Do you want to understand the rules that shape everyday life? Are you interested in how society organises power and resolves conflict? 

If so, it sounds like you could be open to a career in Law! 

A Bachelor of Laws provides a foundation for understanding how the Australian legal system operates, how it interacts with other legal systems globally and how it shapes social, economic, and political life. The degree prepares students for a wide range of careers, from legal practice and policy work to roles in government, business, and the community sector. 

You will start by building a strong foundation through core units such as Foundations of Law or Skills for Legal Practice. These units explore diverse areas of law including constitutional law, property law, contract law, the law of corporations and administrative law. Of course, you will also learn about core areas such as criminal and civil procedure law.  

You can also specialise with unique and exciting minors such as the Technology and Law unit, which will help you understand the impact technology has on the legal system and prepare you to succeed in today’s digital world.  

Our courses focus on practical, hands-on learning to ensure you graduate career ready. You will gain real-world experience through opportunities like working on actual cases with real clients at SCALES Community Legal Centre, completing internships, and taking part in our mooting program, all while undertaking your studies. These experiences will help you build advocacy skills and give you the confidence to thrive in your legal career.  

Our renowned Geneva Human Rights program offers the opportunity to study in Geneva while gaining firsthand exposure to the work of international NGOs and the impact they make globally. In the past, students have also taken part in international experiences such as the European Summer Academy in Macerata, Italy, and the India Immersion program at Jindal Global University, north of Delhi. 

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Thanks to our partnerships with Leo Cussen and the College of Law, you will have the unique opportunity to complete your practical legal training while studying, getting you practicing sooner. If you take advantage of our summer and winter intensive schedules, you could even finish your law degree in just three years. 

We also celebrate diverse experiences and appreciate that your circumstances do not define your ability to succeed. This is why we offer two alternative pathways: Law Start and Pre-Law. Law Start is a half-day workshop with a written assessment that can be used as your basis for admission. Pre-Law gives you the chance to take a law unit early, and if you achieve 60%, you could secure your place in the Bachelor of Laws. 

Whether you want to fight for justice, influence policy, or support your community, our Bachelor of Laws will give you the knowledge, skills, and experience to make it happen. 

The places you could go 

This degree opens doors to professional careers. If you want to practice law as a solicitor or barrister, you need a law degree. Although, your degree isn’t just about becoming a lawyer. It equips you with transferable skills that can lead to success in any industry. Law graduates excel at critical thinking and the ability to analyse and process vast amounts of information. The communication, negotiation and conflict resolution skills you will develop open doors to diverse opportunities beyond the law.  

You might become a consultant, work in federal, state or local government. You might join Australia’s diplomatic service or join the police or defence forces in some capacity. You might become an academic of enter politics or build a career as a writer or journalist. The possibilities are endless with a Murdoch University Bachelor of Laws. 

Come along to Open Day on 28 March 2026 and discover what you might be open to!

Register for Open Day 2026 your chance to win 1 of 5 prize packs, featuring a Google Pixel Watch 4 to keep you on time every time, blue light blocking glasses to make evening study a breeze, and Bose QuietComfort Noise Cancelling Headphones to make study quiet wherever you go.