Edith Cowan University (ECU)
1 year full-time or part-time equivalent
The Bachelor of Laws (Honours) allows high-achieving law students to expand their knowledge and sharpen their research skills through an additional year of study. This program provides a competitive edge in the legal profession and can lead to further research opportunities.
All applicants are required to have completed their Bachelor of Laws degree or Juris Doctor from a recognised Australian University and achieved a minimum Weighted Average Mark (WAM) of 70 or higher. For students completing the double degree, the WAM considered would be for the Law program only. Additionally, the acceptance of a student as a Honours candidate will depend on the discipline's supervisory expertise to guide the student on the topic of interest.
In the Bachelor of Laws (Honours) program, students will complete the following units: Year 1 - Semester 1: - LAW5212 Legal Research Methodology and Theoretical Framework (30 credit points) - LAW5811 Legal Research Development (30 credit points) Year 1 - Semester 2: - LAW5812 Legal Research Thesis (60 credit points)
Edith Cowan University (ECU) is one of the best universities in Australia for teaching, with 18 straight years of 5-star ratings in the Good Universities Guide. As a young institution, ECU has already established a global reputation and is ranked as one of the world's best universities under 50 years old. The Bachelor of Laws (Honours) program at ECU will provide students with a competitive edge in the legal profession and opportunities for further research.
The Bachelor of Laws (Honours) program can lead to a range of career opportunities in the legal profession, including roles as a lawyer, barrister, solicitor, legal practitioner, courts administrator, civil service administrator, tax inspector, in-house/community legal adviser, legal publisher, foreign affairs & trade officer, and local government officer. Graduates may also pursue academic careers as law lecturers or researchers.
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