or other VET or higher education provider
- will complete secondary education* this year at a school, TAFE or other VET or higher education provider
- have other qualifications, such as a Year 10 or Year 12 secondary school certificate
- have started or completed some VET or higher education study while still at school
Work and life experience
- left secondary education more than two years previously
- haven't undertaken VET or higher education study since then
- have professional or work experience that can demonstrate your readiness for higher education
- have completed non-formal programs that helped you prepare for tertiary education, or programs relevant to a higher education field of study you're interested in
Vocational education and training (VET)
- enrolled in a VET course at a public TAFE (or other VET provider) since leaving secondary education
- completed your VET qualification or weren't able to do so
- have other qualifications, such as a Year 10 or Year 12 secondary school certificate
- completed a Certificate IV during high school
Higher education student
- studied a higher education course since leaving secondary education – recently or some time ago
- studied at a university or through a non-university higher education provider
- completed a bridging or enabling course delivered by or on behalf of a higher education provider
Course fees
$65,400
$142,200
$65,400
$142,200
Career opportunities
The Bachelor of Laws will prepare you for the following roles.
Lawyer
A Lawyer is hired to represent a client in a range of legal proceedings. You might provide legal advice and prepare cases being heard in court. Law...
Corporate Lawyer
A Corporate Lawyer provides legal expertise to businesses and corporations. You might work in areas such as mergers and acquisitions, corporate gov...
Employment Lawyer
An Employment Lawyer represents clients in legal proceedings relating to employment matters. You might represent clients who believe they have been...
Family Lawyer
A Family Lawyer specialises in legal proceedings involving family law such as divorce settlements or dealing with wills. You might represent a clie...
Legal Advisor
Legal Advisors are qualified professionals who are employed by corporate organisations and government agencies to provide internal legal advice. Th...
Solicitor
A Solicitor represents a client in legal proceedings. You might liaise with clients and provide legal advice or guidance. Solicitors may prepare fo...
About Edith Cowan University
Edith Cowan University (ECU) provides the ideal learning environment for people who want to graduate world ready.
Located in Western Australia, our industry-relevant teaching and research, supportive study environment and award-winning facilities enable ECU students to do more than just survive in this world – they thrive in it.
Established in 1991, ECU took the opportunity to reshape the way higher education is delivered in a distinctive and inspiring campus environment.
ECU courses are developed in consultation with industry, and teaching staff have extensive industry experience and networks. It's why ECU students can expect work integrated learning placement opportunities, fieldwork, practicums and networking events as part of their studies.
This approach has been rewarded with five-star ratings for undergraduate teaching quality over the past 16 years, along with consistently high ratings for overall education experience, skills development, student support and learning resources, as reported in the Good Universities Guide .
ECU's world-class research strives to make a difference to the community in Western Australia and beyond. ECU focuses on working with our communities, business and government organizations to solve real-world problems.
The University was named after Edith Dircksey Cowan, the first woman to be elected to an Australian Parliament. Her life was dedicated to the belief that education was the key to growth, change and improvement in society.
Her example informs ECU's values ??as we pride ourselves in developing capable graduates who lead engaged and productive lives in the communities in which they live and work.
