Bachelor of Laws
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Study Law at UTS
One of Sydney’s leading law degrees, this program gives you the innovative education you need to kick-start a vibrant future. Our unique approach means you’ll graduate with a valuable understanding of law in practice as well as vital professional skills in areas like problem-solving, analytical thinking, and professional communication, helping you secure jobs, create change and become a leader in your profession.
You’ll benefit from hands-on learning and unique social and extracurricular programs, giving you connections, experience and insight into your future career. UTS is the first university in Sydney to offer Practical Legal Training (PLT) as an elective component, giving you the opportunity to complete the requirements to become a practising lawyer in NSW with just one degree.
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Bachelor of Laws
CODE
UTS: C10124 (version 9)
CRICOS: 013614G
UAC: 604000 FT (Autumn Session, Spring Session), 604001 PT (Autumn Session, Spring Session)
LOWEST SELECTION RANK question_mark This refers to the lowest selection rank to which an offer was made for a recent school leaver in the Autumn 2025 intake.
97.3 (FT), 97.3* (PT)
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DURATION
4 years full time\ 6.5 years part time
INTAKE question_mark These are dates to consider when applying for your course, including when applications open and close.
Autumn Session 2026\ Spring Session 2026\ Autumn Session 2027\ Spring Session 2027
COURSE FEES question_mark This indicative tuition fee is an estimate for the entire course, based on full-time study each year. Fees are reviewed annually and may change.
Indicative total tuition fee for government-supported domestic students\ $72,250.00
LOCATION question_mark Our classes are held at our City Campus, or specialist off-campus locations. Some of our courses are delivered via online (distance) learning.
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What you’ll study
This program will see you complete an array of core disciplinary subjects, building your essential knowledge and capabilities in areas like law foundations, ethics and justice, Constitutional law and procedure.
You’ll then shape your learning journey to meet your desired career outcomes, choosing from a broad range of Options and Legal Theory subjects such as criminology, environmental law and negotiation. You can also opt for an additional major in Legal Futures and Technology and complete your Practical Legal Training, meeting the requirements to become a practising lawyer in NSW.
Subjects at a glance
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Core subjects
| Subject Code | Subject Name |
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| 70102 | Foundations of Law |
| 70311 | Torts |
| 70211 | Contracts |
| 70103 | Ethics Law and Justice |
| 70104 | Civil Practice |
| 70327 | Introduction to Property and Commercial Law |
| 70317 | Real Property |
| 71116 | Remedies |
| 70108 | Public International Law |
| 70109 | Evidence |
| 70517 | Equity and Trusts |
| 70617 | Administrative Law |
| 70417 | Corporate Law |
| 70616 | Australian Constitutional Law |
| 70114 | Criminal Law and Procedure |
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Typical course program
The outline below shows an example program for the Bachelor of Laws based on a full-time study load. Please note that your exact program may differ based on your unique circumstances, such as your commencement date, subject selections and recognition of prior learning.
Course structure
- 15 : core Law subjects
add 2. 5 : Law Options subjects
add 3. 1 : Legal Theory subject
add 4. 7 : elective subjects
add 5. 1 : Transdisciplinary elective subject
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First year
Your first year will see you complete a range of core disciplinary subjects. This will give you a foundational understanding of Australian law, ethics and justice, as well as insight into vital legal areas like contract, criminal and Constitutional law. 2. #### Second year
In your second year, you’ll enhance your solid legal foundations to develop a deep understanding of a variety of legal perspectives and roles. You’ll examine property, administrative and international law and learn about trusts, evidence and civil practice. 3. #### Third year
You’ll conclude your core studies and begin carving your own path as you choose Options subjects that align with your interests and goals. You’ll engage in a transdisciplinary elective, learning invaluable skills in collaboration and cross-disciplinary problem-solving. 4. #### Fourth year
In your final year, you’ll round out your experience by completing any remaining Options subjects. If selected, you’ll undertake the Professional Legal Training (PLT) program, finalising your preparation for admission as a lawyer to the NSW Supreme Court.
First year
Your first year will see you complete a range of core disciplinary subjects. This will give you a foundational understanding of Australian law, ethics and justice, as well as insight into vital legal areas like contract, criminal and Constitutional law.
Second year
In your second year, you’ll enhance your solid legal foundations to develop a deep understanding of a variety of legal perspectives and roles. You’ll examine property, administrative and international law and learn about trusts, evidence and civil practice.
Third year
You’ll conclude your core studies and begin carving your own path as you choose Options subjects that align with your interests and goals. You’ll engage in a transdisciplinary elective, learning invaluable skills in collaboration and cross-disciplinary problem-solving.
Fourth year
In your final year, you’ll round out your experience by completing any remaining Options subjects. If selected, you’ll undertake the Professional Legal Training (PLT) program, finalising your preparation for admission as a lawyer to the NSW Supreme Court.
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Course highlights
You’ll get the opportunity to build crucial theoretical and technical skills across essential areas of law, including procedure, evidence and ethics. You’ll also get the chance to build knowledge and hands-on experience in your desired specialty area, with optional subjects covering topics from legal technology to literature and the law.
- check_circle Australian law
- check_circle Civil and criminal law
- check_circle Technology and the law
- check_circle Constitution and legislation
- check_circle Analytical thinking
- check_circle Professional communication
Industry accreditation
Students who undertake the optional Practical Legal Training (PLT) within this degree meet the requirements for admission as a lawyer to the Supreme Court of NSW.
Admissions information
Admissions information
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Course description
This course is designed for those who seek a comprehensive understanding of law, legal institutions and legal practice. Choose this course to meet the academic requirements for admission as a lawyer in NSW. In this course, you can also choose to complete the practical legal training subjects necessary to meet the practical legal training requirements for admission as a lawyer.
A distinct feature of this course is its balance of core legal education with the opportunity to specialise through electives, such as environmental law, law and technology, commercial law, and human rights allowing you to align your studies with your interests and career goals.
Undertaken full-time or part-time, this course will provide you with a coherent and advanced knowledge of the underlying principles and concepts in the discipline of law and equip you with advanced research, critical analysis and communication skills.
Teaching methods include interactive seminars and practical workshops, ensuring a dynamic learning experience that prepares you for real-world legal challenges.
As a UTS Law graduate you will be in demand, with our graduates employed in a wide range of roles in government, corporate, community or private practice advising parties in legal matters, negotiating treaties, counselling and resolving disputes, contributing to policy and drafting legislation.
Students gain a fundamental understanding of the Australian legal system, as well as essential knowledge of common law principles. The course meets the academic requirements for admission to practise as a lawyer in NSW.
Elective subjects enable students to tailor their degree to areas of personal interest – these include law electives, such an environmental law, human rights law, a major in legal futures and technology, or electives from other disciplines – and develop a complementary skill set that enhance their professional prospects. - ### Important dates
Find out more about application dates relating to this course - ### Year 12 adjustment factor scheme
If you perform highly in your Year 12 subjects, your selection rank may be boosted by the Year 12 subject scheme.
The scheme, which is automatically applied, awards selection rank adjustments to your application based on your marks in subjects that are relevant to the courses you have applied to. - ### ATAR and selection ranks
Your Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) is a score between 0.00 and 99.95. It shows you how you rank compared to all the students in your year group in New South Wales. A selection rank combines your ATAR with any other adjustment points that make up your overall university entrance score. Your selection rank may differ from university to university, depending on the adjustment points granted to you at each institution. - ### Scholarships and prizes
Discover our scholarships for undergraduate, postgraduate and research students. Our scholarships celebrate diversity and academic excellence. Use the scholarship search tool to find the right scholarship for you.
Scholarships for domestic students
Scholarships for international students - ### Transdisciplinary Electives at UTS
Employers tell us the skills our graduates acquire from undertaking a Transdisciplinary Elective sets them apart from the crowd. That’s why we have embedded this program into every undergraduate degree.
All you need to do is choose the Elective that inspires you the most.
Transdisciplinary Electives integrate knowledge from multiple disciplines, allowing you to approach complex problems from a range of perspectives.
By combining methods and insights from various disciplines, transdisciplinary learning often leads to breakthrough ideas and creative innovations that may not be possible within the confines of a single discipline.
If you find yourself rapt by the world of innovation – you can pair your core degree with a Diploma in Innovation, graduating with two qualifications in the same timeframe.
In both instances, you’ll work on a real-world challenge presented by an industry partner organisation – partners who often create career pathways for our graduates.
* Excludes students concurrently enrolled in the Bachelor of Creative Intelligence and Innovation. - ### Course duration
The course duration is four years of full-time or six-and-a-half years of part-time study. Full-time students have approximately 12–14.5 contact hours per week and part-time students have approximately 7–9.5 contact hours per week. Timetable constraints may require attendance at both day and evening classes. - ### Admission requirements
Applicants must have completed an Australian Year 12 qualification, Australian Qualifications Framework Diploma, or equivalent Australian or overseas qualification at the required level.
Eligibility for admission does not guarantee offer of a place.
English language requirements
IELTS Academic: overall 6.5, writing 6.0 TOEFL iBT: overall 79, writing 21 UTS College AE5: Pass Pearson PTE: overall 58, writing 50 Cambridge C1A/C2P: overall 176, writing 169 - ### Domestic course fees
2026 Indicative tuition fees for government-supported domestic students
All offers for domestic undergraduate students are for Commonwealth Supported Places (CSP).This means the Australian Government contributes to your education costs, and you pay the remaining tuition fees, known as the student contribution. If eligible, you can defer payment through HECS-HELP, or you can choose to pay your fees upfront each session.
2026 Tuition Fees
Indicative first-year tuition fee: $17,399.00
Indicative total tuition fee: $72,250.00
Additional Costs
Your tuition fees do not include:
- The Student Services and Amenities Fee (SSAF), which supports student services and activities. If eligible, you can defer this fee using SA-HELP.
- Textbooks, materials, and other course-related costs.
- Any applicable payment processing fees (e.g., credit card surcharges).
Important Information
- Fees are shown in Australian Dollars (AUD).
- The indicative tuition fees above are based on full-time study (1 year = 48 credit points).
- Your actual fees depend on the year you enrol, your study load and the subjects you choose. Some subjects fall into different student contribution bands.
- You can calculate your student contribution based on the amounts listed in the student contribution table.
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Inherent requirements
Inherent requirements are academic and non-academic requirements that are essential for successfully completing a course at UTS. You can find the inherent requirements for your course via the inherent requirements directory. - ### Assumed knowledge
Proficiency in English. - ### Professional recognition
This course satisfies the requirements for admission to the Supreme Court of NSW as a lawyer provided students undertake the optional practical legal training program as part of the course or at the completion of the course. Check with the NSW Legal Profession Admission Board (LPAB) for time constraints. - ### Recognition of prior learning
Students who have already completed a degree in another discipline may apply for exemption from 42 credit points of general law electives. Details about applying for recognition of prior learning can be found in undergraduate course information.
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Careers
Your future career
As a graduate of the UTS Bachelor of Laws, you’ll be prepared for a rewarding and lucrative career in the law. You’ll possess the skills you need to research, reason and respond to legal issues within your chosen sphere, as well as essential competencies in areas like critical, analytical and strategic thinking.
You’ll be ready to deploy your professional skills in law firms, community law centres, government departments, private organisations and more. With your in-demand qualification, you’ll be equipped to launch your successful, exciting career and shape the future of the law.
Career options
- check_circle Criminal Lawyer
- check_circle Civil Lawyer
- check_circle Technology Lawyer
- check_circle Legal Advisor
- check_circle Policy Advisor
- check_circle Legislative Drafter
- check_circle Business or Corporate Lawyer
- check_circle Mediator
- check_circle Policy Analyst
“UTS provided me with not just a degree, but a foundation for lifelong success. The practical, hands-on approach to legal education – coupled with the wealth of networking, mentoring, and professional development opportunities – has been instrumental in shaping my career.”
Jenni Siow
Lawyer
Another highlight of my time at UTS Law was my semester abroad studying law at Trinity College, Dublin! UTS is so supportive of their students engaging in a global legal education, and my semester at Trinity was an amazing opportunity for me to gain a truly global perspective of the law.
Georgina Hedge
Law Graduate, Allens
Bachelor of Communication (Social and Political Sciences) Bachelor of Laws
“Law is not a spectator sport – it pays dividends being involved, whether that’s academically or socially.”
James Miotto
Undergraduate
Bachelor of Business Bachelor of Laws
I was told in one of my first classes that law school is a marathon, and not a sprint. In truth, one never stops learning about the law but your time at UTS will encourage and equip you to understand, interpret, and apply the law and, in doing so, will open up a world of opportunity.
Grant Stollery
Tipstaff at the Supreme Court of NSW
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Our world-class facilities support your future-focused learning and high-impact research. They enable effective partnerships with industry and provide services to our community.
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Why UTS?
Why study Law at UTS
With a Law degree at UTS you'll gain work-ready skills and learn how to ethically use law and new technologies to create positive social change.
Employers value our graduates for their problem-solving, collaborative skills and lateral thinking. Our degrees are flexible, with content developed in consultation with industry. We offer practical learning opportunities, including in-house legal counsel, legal centres and firms, and summer clerkship programs.
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