Law

The pursuit of a Law degree is popular among students worldwide, with aspirations ranging from becoming lawyers and legal advisors to pursuing careers in law enforcement agencies. Law degrees are highly respected and widely undertaken at universities, attracting students for their challenging nature and unique blend of human interest and intellectual stimulation. While many students see a law degree as a stepping stone to a legal career as solicitors or barristers, studying law offers a wealth of opportunities beyond the legal sector.

Law degrees come in various forms, including LLB (Bachelor of Laws), BA in Law (BL), or BSc in Law, with each offering a distinct focus and approach. LLB programs concentrate exclusively on law, while BA Law programs allow students to explore other subjects alongside law, often within the humanities domain. These degrees employ a combination of teaching methods, including lectures, seminars, group work, presentations, debates, and practical training in courtroom settings, to equip students with essential legal skills such as research, analysis, public speaking, and argument formation.

Specializations

The discipline of Law is suitable for people wanting to become lawyers, legal advisers in business, or pursue a career through law enforcement agencies. Law programs in Australia cover the following specializations:

Banking, Business and Commercial Law;
Constitutional Law;
Criminology;
Criminal Law;
Economics Law;
Environmental Law;
Health Law;
Human Rights Law;
Indigenous Law;

Intellectual Property Law;
International and Comparative Law;
Jurisprudence;
Justice Studies;
Employment Law;
Legal Process;
Legal Practice Administration; and
Maritime Law.

Qualifications

Law programs are offered at the following qualification levels:

Diploma
Advanced Diploma
Bachelor Degree
Graduate Certificate
Postgraduate Diploma
Masters by research/coursework
Professional Doctorates/PhD

Professional Associations

Law programs in Australia sometimes include a practical component where students acquire some practical experience in a law organization such as a solicitor’s office. Students are also exposed to Moot Courts and assessed on their performance.

Most Australian law programs are recognized internationally. However, some students from select countries may be required to complete further studies to practice in their home country.

On graduation from a law program, students may be eligible for membership to an international professional association such as:

Law	Law Council of Australia (LCA) Council of the Bars and Law Societies of Europe (CCBE) International Law Students Association (ILSA)
Law Enforcement	Australian Federal Police Association (AFPA) International Police Association (IPA) Australasian Council of Women and Policing (ACWAP)