Fast facts
| Course type: | Undergraduate degree |
| Course length (full-time equivalent): | 4 years |
Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR): | 90.55 |
| Location: | On campus |
| Professional Recognition/Membership | Successful completion of the Bachelor of Laws and Legal Practice satisfies the academic and professional requirements underpinning eligibility to be admitted as a barrister and solicitor in the State of South Australia. Admission to practice in other States and Territories in Australia would normally be possible but is formally subject to the requirements in place in those jurisdictions. |
Course overview
The Bachelor of Laws and Legal Practice enables you to acquire essential foundational skills.
You will gain knowledge of Australian law and the ability to critically evaluate it with reference to its historical development and context.
You will also acquire a range of skills such as interviewing, drafting, advocacy, negotitation and teamwork to enable you to translate legal rights into practice within real world scenarios.
A Bachelor of Laws and Legal Practice (Honours) is also available.
Law Pathway
The Bachelor of Justice and Society (Law Pathway) is an alternative entry option for students seeking admission into a Law degree at Flinders.
In order to be guaranteed a place in the Bachelor of Laws and Legal Practice in the following year, you must achieve an overall credit (5.0) grade point average, including a grade of credit or higher in 2 Law topics.
Students who successfully complete this pathway may receive up to 36 units of credit.
What will I study?
Refer to the course rule.
Why study Law at Flinders?
This course:
- allows you to qualify to practise as a barrister or solicitor without having to pay extra for the compulsory Professional Legal Training component
- is modern, friendly, accessible and, most importantly, highly regarded by the legal profession
- consistently scores in the top band in surveys of student satisfaction
- is designed to foster independent learning techniques and teach the critical analysis of legal material and the development of legal skills.
Combined degree options
Laws and Legal Practice combined degrees for further information.Career opportunities
What can I do with my Bachelor of Laws and Legal Practice degree?
Study a language
Flinders also offers all students the opportunity to major in a language in conjunction with any undergraduate course. The Diploma in Language is designed to provide students with competence in a chosen language that adds greater portability to their qualifications. You will complete a total of one extra year of study and graduate with both your chosen degree and the Diploma in Language. You can apply for this at time of enrolment.
Entry requirements
Domestic students | International students | ||
| Prerequisites: | None | Prerequisites: | None |
You can qualify for undergraduate courses through:
Flinders also offers a range of special access schemes. Refer to undergraduate study applications. | English language requirements | ||
Applications
Domestic students | International students | ||
| SATAC code: | 214441 | CRICOS code: | 033057K |
Mid-year entry: | Yes (for combined degrees only) | Mid-year entry: | No |
| Apply through: | SATAC Uniweb | Apply through: | International Office |
Credit transfer
Refer to credit transfer for further information.
Annual fees
Place type | Domestic students | International students |
Commonwealth supported - Student contribution amount  | $9,408 | N/A |
| Full fee paying | N/A | $23,100 |
Note: Domestic student fees are indicative only. Further information: How are these fees calculated?
Further study options
Publications
Domestic students | International students | ||
| Law and Justice (PDF 1MB) | eBrochure: Undergraduate international prospectus |
Contact
School of Law
Student Services Area
Tel: (08) 8201 3539
Email: ssa@flinders.edu.au
General domestic students information
Web: Prospective students
Enquiries: Admissions/Prospective Students Office
Flinders University, GPO Box 2100, Adelaide SA 5001
Tel (08) 8201 3074 or 1300 657 671 (local call cost)
Fax (08) 8201 2580
Email: admissions@flinders.edu.au
General international students information
Web: International students
Enquiries: Ask Flinders
