UTS Juris Doctor Master of Business Administration

Master's Degree Law (JD) Full Time

Juris Doctor Master of Business Administration

at University of Technology Sydney · Sydney, New South Wales

CRICOS course code

074765J

CRICOS provider code

00099F

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$208,960 total

Per year

A$52,240/yr

Intake

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

About this program

The Juris Doctor Master of Business Administration double degree at the University of Technology Sydney (UTS) is a four-year postgraduate programme that integrates advanced legal education with comprehensive business administration insights. Designed for ambitious graduates, this programme offers rigorous training in foundational and specialist areas of both Australian law and contemporary business management. Students develop a thorough understanding of legal frameworks, corporate governance, commercial law, and decision-making processes as they relate to both local and global contexts.

This qualification is structured around semesters, featuring a combination of core and elective units of study. Each unit carries designated credit points that contribute to the total program requirement, with options enabling students to tailor their learning to their professional goals. A key component of the degree is the completion of a capstone project or research thesis, allowing students to critically engage with complex legal and business issues and demonstrate high-level analytical skills. The programme supports work-integrated learning opportunities, typically through internships, legal clinics, or business consultancy projects with organisations in the vibrant Sydney business and legal sectors.

Graduates from this double degree programme gain a sophisticated blend of legal reasoning, business strategy, leadership, negotiation, and analytical skills. This combination prepares students to navigate, and lead, in environments where law and business intersect. The programme is ideally suited to aspiring lawyers, corporate strategists, entrepreneurs, and professionals seeking to broaden their expertise across both fields. International students are required to meet a higher English language proficiency standard in line with law qualifications, and are eligible for work rights of 48 hours per fortnight while studying, as well as consideration for the Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) upon successful completion.

Being situated in Sydney, a hub for legal practice and business innovation in Australia, UTS offers students proximity to key industry players, potential employers, and networking opportunities. Detailed, up-to-date credit, unit, and programme structure requirements are available on the official UTS course page, and prospective students should confirm all specifics directly with the institution.

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 or barrister in Australian legal practice (subject to professional accreditation requirements)
Corporate counsel or in-house lawyer in companies and government departments
Business consultant or management analyst
Corporate governance advisor
Entrepreneur or business owner
Legal and compliance adviser in large organisations
Executive or senior manager in the finance, consulting, technology, or not-for-profit sectors

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Juris Doctor Master of Business Administration at University of Technology Sydney?

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

How much is the tuition?

Tuition is around A$208,960 total. Fees change yearly, confirm with an advisor.

What are the career outcomes?

Solicitor or barrister in Australian legal practice (subject to professional accreditation requirements)Corporate counsel or in-house lawyer in companies and government departmentsBusiness consultant or management analystCorporate governance advisorEntrepreneur or business ownerL...

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