University of Canberra
Juris Doctor
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)The Juris Doctor is a three-year, Masters level law degree designed for those who have already completed a Bachelor's degree in another discipline. Delivered online, the Juris Doctor enables student flexibility in pursuing a law degree using the latest education technologies to keep you connected and engaged. With an emphasis on practical legal problem-solving and problem prevention, the Juris Doctor will ground legal education in the broader social, historical, and economic context and support students' development as socially responsible and ethical professionals.
Featuring small class sizes and highly qualified and experienced staff, students will:
- Develop their advocacy abilities and a wide range of professional legal skills.
- Through UC's close connections with industry, the legal profession, and community partners, students will have the opportunity to build their professional network and apply their talents in the real world by completing a law internship or research project.
- Students can also tailor their individual program of study by selecting from a variety of electives from different areas of law with a particular focus on technology, innovation, and dispute resolution.
Delivery mode
University of Canberra offers this course through the following delivery modes:
Blended
Combine the flexibility of online learning with the support of on campus learning.
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Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Entry requirements
Applicants must have an undergraduate degree (or equivalent) in any non-law discipline, with a GPA of at least 5/7.
English language requirements
- IELTS Academic: 6.5 overall with no band below 6.0
- TOEFL iBT1: Overall score of 79
- Pearson Test of Academic English: 58 with no skill score below 50
- Cambridge English Scale: 176 with no sub-score below 169
Course fees
For more information about this course and payment options please enquire now.
Career opportunities
The Juris Doctor 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...
In House Counsel
An In-House Counsel provides legal advice and representation within an organisation. You might work in a corporate setting, non-profit, or governme...
Judge
Judges are experienced legal professionals who preside over civil and criminal proceedings in Australian courts of law. Depending on their professi...
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...
Legal Consultant
A Legal Consultant provides expert legal advice and guidance to businesses, government agencies, or individuals, often specialising in areas such a...
Public Prosecutor
A Public Prosecutor represents the state in criminal proceedings. You might work in local, state, or federal courts. Public Prosecutors focus on pr...
In House Lawyer
An In House Lawyer is employed by a large company or organisation to provide legal services. You might represent the company during legal proceedin...
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...
Property Lawyer
A Property Lawyer represents a client during legal matters relating to property. You might offer legal advice and work with clients during the sale...
Litigation Lawyer
A Litigation Lawyer, or Litigator, acts on behalf of a client during legal action. You might gather information to prepare for court cases and appe...
Patent Attorney
A Patent Attorney provides legal expertise on intellectual property rights, specialising in patents. You might work in law firms, corporate legal d...
Taxation Lawyer
A Taxation Lawyer advises clients on various aspects of tax law and ensures compliance with tax regulations. You might work in a law firm, a corpor...
International Lawyer
An International Lawyer provides legal services on cross-border issues involving multiple jurisdictions. You might work for multinational corporati...
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...
Medical Malpractice Lawyer
A Medical Malpractice Lawyer advocates for clients who have been injured due to medical negligence. You might work in a legal firm specialising in...
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...
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...
Human Rights Lawyer
A Human Rights Lawyer advocates for individuals and groups whose rights have been violated. You might work for non-profit organisations, government...
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.
