Bachelor of Laws at Edith Cowan University – Perth, Australi

Bachelor's Degree Law (JD) Full Time

Bachelor of Laws

at Edith Cowan University · Perth, Western Australia

CRICOS course code

053990G

CRICOS provider code

00279B

This course is registered on the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students. Verify it yourself at cricos.education.gov.au before paying any fee.

Duration

4 years

Tuition (whole course)

A$154,400 total

Per year

A$38,600/yr

Intake

Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul)

About this program

The Bachelor of Laws at Edith Cowan University is a four-year undergraduate degree that explores the Australian legal system, legal theory, and the practical skills required for a future in the legal profession. Students cover core units such as contract law, criminal law, constitutional law, property law, and administrative law, with the opportunity to choose electives in specialised areas like family law, environmental law, or commercial law. This course is structured around semesters, with each unit of study contributing to the overall credit points needed for graduation.

Throughout their studies, students engage in both theoretical analysis and practical tasks. Moot court exercises, legal research projects, and case analysis form a major part of the curriculum, helping students to develop critical reasoning, argumentation, and communication skills. In later years, work-integrated learning and professional placement opportunities allow students to apply their legal knowledge in real-world contexts such as community legal centres, government agencies, or private law firms. A capstone project or research component often draws together learning in the final year.

This degree is designed for those interested in practising law or working in areas where strong analytical and advocacy skills are valuable. Studying law at an Australian public university means developing an in-depth understanding of how Australian law operates within an international and local context. International students should meet the higher English language requirements for law and confirm program details on the official page. While studying, students are eligible to work up to 48 hours per fortnight and may have access to the Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) after completing their studies.

Entry requirements

English: International applicants must evidence English proficiency. IELTS Academic 6.0–6.5 overall is the common undergraduate and coursework-postgraduate standard, rising to 7.0–7.5 for teaching, nursing, medicine, law and social work. TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, Cambridge C1 Advanced and the university’s own English programmes are accepted as equivalents; the Department of Home Affairs sets a separate English threshold for the Student visa itself.

International students: Registered on CRICOS for international students. A Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) for this course supports a Student visa (subclass 500) application; Overseas Student Health Cover is required for the full duration.

Career outcomes

Solicitor (with further admission requirements in Australia)
Barrister (following additional training and admission)
In-house legal counsel in government, corporations, and non-profits
Policy adviser for government agencies
Legal researcher or academic
Compliance officer in financial, insurance, and public sectors
Community legal centre advocate

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Bachelor of Laws at Edith Cowan University?

It typically takes 4 years, with intakes in Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul).

How much is the tuition?

Tuition is around A$154,400 total. Fees change yearly, confirm with an advisor.

What are the career outcomes?

Solicitor (with further admission requirements in Australia)Barrister (following additional training and admission)In-house legal counsel in government, corporations, and non-profitsPolicy adviser for government agenciesLegal researcher or academicCompliance officer in financial,...

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