Judge Courses
Judges are legal professionals who oversee court proceedings, evaluate evidence, and make decisions in various types of cases in Australia.
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How do I become a Judge
Get qualified to work as a Judge with a course recognised across Australia. Speak to a training provider to learn more.
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12 months - 4 and a half years
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Blended, On Campus, Online
The Bachelor of Laws (Honours) offers students comprehensive knowledge of fundamental principles and concepts in law, along with advanced research skills. Graduates with a law degree are sought after in the legal profession and other sectors where legal expertise is valued. Law graduates find employment in diverse roles, such as advising and counselling parties, acting as negotiators, managing project teams, and resolving disputes, reflecting the wide applicability of their skills and knowledge.
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12 months - 4 and a half years
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Duration
24 months - 3 years
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Blended, On Campus, Online
The Juris Doctor (JD) is a globally recognised legal qualification at the master's level, ideal for graduates from various fields. It fulfills the academic criteria for legal practice in Australia, paving the way for diverse career advancements. The JD aims to develop skills for a law career or leadership with legal knowledge in other areas. Emphasising practical legal solutions and ethical professionalism, it offers small classes, expert faculty, and opportunities for advocacy skill development. Stud...
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24 months - 3 years
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How much do Judges earn?
While there are no clear salary figures for Australian judges at this time, you can expect a six-figure salary that is much higher than a solicitor or barrister.
What are the job opportunities for Judges?
There are currently 650 appointed judges around Australia. There are no clear figures on the growth or expansion of this occupation.
How do I become a Judge?
In Australia, judges are appointed by federal and state governments. They are qualified lawyers who have extensive experience practicing as a barrister or solicitor. Sometimes law academics are appointed as judges, but this is rare.
If you aspire to become a judge, you will need to obtain a Bachelor of Laws and then practice as a solicitor or barrister for at least 8-10 years. At the same time, your personal and professional reputation must be impeccable. To increase your chances of being appointed as a judge, consider a Master of Laws (LLM) and other specialist masters to extend your knowledge in specific areas of the law.
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Judges are experienced legal professionals who preside over civil and criminal proceedings in Australian courts of law. Depending on their professional experience and specialist law qualifications, they may be appointed to local or district courts, civil and administrative tribunals, family courts, supreme or high courts.
As a judge you could be conducting a trial, evaluating the evidence and arguments presented by a barrister in court, researching previous court decision on cases relevant to the one being heard, sentencing an offender, determining custody arrangements, or giving legal instructions to a jury.
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