Course Level
Master Degree (Extended)
CRICOS
068850G
Juris Doctor
The UNSW Juris Doctor (JD) is the professional law degree for graduates of disciplines other than law, or with a law degree from an overseas institution. It provides the basis for admission to legal practice, as well as a wide range of careers in government, business, legal and social policy, or international relations.
Campus | Duration | Fees | ATAR |
|---|---|---|---|
Kensington | Flexible Delivery - 3 years | N/A | N/A |
Designed for
Graduates in disciplines other than law who wish to practise law
Structure
144 units of credit comprised of 16 compulsory core law courses (96 UOC), 7 elective law courses (42 UOC), 1 prescribed elective law course (6 UOC). This is a 3 year degree when studied full-time, but can be completed over a maximum of 8 years.
Subjects
- Law
Entry requirements
- As a guide, to be competitive for a CSP, students would have achieved at least a distinction average (75% or higher) in their Bachelor or Masters degree. To be competitive for a full-fee place, students would have achieved at least a credit average (65% or higher).
Recognition
The UNSW JD is accredited by the Legal Profession Admission Board (LPAB) and satisfies the academic component for admission to practise as a solicitor and barrister of the Supreme Court of NSW. To practise law in other countries graduates must satisfy the academic and accreditation criteria in the particular jurisdiction. Always refer to the relevant authority or admitting body in that country or state.
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