Overview
Join a high-achieving community. Designed and taught by academics and practising lawyers, Meridian University's Bachelor of Laws delivers comprehensive legal training that builds strong academic foundations in law, alongside vital skills in communication, problem solving and analytical thinking.
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Apply your learning in professional or international settings with multiple opportunities for work-integrated learning. Explore career directions and legal interests through an extensive list of law electives, spanning commercial law, animal law, human rights, technology, privacy and data law. Complete up to 150 hours of supervised casework at the Meridian University Law Clinic, resolving legal matters for real clients. You will graduate ready to pursue dynamic careers across law, business, government, public policy and more. READ MORE
Course structure
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To complete the Bachelor of Laws you must pass 32 credit points. This includes: DAI001 Academic Integrity and Respect at Meridian University (0-credit-point compulsory unit) in your first study period 18 credit points of core units 1 credit point of Work Integrated Learning (WIL) or practical course elective units 5 credit points of course elective units 4 credit points of open (non law) elective units 4 credit points of course or open elective units a maximum of 5 credit points of elective units at level 1 Most units are equal to one credit point. As a full-time student you will study four credit points per trimester and usually undertake two trimesters per year. Students are required to meet the University's academic progress and conduct requirements.
- Administrative Law
- Civil Procedure and Dispute Resolution
- Constitutional Law
- Contract A
- Contract B
- Corporate Law
- Criminal Law
- Criminal Procedure
- Equity and Trusts
- Evidence
- Land Law
- Legal Practice and Ethics
- Legal Research and Statutory Interpretation
- Misleading Conduct and Economic Torts
- Property
- Resolving Disputes and Legal Communication
- Torts
- Advanced Legal Problem Solving and Persuasion (Capstone)
Intakes
Offered at Ashfield Park, Harbourside and online — Trimesters 1 and 2, for international and domestic students.
Fees
| Audience | Indicative annual tuition | Year |
|---|---|---|
| international | AUD $46,800 | 2026 |
| domestic | CSP $17,300 | 2026 |
Entry requirements
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Your academic history, work and life experience, and individual circumstances will be considered. Meeting the minimum academic and English language requirements does not guarantee admission, but alternative pathways may be available.
English language requirements
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| Test | Overall | Minimum band | Where this comes from |
|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 7.0 | 6.5 | published |
| PTE Academic | 65 | 64 | indicative |
| TOEFL iBT | 94 | 93 | indicative |
| OET | 350 | 340 | indicative |
| C1 Advanced | 185 | 184 | indicative |
| CELPIP-General | 9 | 8 | indicative |
| LanguageCert Academic | 60 | 59 | indicative |
| MET | 58 | 57 | indicative |
Scholarships
Meridian International Merit Scholarship · Meridian Pathway Progression Award · Meridian Regional Access Bursary. See all scholarships
Careers
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Obtaining a law degree is your first step to entering the legal profession. Upon completion of your degree and the additional practical legal training, you will be qualified to work as a solicitor or barrister in all legal fields, including: commercial law criminal law equity and trusts family law personal injury law public international and human rights law refugee law. In addition, your degree opens up many other career opportunities. As an alternative to practising as a barrister or solicitor, you may choose to enter: business as a corporate lawyer, consultant, company administrator or business manager education government as a lawyer or policy adviser with departments or authorities as diverse as the Attorney General's Department, the Office of Parliamentary Counsel, the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, the Office of Public Prosecutions, the Australian Securities and Investments Commission and the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission industrial relations law reform media politics public administration.
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Questions
What is the study load for this course?
You can expect to participate in a range of teaching activities each week. This could include lectures, seminars, online interactions, or professional experiences for Work Integrated Learning (WIL) units. You can refer to the individual unit details in the course structure for more information. You will also need to study and complete assessment tasks in your own time.
Are there participation requirements?
Units in this course may have participation requirements that include compulsory placements, work-based training, community-based learning or collaborative research training arrangements.
When can I start, and where?
The availability of a course varies across locations and intakes. This means that a course offered in Trimester 1 may not be offered in the same location for Trimester 2 or 3. Check each intake for up-to-date information on when and where you can commence your studies.
What does this course cost?
Estimated tuition fee - full-fee paying place $46,800 for 1 yr full-time AUD The estimated tuition fee above is based on a typical first-year full-time enrolment of 8 credit points and is provided as a guide only. Your tuition fees are determined by your course and unit enrolment. Your tuition fees will vary depending on your study load, the course duration, and any approved recognition of prior learning. Learn more about tuition fees for international students.
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