UNIVERSITY OF NEWCASTLE · AUSTRALIA
Juris Doctor (JD)
Master's · Taught in en · UCAS 50016
At a glance
36 mo
Duration
7.0
IELTS
€25k
Tuition / yr
en
Language
Master's
Level
- World Top 300 for LawRanking
- Top 1% University WorldwideGlobal Standing
- 95.1% Employed within 4 MonthsGraduate Outcomes
- 3 yearsFull-time Duration
The Juris Doctor (JD) is a graduate-entry law program designed for individuals who hold a bachelor's degree in a field other than law, or for those who have completed a law degree internationally. This program equips you with essential professional skills applicable across various careers, not just within the legal profession. Studying at Australia's top clinical law school, you will benefit from competitive tuition fees and modern learning facilities at NUspace, located in Newcastle's vibrant CBD. Its proximity to the court precinct provides excellent opportunities for networking with legal practitioners. This degree is recognized in Australia and, with further study, can facilitate qualification to practice law in other common law countries like Canada, New Zealand, and the United Kingdom.
Curriculum
The JD program requires the completion of core courses mandated by the Legal Profession Admission Board, alongside a selection of directed courses. You can choose electives from areas such as Family Law, Health Law, Indigenous Peoples and the Law, and International Human Rights. The program may also offer opportunities for an international clinical legal externship.
- Year 1
- Legal System and Method ILAWS6000
- Legal System and Method IILAWS6001
- PropertyLAWS6005
- Constitutional LawLAWS6006
- Administrative LawLAWS6007
- Civil Dispute ResolutionLAWS6008
- EvidenceLAWS6009
- Company LawLAWS6010
- Professional ConductLAWS6011
- Equity and TrustsLAWS6012
- Public International LawLAWS6013
- Torts ILAWS6120
- Torts IILAWS6121
- Criminal Law and ProcedureLAWS6130
- Contracts ILAWS6140
- Contracts IILAWS6141
Careers
Graduates are prepared for diverse career paths. For those wishing to practice law in Australia, completion of an accredited Practical Legal Training (PLT) program is necessary, which may involve further study and supervised experience. The university offers a Juris Doctor/Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice program for integrated practical training.
- In-House Legal Counsel
- Criminal Prosecutor
- Community Legal Centre Lawyer
- Environmental Lawyer
- Barrister
- Policy Analyst
Entry requirements
Bachelor Degree, Bachelor Honours Degree, or Master's DegreeMinimum Grade Point Average (GPA) of 4.0
IELTS (Academic)Overall 7.0, with a minimum of 6.5 in each band
Admission criteria are based on a full-time domestic student attending the Newcastle City campus and may vary based on individual circumstances. For international students, please refer to the university's specific admission guidelines.
Fees
Tuition (international)AUD 40,390 per year (indicative fee for a full year, full-time load of 80 units)
Tuition (home)—
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Indicative fees are subject to change. Please refer to the university's official fee schedule for the most up-to-date information.
How to apply
1. Review Program InformationFamiliarize yourself with the Program Handbook, admission requirements, and associated fees and costs.
2. Determine Commencement DateChoose your preferred start date from the available intakes.
3. Meet English ProficiencyEnsure you meet the University of Newcastle’s English Language Proficiency requirements.
4. Submit ApplicationApply online via the Future Students portal, using the provided link for postgraduate applications.
Accreditation
The degree is recognized by the Legal Profession Admission Board.