Bachelor of Laws (Honours)
Australian National University
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This course has been cancelled
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About
Graduates/graduands are not eligible to apply for this course.
The Bachelor of Laws (Honours) provides candidates with a law degree that opens doors to a diverse range of professional careers in Australia and around the world. In addition to equipping you with an understanding of law and the contexts in which it operates, this program places a significant emphasis on building your high-level research skills through opportunities to conduct independent legal research. You will also graduate with an honours-degree, giving you additional advantages in establishing your career or providing a strong foundation for postgraduate study.
The program satisfies the academic component to be admitted as a legal practitioner in Australia.
Graduates/graduands of non-Law degrees are not eligible to apply for this course but may apply for the ANU Juris Doctor by completing a postgraduate application through UAC.
Areas of study
Law.
Career opportunities
Community legal worker; corporate legal officer in private industry; legal officer in international organisations and non-government organisations; legal officer in Commonwealth and state departments, parliament, courts and tribunals; professional practitioner.
Professional recognition
The program satisfies the academic component to be admitted as a legal practitioner in Australia.
Honours
Awarded to all students, subject to progress requirements.
Fees and charges
The Australian Government pays part of the tuition fee for this course. The remaining balance is paid by the student. Information about ANU student contributions.
Essential requirements for admission
Co-curricular or service experience (Year 12 or IB applicants only): Applicants must demonstrate at least two of the following seven skills: community engagement, inclusion and awareness of diversity, communication, leadership, personal responsibility, teamwork, creative and critical thinking. Check if you meet the ANU co-curricular or service requirement.
Admission criteria
Minimum selection rank: 97.00. Due to the competitive nature of our admissions process, we cannot guarantee entry to applicants who meet the minimum selection rank for their preferred program.
Also refer to the ANU general admission criteria.
Student profile
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Further information
View all details of this course on the ANU website.
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Course updates
Courses are added and cancelled throughout the admissions year and course details are subject to change. Check the UAC course search regularly.
Combined options
Combined options are available in a number of ANU courses.