Overview

Graduate with USQ’s Bachelor of Laws sooner. You now have the option to fast-track your study and complete this degree in 2 years full-time over 6 consecutive semesters

Prepare yourself to practice as a solicitor or barrister in Queensland or a legal practitioner elsewhere in Australia. This degree is accredited by the Legal Practitioners Admissions Board as an academic qualification for admission as a lawyer in Queensland.
An Advisory Committee of senior judges and lawyers have given this degree their professional endorsement. Learn from lecturers who have a wealth of experience in a diverse range of backgrounds, including criminal law, human rights, international and comparative law, family law, environmental law, property law and commercial law.
Hone your skills in USQ’s Wonderley & Hall Moot Court and take advantage of our Work Integrated Learning courses gaining professional experience in law practices and advocacy and support centres. Graduate career-ready with a competitive edge.

Career outcomes

Graduates of the Bachelor of Laws program from the University of Southern Queensland are qualified to perform roles such as barrister, solicitor, public prosecutor, community lawyer, legal officer, or in-house counsel for large companies.
Bachelor of Laws also opens up a wide range of career paths within the public service sector, government, politics, as well as non-government organisations and businesses.

Accreditation

The Bachelor of Laws has been accredited by the Legal Practitioners Admissions Board, Queensland

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Legal History
Australian Legal System
Legal Writing and Research
Contract and Torts
Contract
Torts
Criminal Law and Procedure

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-05-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-26 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-09-08 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-09-08 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2028-02-10 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-10 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

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IELTS

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Credits

24 alternative credits

units

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Campus Location

Toowoomba, Australia
, Australia

Disciplines

International Law Civil & Private Law Public Law View 71 other Bachelors in Civil & Private Law in Australia

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

CRICOS: 081714F

To study this degree we assume you have sound knowledge in:

English (Units 3 & 4, C)

We assume that your knowledge is equivalent to a grade C or higher in Units 3 and 4 at high school level (typically studied in Year 12).

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

16992 AUD / year

≈ 16992 AUD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

26400 AUD / year

≈ 26400 AUD / year

Additional Details

Commonwealth supported - AUD 16992
External/Online - AUD 30320

Living costs

Toowoomba

Australia

1200 - 2000 AUD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Career outcomes

Accreditation

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Additional Details

Living costs

Toowoomba

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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