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 2026-09-14 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-02-16 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

TOEFL^® IBT

90

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PTE Academic

64

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

144 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus, Blended

Campus Location

Paddington, Sydney, NSW, Australia

Disciplines

Legal Studies View 8 other PhDs in Legal Studies in Australia

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Academic requirements

GPA

Required

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

90

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64

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IELTS

6.5

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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

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Tuition Fees

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60500 AUD / year

≈ 60500 AUD / year
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17500 AUD / year

≈ 17500 AUD / year

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