# PracticalLegalTraining
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## Get the hands-on law experience you need to succeed
Kick-start your legal career with Practical Legal Training (PLT) at UTS. Get the skills and certification needed for admission as a lawyer in NSW.
At UTS Law, we go beyond what’s expected to deliver an excellent student experience. You’ll learn from leading practitioners and experts, get hands-on in our state-of-the-art facilities and moot and trial courts, and benefit from our flexible study options to learn in the way that suits you best.
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UTS is ranked in the top ten in Australia for law & legal studies.
QS World University Rankings by Subject 2025
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Sydney's first
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UTS is Sydney's first university to offer the PLT program.
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Graduate outcomes
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UTS is ranked in the top 10 in Australia for most employable graduates.
Times Higher Education graduate employability rankings 2026
## Study options
## Related study areas
[### Law](https://www.uts.edu.au/for-students/law/law)
Law lies at the very core of our society. If you’re interested in a career in this impactful discipline, UTS has a Law program for you.
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[### Juris Doctor](https://www.uts.edu.au/for-students/law/juris-doctor)
Dreaming of a future in law? Designed for individuals without an undergraduate law qualification or for international law graduates, the Juris Doctor will help you build the critical foundational knowledge and capabilities you need for a career in Australian law.
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[### Migration Law and Practice](https://www.uts.edu.au/for-students/law/migration-law-and-practice)
Dreaming of a future where you can help people live out their dreams of finding a new place to call home? If so, the ever-changing world of Migration Law and Practice is for you.
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[### Legal Studies](https://www.uts.edu.au/for-students/law/legal-studies)
Interested in our legal system or want to accelerate your non-law career? UTS’s Legal Studies is for you. Our programs are designed to give you a comprehensive understanding of the Law and how it intersects with our everyday lives.
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[### Intellectual Property](https://www.uts.edu.au/for-students/law/intellectual-property)
Interested in the fascinating world of intellectual property law? With our courses, you can get the qualifications you need to launch a thrilling career in this international, ever-evolving field.
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[### Commercial and Business Law](https://www.uts.edu.au/for-students/law/commercial-and-business-law)
Want a career that’s rewarding, challenging, international and hands-on? Take your place at the forefront of the business world with our Commercial and Business Law programs.
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### Find more Law courses
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## Upcoming events
[### Practical Legal Training (PLT) Information Session](https://www.uts.edu.au/events/plt-information-session)
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## Make an enquiry
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## Contact us
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Get in touch with our friendly, knowledgeable Student Centre team.
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## Frequently asked questions
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- ### Am I eligible to start PLT if I haven't finished my law degree yet?
Yes—if you meet the [Early Start Rule](https://www.uts.edu.au/for-students/current-students/managing-your-course/current-students-information-law/practical-legal-training-plt). You can begin PLT before graduating if you:
- Have completed all your core law (Priestley 11) subjects, and
- Have **no more than 2 electives remaining**, and
- Receive **LPAB approval**.
Stand-alone [LLB](https://www.uts.edu.au/courses/bachelor-of-laws) students undertake PLT on completion of the core law subjects and in the last session of their degree.
- ### How do I enrol in PLT?
If you are a current UTS [LLB](https://www.uts.edu.au/courses/bachelor-of-laws) or JD/GCPLP student:
PLT subjects will appear in **My Student Admin** once you’re eligible.\
You add the subjects directly in your enrolment.
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Non-UTS students: You must first apply for [admission to UTS](https://student-portal.uts.edu.au/s/login/?ec=302&startURL=%2Fs%2F) before enrolling in PLT.
- ### Is PLT offered online or on campus?
From **2026 onwards**, PLT will consist of a blended course with:
- **Compulsory on-campus workshops**, typically in intensive blocks, including assessments
- Online learning components (readings, discussion board).
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It will **not** be entirely online due to accreditation requirements.
- ### What are the practical experience requirements? (15 days vs 65 or 20 days)
UTS is transitioning to a blended unified model:
- **From 2026:** Commencing students will follow a minimum **15-day practical work placement + 15 days on campus** model.
- Students previously enrolled in the 65-day or 20-day stream have the opportunity to be transitioned to the new structure or complete their current enrolment in 75411 or 75426.
- ### Does my paralegal or legal assistant work count toward my PLT experience?
Yes, paid or unpaid legal work may count toward your practical experience days if you do them concurrently, or following your PLT core subjects, and/or will be subject to the [Practical Experience Rules](https://www.uts.edu.au/for-students/current-students/managing-your-course/current-students-information-law/practical-legal-training-plt/practical-experience-rules-75426) and **supervisor sign-off.**
- ### Are workshops compulsory? How are they scheduled?
Yes—**attendance is compulsory. This is a requirement of the NSW Legal Profession Admission Board.**
On-campus intensives are offered across allocated Fridays and Saturdays. Some assessments will be undertaken on these days.
Assessment tasks run during the subject, not in a separate exam period.
- ### How long does PLT take, and when can I apply for admission?
Most students finish PLT in **one semester (6 months).**
Once you complete PLT:
- You can immediately submit your admission application to the LPAB for admission to the Supreme Court
- If approved, you will attend an admissions ceremony at the NSW Supreme Court
- Admission usually happens **within 2–3 months**, depending on ceremony dates and processing times.
- ### Can I register for a tour of the UTS campus?
Yes, UTS runs free campus tours throughout the year.
[Register for a UTS campus tour](https://www.uts.edu.au/study/undergraduate/our-courses/events-and-info-sessions/register-uts-campus-tour) to secure a spot.
- ### Is PLT covered by FEE-HELP?
[FEE-HELP](https://www.uts.edu.au/for-students/admissions-entry/fees-costs/payment-information/domestic-fees-government-help-schemes) is available for eligible domestic students.
[HECS-HELP](https://www.uts.edu.au/for-students/admissions-entry/fees-costs/payment-information/domestic-fees-government-help-schemes) does apply to undergraduate students undertaking PLT in the LLB.
HECS-HELP does **not** apply to those studying a postgraduate program such as the [JD/GCPLP](https://www.uts.edu.au/courses/juris-doctor-graduate-certificate-in-professional-legal-practice) (Juris Doctor Graduate Certificate in Professional Legal Practice.
UTS double degree and JD students are eligible for a 10% alumni savings.
UTS PLT is comparatively priced and offers:
- University-taught curriculum
- Intensive workshops led by experienced practitioners and educators
- Smaller class sizes
- Academic support and integration with the UTS Law School.