Doctor of Juridical Science
The University of Western Australia (UWA)
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Postgraduate
CRICOS: 00126G
The Doctor of Juridical Science is a special opportunity to gain distinguished professional recognition for high-quality research. With both a coursework and thesis component, this professional doctorate recognises a distinguished original contribution to professional knowledge. It is a platform for achieving publication of research outputs and can re-launch your professional career or fulfil a personal yearning for scholarly satisfaction. This Doctoral program is designed for law graduates with relevant experience. It involves completion of a combination of coursework units and a 50,000 to 60,000 word thesis. Prior to being admitted to candidature an applicant may be required by the Governing Board to undertake any of the following: (a) complete such courses, lectures, seminars and other work as may be directed; (b) complete such research preparation as directed and provide particulars of the progress and results of the research as requested; or (3) pass an examination approved by the Board. For further information visit the UWA Handbook web page.
Designed for
Legal professionals
Structure
The course consists of units to a total value of 144 points.
Subjects
- Juridical science
Standard entry requirements
- To be considered for admission to this course an applicant must have—(a) the Bachelor of Laws with first or upper second class honours
- Or an equivalent qualification, as recognised by UWA
- Or(b)(i) a Juris Doctor or Master of Laws, including a 12 point research project, or an equivalent qualification, as recognised by UWA
- And(ii) the equivalent of a UWA weighted average mark of at least 70 per cent
- Or(c)(i) a bachelor's degree in law, or an equivalent qualification, as recognised by UWA
- And(ii) evidence of adequate research preparation as recognised by UWA
- And(iii) at least two years of relevant professional experience, or(d)(i) completed 24 points of a Master of Laws (LLM) at UWA or elsewhere, including a 12 points research paper
- (ii) the equivalent of a UWA weighted average mark of at least 70 percent on completed LLM units
- And(iii) a mark of at least 70 percent in the 12 points research paper.
Study pathways
Advanced Standing (credit) towards the coursework component will only be granted on the basis of previous study towards a SJD or equivalent course.
Study information
| Campus | Fees | Entry | Mid year intake | Attendance |
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| Crawley | International: $163,800 | Yes |
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Further information
Students must complete the course in a maximum of 9 years, on either a full-time, part-time, or combination of, basis.
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