Overview

The University of New South Wales Juris Doctor (JD) is a distinctive postgraduate degree that provides the basis for admission to legal practice in Australia, as well as a wide range of careers in government, business, legal and social policy and international relations.

It’s a flexible program, with the option to study part-time, and a variety of classes available to shape your timetable to suit your priorities.

Outcomes

The JD offers a pathway to become a legal practitioner for graduates of disciplines other than law, or those with an undergraduate degree in law from an overseas institution.

You’ll be prepared for the future of law by learning about new and emerging topics while establishing a foundation in key areas of law. Our world-class researchers and teachers are leading critical debate in some of today’s greatest challenges, bringing their ethos and commitment to justice for all to their teaching.

You’ll be part of a cohort of students that are engaged with social justice initiatives and driven to be the next leaders in legal practice.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Law & Justice
Crime & Criminal Process
Principles of Private Law
Torts
Principles of Public Law
Criminal Laws
Contracts
Lawyers, Ethics & Justice

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-09-15 00:00:00

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Starting 2026-02-17 00:00:00

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More details

Applicants must submit their application (and all required documentation) at least eight (8) weeks before.

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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PTE Academic

64

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TOEFL^® IBT

90

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Credits

144 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus, Blended

Campus Location

Paddington, Sydney, NSW, Australia

Disciplines

Legal Studies View 9 other PhDs in Legal Studies in Australia

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Academic requirements

GPA

Required

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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PTE Academic

64

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90

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Other requirements

General requirements

CRICOS Code: 068850G

Entry into the UNSW JD is based on academic merit. Students must have completed a tertiary qualification at Bachelor, Masters or PhD level in a discipline other than law, or a degree in law from an overseas institution. There are no additional selection criteria.

International Students

The UNSW JD is open to international applicants who have completed or are about to complete a bachelor's degree in any discipline. Those who have a degree in law from a different legal system may also apply for the UNSW JD.
To be eligible, you need to have achieved an overall average of 70% or higher

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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Tuition Fee

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International

55000 AUD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 55000 AUD per year during 36 months.
National

16500 AUD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 16500 AUD per year during 36 months.

The tuition is from last year. This year's tuition has not yet been confirmed.

Full fee to complete degree

Domestic students (CSP): $50,500

International: $176,500

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