University of Canberra
Bachelor of Laws (Legal Practice)
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationThe Major in Legal Practice is focused on developing students' specialised knowledge in key areas of law required for the professional accreditation of the LLB. These areas of law include Contract Law, Torts Law, Criminal Law and Procedure, Corporations Law, Property Law, Administrative Law, Equity Law and Evidence Law.
Delivery mode
University of Canberra offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
- 20 Telita St, Bruce
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Admission requirements
Admission to this course is based on an entrance rank. A rank can be achieved by the following means:
- Year 12 ATAR
- other Australian Qualification
- work experience
- overseas qualification
Applicants who have completed a Diploma of Paralegal Services plus have a minimum of 12 months of documented full-time work experience as a paralegal or its equivalent will also be considered for admission.
Additional requirements may apply.Course fees
For more information about this course and payment options please enquire now.
Career opportunities
The Bachelor of Laws (Legal Practice) will prepare you for the following roles.
Government Lawyer
A Government Lawyer provides legal advice and representation to government departments and agencies. You might work in areas such as policy develop...
Community Lawyer
A Community Lawyer provides legal support and advocacy for individuals and groups within the community. You might work in non-profit organisations,...
Parliamentary Counsel
A Parliamentary Counsel provides legal expertise and support to government members in drafting and reviewing legislation. You might work within a p...
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...
Corporate Lawyer
A Corporate Lawyer provides legal expertise to businesses and corporations. You might work in areas such as mergers and acquisitions, corporate gov...
Prosecutor
A Prosecutor tries legal cases against individuals in a court of law. You’ll work with police and other authorities to prepare for legal cases and...
About University of Canberra
As a university anchored in Australia’s capital, we work with government, business and industry to serve our communities and nation, and to be the capital’s educational window to the world. From this vantage point, we challenge the status quo in a relentless pursuit of original and better ways to teach, learn, research and add value – locally and internationally.
Our long-standing excellence in mission-oriented research will be fostered and, together with a renewed emphasis on entrepreneurship, will be woven inextricably into the University’s educational experience.
Through a transformative campus development plan, the University will evolve into a distinctive community for lifelong learning, and serve as a beacon of sustainable, smart and connected living.
We will lead the sector nationally in equity, diversity, inclusion and access.
