James Cook University

Bachelor of Laws

Business, administration and law

JCUs Bachelor of Laws provides you with a skills-based and multidisciplinary legal education, accredited by the Legal Practitioners Admission Board and approved for admission to practise law in Queensland. With a strong emphasis on independent thinking and innovative problem-solving, you will be equipped for contemporary legal practice that makes a difference to people and communities. In this accredited three-year degree, you will gain an in-depth understanding of the concepts, principles and v

Official
Duration
3 years
Qualification
Bachelor Degree
AQF 7
Campus
Smithfield
QLD · +1 more campus
Course code
CRICOS 0102134
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Course overview

JCUs Bachelor of Laws provides you with a skills-based and multidisciplinary legal education, accredited by the Legal Practitioners Admission Board and approved for admission to practise law in Queensland. With a strong emphasis on independent thinking and innovative problem-solving, you will be equipped for contemporary legal practice that makes a difference to people and communities. In this accredited three-year degree, you will gain an in-depth understanding of the concepts, principles and values of the law. You will learn the role of the law in social, economic, environmental and political contexts and its significance for stable government, economic prosperity and the protection of individual and cultural rights. Find support for your success through JCUs First Year Experience program. New law students will receive guidance, study tips and practical advice as you build foundational legal knowledge and skills.

Entry requirements

Requirements are recorded per intake year and per audience. Meeting them does not guarantee an offer.

1. International undergraduate applicants must complete a recognised Year 12 program or equivalent to the standard required by the selected JCU course. Country-specific levels and course prerequisites apply. 2. Recognised Year-12-equivalent qualification; course-specific score and prerequisites; English proficiency.

English language

Band minimums apply in addition to the overall score.

  • IELTS AcademicOverall 6.5

Additional requirements

  • Academic entry requirement

    International undergraduate applicants must complete a recognised Year 12 program or equivalent to the standard required by the selected JCU course. Country-specific levels and course prerequisites apply.

  • Additional entry requirement

    Recognised Year-12-equivalent qualification; course-specific score and prerequisites; English proficiency.

Intakes and tuition

Tuition is recorded per intake with the institution's own basis. Superseded rows are kept so fee changes stay visible.

IntakeCampusStartsApplications closeTuitionFor
2027 · Semester 1James Cook University - Cairns——$35,824per yearInternational students
2027 · Trimester 3James Cook University - Cairns———International students
2027 · Semester 2James Cook University - Cairns———International students

Where it is taught

  • James Cook University - Cairns

    Primary

    McGregor Rd, Smithfield, QLD

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  • James Cook University - Townsville

    James Cook Dr, TOWNSVILLE, QLD

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References

Official course page, institution website and the sources behind this profile.

  1. Bachelor of Lawsjcu.edu.au
  2. James Cook Universityjcu.edu.au
  3. CRICOS provider recordOfficial source
  4. JCU Brisbane Prospectus 2026Official source
  5. Entry requirements for international studentsOfficial source
  6. QS World University Rankings 2027Official source

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Bachelor of Laws at James Cook University: Fees & Entry Requirements