Southern Cross University

Bachelor of Laws

Nationally Recognised Higher Education

Complete the academic prerequisites to become a lawyer in just three years with the Bachelor of Laws, developing the intellectual, critical, and practical skills needed in the professional practice of law.

In addition to the core units, which comply with professional accreditation requirements, the course includes unique core units such as the philosophy of law and environmental law, that reflect our focus on justice and critique.

Elective units cover areas as diverse as human rights, race and the law, animal law, climate law and policy, psychology and the law and ecological jurisprudence. An elective in mediation meets national requirements, setting you on the way to becoming a nationally accredited mediator.

Delivery mode

Southern Cross University offers this course through the following delivery modes:

Blended

Combine the flexibility of online learning with the support of on campus learning.

Locations
  • Southern Cross Drive, Bilinga

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.

Entry requirements

Language requirements

English language requirements apply to International applicants and other applicants whose previous study was undertaken in a language other than English. The minimum English language requirements for such applicants for entry to this course are as follows

  • IELTS: Overall score 6.0

Course requirements

To be eligible to receive the Bachelor of Laws, students must complete the equivalent of 24 units (288 credit points), comprising:

  • 20 core units (240 credit points), and
  • 4 Law option units (48 credit points).

The Bachelor of Laws must be completed in no less than 3 years full-time study of law, unless exceptional circumstances apply and are approved by the Course Coordinator.

Early Offer for Year 12s

The Early Offer program allows Year 12 students to secure a place in a Southern Cross University undergraduate degree before Year 12 results are released. It’s designed to remove some of the pressure from Year 12 and provide a pathway directly into university study that is not based solely on Year 12 results.

Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

Estimated Fee* $0 $88,080 Fees are based on full-time study.

For more information about this course and payment options please enquire now.

Study mode Blended
Duration 3 Years
Estimated fee* $0 $88,080

Career opportunities

The Bachelor of Laws will prepare you for the following roles.

About Southern Cross University

Since 1994, we’ve created a world-ranked university and one of Australia’s most-applauded university experiences, and that’s just the beginning of our story.

Our drive for transformation is fuelled by the challenges our communities face. As the world around us evolves we are dedicated to remaining on the cusp of change, always – with a relatively short history that reflects that dedication.

Operating since 1994
Legal name Southern Cross University
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