- ATAR 75.00
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- 3 years (or part-time equivalent)
- Ipswich
- Toowoomba
- Online
- Feb, May, Sep
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- AUD 16,992
- (Indicative annual fee)
Overview
- Get ready to launch your legal career with UniSQ’s Bachelor of Laws. Accredited by the Legal Practitioners Admissions Board as an academic qualification for admission as a lawyer in Queensland, this degree will prepare you to practice as a solicitor or barrister in Queensland, or a legal practitioner elsewhere in Australia.
- Learn to identify and articulate legal issues, apply legal reasoning and conduct research in response to legal matters. During this degree, you will explore approaches to ethical decision-making and become familiar with your professional responsibilities as a legal practitioner.
- Begin your career sooner - fast-track your study and complete this degree in two years full-time over six consecutive semesters.
- Benefit from a quality, industry-relevant law degree that has been given professional endorsement from an Advisory Committee of senior judges and lawyers. Learn from lecturers who have a wealth of experience in a diverse range of backgrounds, including criminal law, human rights, international and comparative law, family law, environmental law, property law and commercial law.
- Explore a range of law specialisations by undertaking electives in your areas of interest.
- Hone your skills in simulated court hearings with UniSQ’s Wonderley & Hall Moot Court. Fully equipped with audio-visual and video conferencing capabilities, you’ll have access to this purpose-built facility regardless of whether you study on-campus or online.
- Become involved and expand your legal knowledge by attending our research seminars and public lectures, engaging in networking events, or becoming a member of the UniSQ Law Society.
Exceptionally experienced
I had the opportunity to attend real-time lectures and tutorials online and when I wasn’t able to join these, I found the lecture recordings very helpful. The lecturers were very approachable, responded to queries in a timely fashion and were exceptionally experienced in their field of law.
Rebecca - Law
Career outcomes
Be prepared to work in diverse roles both within and beyond the legal field including positions in law firms, government agencies, public service sector, politics, non-governmental organisations and businesses.
As a graduate, you could work as a:
- barrister
- solicitor
- public prosecutor
- community lawyer
- legal officer
- in-house counsel.
Professional accreditation
The Bachelor of Laws is accredited by the Legal Practitioners Admissions Board, Queensland, and the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of Queensland as an approved academic qualification under the Supreme Court (Legal Practitioner Admission) Rules 2004 (Qld).
This degree will partially satisfy the requirements to practise as a lawyer in Queensland or elsewhere in Australia. Intending lawyers must also complete an approved practical legal training course in order to become admitted to practise law.
What you'll study
To graduate from the Bachelor of Laws, you must successfully complete 24 units of study.
Degree structure
An undergraduate university degree typically consists of a combination of core, major and elective courses designed to provide you with foundational knowledge and opportunities for an in-depth deeper dive into your chosen field.
Refer to the UniSQ Handbook for detailed recommended enrolment patterns and course availability.
You may be eligible for recognition of prior learning if you have previous studies. This could reduce the number of courses you need to study to complete your degree.
Other study options
Double your qualification and knowledge without doubling the study time.
You may like to consider a double degree to tailor your education to match your ambitions.
If you’re interested in further study, after completion of this degree you can go on to study the Bachelor of Laws (Honours) (if you meet all the entry requirements).
Entry requirements
There are many ways to be considered for entry into a UniSQ degree based on your education, work experience and relevant personal attributes.
Select the highest level of education you have or will be completing to find the entry requirements that applies to you.
You need to satisfy the following requirements to be considered for entry into this degree.
To study this degree, we assume you have sound knowledge in:
- English (Units 3 & 4, C), or equivalent
We assume that your knowledge is equivalent to a grade C or higher in Units 3 and 4 at high school level (typically studied in Year 12). Find out more about assumed knowledge.
This information applies if you’ve previously completed or started higher education study at university.
If you’ve done any study at UniSQ or another university, you may be eligible to apply based on your previous studies. We’ll use the best selection rank from your previous studies when assessing your application.
If you have completed a qualification from a TAFE or qualified private provider, you can use your Australian Qualification Framework (AQF) awards of:
- certificate III
- certificate IV
- diploma or
- advanced diploma
to apply to study with UniSQ.
We will review your academic history to determine if you’re eligible for admission. We’ll convert your TAFE or VET qualification, past school results and any relevant work experience into a selection rank. This selection rank will determine which degrees you meet the entry requirements for.
If it’s been over two years since you completed secondary education and you haven’t pursued any vocational education training (VET) or higher education since, you’re still eligible to study at UniSQ.
You don't need to have an ATAR or come straight from high school to study at uni. Your work experience and other adjustment factors may help you meet UniSQ's entry requirements.
Let us help you navigate through our entry options – start a conversation, whenever suits you.
All applicants
You'll need to meet the applicable English language requirements and this degree requires:
- IELTS (Academic) - Minimum overall score of 6.5 and a minimum score of 6.0 in each of the four components - listening, reading, writing, and speaking.
Alternative English language proficiency tests may also be accepted.
Explore the ATAR/selection rank of students offered a place in this degree in the first 2025 intake, based entirely or partly on their ATAR. To learn more about the backgrounds of students in this degree, access the QTAC website via the How to apply section.
Toowoomba
- Highest ATAR/selection rank - 99.95
- Median ATAR/selection rank - 90.45
- Lowest ATAR/selection rank - 75.30
Online
- Highest ATAR/selection rank - 97.00
- Median ATAR/selection rank - 83.45
- Lowest ATAR/selection rank - 75.00
Ipswich
- Highest ATAR/selection rank - 95.15
- Median ATAR/selection rank - 79.00
- Lowest ATAR/selection rank - 75.30
Entry pathways
There is more than one way to get into university, and if you're not sure about your entry options get in touch to discuss.
Fees and scholarships
- This estimated 2025 annual fee is based on the current average rate for your first year of study (8 units per year) and does not include cost of materials such as textbooks, additional costs or the Student Services and Amenities fee.
- This is an indicative guide only and your fees will vary depending on the courses you select, with the actual rates calculated at enrolment.
- We review our fees annually and they may increase each year.
- Further details are available on the Fees website.
Additional costs
You may be required to pay the Student Services and Amenities Fee as part of your degree cost.
Payment options
You may not have to pay your course (subject) fees upfront. HECS-HELP is a government loan scheme that allows you to defer payment until your income reaches a certain threshold. Find out if you are eligible for HECS-HELP.
You may also be eligible to receive financial support from Services Australia.
UniSQ Scholarships
We offer scholarships for academic excellence, community leadership, and financial need - you can apply for more than one!
Find out moreHow to apply
You can apply to study at UniSQ via the Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre (QTAC) website.
- Copy the QTAC code for the study location you've chosen for this degree.
- Click on the location you’ve chosen in the below table to take you to the Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre (QTAC) website.
- Select 'Apply Now' to create a QTAC account.
| Location | QTAC Code |
|---|---|
| Ipswich | 934111 |
| Toowoomba | 904111 |
| Online | 904115 |
Some applicants may be eligible to apply directly to UniSQ if they meet certain criteria. Explore the application process that’s right for you.
You can select to start your study in Trimester 1 or 2.
| Study period | Application closing date | Orientation | Start date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trimester 1, 2025 | Monday 10 February | Monday 3 February | Monday 10 February |
| Trimester 2, 2025 | Monday 26 May | Monday 19 May | Monday 26 May |
| Trimester 1, 2026 | Monday 16 February | Monday 9 February | Monday 16 February |
More information on application key dates is available.
There are several special admission schemes that use adjustment factors to boost your ATAR or selection rank with additional points, to improve your chances of getting into your preferred degree.
You may be eligible for these admission schemes based on:
- your background and personal circumstances
- where you live
- the subjects you studied at school.
You do not have to apply for these adjustments as they will be automatically applied by QTAC when your application is assessed.
Preparing to apply
You've made the decision to study at UniSQ - congratulations! Take the next steps:
The documentation you need to provide with your application depends on your qualifications.
If applying through QTAC, you will also need a Unique Student Identifier which is your individual education number for life.
Follow our easy instructions to discover further information on applying to study that’s right for you.
Depending on how you applied to study at UniSQ, the process to accept your offer will vary.
Offer to study at UniSQ from QTAC
- QTAC will send you an email if you have received an offer. To respond to your offer, log in to the QTAC application portal.
- Information regarding QTAC key dates for when offers will be made is available.
- Didn’t receive an offer? Don’t worry – you may just need to update your preferences.
Offer to study from UniSQ
- After you’ve submitted your application, you will be emailed a reference number. You will be notified via email the outcome of your application within 10 business days.
- Follow the link in your email from UniSQ or log in to the application portal to accept your offer.
Find out more
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Frequently asked questions
To study a Bachelor of Laws you need a minimum ATAR as well as assumed knowledge in English. ‘Assumed knowledge’ is the term we use to explain the minimum level of knowledge we presume you have in some subjects before you start your degree.
Please view the entry requirements section of this page for further details on ATAR and assumed knowledge.
You can also transfer to the Bachelor of Laws after successfully completing the Legal Studies major within the Bachelor of Arts.
If it's been some time since you've studied, you haven't completed high school, or your goals have changed, you can gain entry into UniSQ's Bachelor of Laws by studying our pathway program, UniSQ Ready.
To study a Bachelor of Laws at UniSQ you need to meet a minimum ATAR and assumed knowledge. ‘Assumed knowledge’ is the term we use to explain the minimum level of knowledge we presume you have in some subjects before you start your degree.
For further information on ATAR and assumed knowledge, please view the entry requirements section of your preferred specialisation for details.
If you haven't got an ATAR, get in touch and we can derive a selection rank score based on your prior study, work experience or professional qualifications.
It usually takes 3 years to complete a Bachelor of Laws.
You have the option of graduating sooner with UniSQ by completing your degree in 2 years over 6 consecutive semesters (when studying full-time).
Get a strong start to your career in law.
- Learn from lecturers with experience across a diverse range of law specialisation areas.
- Benefit from access to our Moot Court.
- Gain valuable practical experience with the opportunity to undertake Work Integrated Learning courses in various law settings.
- Become a member of the USQ Law Society, which provides its members with access to networking events, career advice, study support and professional development opportunities.
You can study a law degree online at the University of Southern Queensland with the same level of work-integrated learning, access to expert lecturers, and support as an on-campus student.
The cost of a Bachelor of Laws degree will vary depending on the education provider you choose. Please view the fees and scholarships section of this page for details.
