Bachelor of Laws and Legal Practice (Graduate Entry)

The Bachelor of Laws and Legal Practice (Graduate Entry) at Flinders University is designed for students who have already completed a tertiary qualification and wish to enter the legal profession. Delivered over 3.5 years, this rigorous programme provides a comprehensive foundation in legal principles, legal research, and the practical skills required for professional legal practice in Australia.

Students engage with a suite of core and elective units of study, each carrying a specific credit point value towards the total required for graduation. The curriculum balances theoretical understanding with practical skill-building, including subjects in contract, criminal, property, administrative, and constitutional law. Integral to the degree is the inclusion of legal practice training, ensuring graduates meet the academic requirements for entry into the legal profession as set out by the Legal Practitioners Board of South Australia.

The course structure is semester-based, and may feature work-integrated learning opportunities such as professional legal placements in law firms, courts, or government agencies. Skills developed include critical analysis, ethical reasoning, advocacy, negotiation, and an in-depth understanding of the Australian legal system. Students hone their legal research and communication abilities, preparing them for diverse roles within and beyond traditional legal settings. The programme typically culminates in a capstone project or clinical legal experience that synthesises knowledge and professional competencies.

This degree is suited to graduates from non-law backgrounds seeking to transition into the legal sector, as well as those aiming to contribute to the justice system, policy development, or corporate governance in Australia. International students are required to demonstrate English proficiency, with an IELTS score of 7.0 or above typically required for law. Students should confirm full details via the official Flinders University or CRICOS pages.

• Solicitor or Barrister in Australian legal practice (upon completing practical legal training and admission requirements)
• In-house counsel in corporations and not-for-profit organisations
• Policy officer in government departments and agencies
• Legal adviser in community legal centres or advocacy organisations
• Regulatory analyst and compliance officer
• Opportunities in the broader justice, corporate, and regulatory sectors across Australia

Graduates may be eligible for the post-study work stream of the Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) and can work up to 48 hours per fortnight while studying.