Overview
By studying the Juris Doctor program from The University of Western Australia, you'll benefit from our Law School’s longstanding and deep links with the legal profession. These ties contribute to consistently high rates of employment for our graduates. You'll also have the opportunity to learn from the very best of the legal profession as well as academic staff recognised nationally for excellence in teaching and research. You can participate in practical skill-building programs including mooting (legal advocacy) competitions and internships, and build lifelong friendships with a talented, diverse and vibrant cohort of future leaders.
After completing the Juris Doctor you'll enter the competitive graduate market with an edge, armed with both an undergraduate degree and the JD, which is a prestigious qualification offered by institutions such as Harvard, Yale and Columbia universities. You'll join the ranks of nationally and internationally renowned UWA Law School graduates including Rhodes Scholars, the members of the Judiciary and legal profession, as well as leaders at the highest level of business and government.
Career Pathways
Although the practice of law (lawyer, solicitor, barrister, in-house counsel or judge) is the most common career progression for law graduates, the JD also equips you to head into other areas such as politics, international relations, leadership positions and legal publishing.
Accreditation
The Juris Doctor program from The University of Western Australia is accredited by the Legal Practice Board of Western Australia and equips students with the knowledge and skillset to pursue a career in law.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Law and Lawyering
- Criminal Law
- Contract
- Property
- Torts
- Land Law
- Public Law
- Legal Theory and Ethics
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 36 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApply anytime.
Language
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Delivered
Disciplines
Civil & Private Law Public Law Legal Studies View 10 other PhDs in Legal Studies in AustraliaAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
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Student insurance
Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:
- Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
- Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
- Liability
- Home contents and baggage
- Accidents
- Legal aid
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Other requirements
General requirements
To be considered for admission to this course an applicant must have—
- a bachelor's degree, or an equivalent qualification, as recognised by UWA;
and;
- the equivalent of a UWA grade point average (GPA) of at least 5.5.
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Tuition Fee
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International
48400 AUD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 48400 AUD per year during 36 months. -
National
9133 AUD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 9133 AUD per year during 36 months.
Average annual fee (CSP only) - 2023
- $9,133.65
- $4,124.00 - $15,142.00
Living costs for Perth
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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Scholarships Information
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