Course Overview

About This Course

The Bachelor of Laws (Hons) is an additional year of study offered to high-achieving LLB students. It progresses your understanding of the law and prepares you to work in top tier legal firms, government agencies, courts and tribunals. You'll hone your legal skills, undertake legal research and contribute to the body of legal knowledge. Studying honours can be a pathway towards postgraduate study, such as the Master of Philosophy (Law), or Doctor of Philosophy. In this course, you'll advance your skills in research and writing, which are increasingly relevant to the legal profession and other industries. You'll also build on your existing legal skills, solve complex legal problems and contribute to the body of legal knowledge. In addition to coursework, you'll undertake advanced legal research under the guidance of a supervisor, and write a 12,000–15,000-word dissertation on a topic of legal significance and personal interest. Classes take place in the evening in Perth city, close to the legal professional environment of the courts, tribunals and law firms.

Where You Can Study

Available Locations

Perth City, Western Australia

78 Murray St, Perth, WA 6000

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Eligibility

Entry Requirements

General Requirements

A completed Australian Bachelor of Laws degree or equivalent with a Course Weighted Average (CWA) of 70% or above
STAT is not accepted as an entry pathway
VET/TAFE studies cannot meet the equivalent entry requirement for this course
English proficiency required: IELTS Academic overall band score of 6.5, with minimum 6.0 in Writing, Speaking, Reading, and Listening
English proficiency may also be demonstrated using other accepted tests and qualifications as outlined by Curtin University

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

Law graduate in the legal profession, government or business; Court or tribunal associate; Employment in community legal services; General employment in the public service; Employment in non-governmental associations (NGOs); Early career academic. Industries include: Private legal practice, Courts and tribunals, Government and non-government organisations, Community legal services, Public service, Research.

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Academic Regulator

TEQSA

Professional Body

Legal Practice Board of Western Australia

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Skills Assessor

State Legal Admission Authority

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is eligible to apply for the Bachelor of Laws (Honours)?

To be eligible for the Bachelor of Laws (Honours), applicants need to have completed an Australian Bachelor of Laws degree or equivalent with a Course Weighted Average (CWA) of 70% or above.

What research component is involved in the Bachelor of Laws (Honours)?

In addition to coursework, students undertake advanced legal research under the guidance of a supervisor and write a 12,000–15,000-word dissertation on a topic of legal significance and personal interest.

Can the Bachelor of Laws (Honours) lead to further postgraduate study?

Yes, studying honours can be a pathway towards postgraduate study, such as the Master of Philosophy (Law) or Doctor of Philosophy.

Where and when are classes held for the Bachelor of Laws (Honours)?

Classes take place in the evening in Perth city, close to the legal professional environment of the courts, tribunals and law firms. Intakes are available in Semester 1 for both 2026 and 2027.

How long does the Bachelor of Laws (Honours) take to complete?

The Bachelor of Laws (Honours) is one year of full-time study, consisting of 200 credits (approximately eight units), with 100 credits (approximately four units) in each semester.

Application

How to Apply

Three simple steps to get enrolled

Step 01

Enquire

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Step 02

Submit Documents

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Step 03

Get Enrolled

Receive your offer letter and confirm your enrolment. Welcome to the course!

Course Snapshot

Salary, careers & skills

Typical Salary

Entry-level (0-2 years)AUD $65,000 to $85,000 per year

Early Career (2-5 years)AUD $85,000 to $120,000 per year

Mid-Level (5-10 years)AUD $120,000 to $175,000 per year

Career Paths

Graduate Lawyer / Graduate SolicitorSolicitorBarristerIn-House Counsel / Corporate CounselGeneral Counsel

Key Skills

Legal research and case analysisStatutory interpretation and legal reasoningWritten and oral advocacyContract drafting and document preparationCritical thinking and problem-solving

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