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Course Overview
The Bachelor of Laws course at CQUniversity is a three-year full-time or four-year part-time undergraduate degree. The course covers all the areas of law required to satisfy professional accreditation and enables graduates to proceed to practice as a legal practitioner after completing the required professional training.
During your studies you will learn about legal procedures and key legislation, and be given the opportunity to develop skills necessary to identify, analyse and evaluate facts in relation to legal framework.
The areas of law covered in the course include alternative dispute resolution, legal drafting, legal advocacy, contract, torts, criminal law, constitutional law, administrative law, property law, equity, trusts, civil procedure, corporations law, commercial law, family law, succession, revenue law, professional conduct and jurisprudence.
Career Information
The Bachelor of Laws prepares graduates for a career as a legal professional. Aside from the traditional roles as a solicitor, barrister or in-house counsel, a law degree is useful for careers in academia, business, the public service and politics.
| Duration | 3 years full-time or 4 years part-time |
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| Credit Points that Must be Earned | 144 |
| Number of Units Required | CQUniversity uses the concept of credits to express the amount of study required for a particular course and individual units. The number of units varies between courses. Units in undergraduate courses normally consist of 6 points of credit or multiples thereof (e.g. 12, 18, 24). |
| Expected Hours of Study | One point of credit is equivalent to an expectation of approximately two hours of student work per week in a term. |
| Course Type | Undergraduate Award |
| Qualification (post nominal) | LLB |
| AQF Level | Level 7: Bachelor Degree |
| Course Fees |
Indicative Year - 2026
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Admission Codes
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Units offered via MIX mode are delivered online and require compulsory attendance of site-specific learning activities such as on-campus residential schools, placements and/or work integrated learning. See Course Features tab for further information. Online units are delivered using online resources only.
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Domestic Availability
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International Availability
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| Rank Threshold | SR 74 | ATAR 74 |
Domestic students
OP 11
Prerequisites: English, Queensland Year 12 or equivalent
Awards and Accreditation
| Interim Awards | Not applicable |
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| Exit Awards | CL95 - Associate Degree of Paralegal Studies CL96 - Diploma of Legal Studies |
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Residential School Requirements
No Residential School for this course.
Practicum/Work Placement
| - CQUniversity discipline of law has fully mapped its curriculum to include experiential learning opportunities in numerous subjects. These opportunities focus on skills development and include: • Simulations - moots, branching simulations, role plays • Drafting legal documents • Client interviewing exercises • Developing legal apps • Emerging Clinical programs - embedded within individual courses, as digitally badged experiences, probono community service opportunities and where possible work placements (organised by students). |
| - A memorandum of understanding has been signed between CQUniversity and the Central Queensland Community Legal Centre Inc (CQCLC). The CQCLC is a community-based, government funded organisation which provides free legal advice and minor assistance to members of the community who may not otherwise be able to access or afford such assistance. The initiative involves the introduction into the CQCLC of CQU law student probono volunteers, both in person and online, supervised by CQU staff with the intention of expanding the course into distance advice if the initial trial is satisfactory. It is intended that all CQUniversity law students will have the opportunity to be involved with this course. Should this initiative prove successful it will be rolled out to further rural and regional community legal centres. |
| - CQUniversity is also entering into a Work Experience Placement Program at the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP). Some CQUniversity law subjects have assessment options which enable students to organise and gain recognition of physical placements in legal firms, with barristers and in government legal agencies. The reason these work placements are optional is that the majority of the student body studies part-time online. Placements need to match the flexibility requirements of students. |
Previous and Current Enrolments
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| 2026 | 416 |
| 2025 | 444 |
| 2024 | 448 |
| 2023 | 508 |
| 2022 | 560 |
- 1. Knowledge. Graduates of the Bachelor of Laws will demonstrate an understanding of a coherent body of knowledge that includes: (a) the fundamental areas of legal knowledge, the Australian legal system, and underlying principles and concepts, including international and comparative contexts, (b) the broader contexts within which legal issues arise, and (c) the principles and values of justice and of ethical practice in lawyers’ roles.
- 2. Ethics and professional responsibility. Graduates of the Bachelor of Laws will demonstrate: (a) an understanding of approaches to ethical decision-making, (b) an ability to recognise and reflect upon, and a developing ability to respond to, ethical issues likely to arise in professional contexts, (c) an ability to recognise and reflect upon the professional responsibilities of lawyers in promoting justice and in service to the community, and (d) a developing ability to exercise professional judgement.
- 3. Thinking skills. Graduates of the Bachelor of Laws will be able to: (a) identify and articulate legal issues, (b) apply legal reasoning and research to generate appropriate responses to legal issues, (c) engage in critical analysis and make a reasoned choice amongst alternatives, and (d) think creatively in approaching legal issues and generating appropriate responses.
- 4. Research skills. Graduates of the Bachelor of Laws will demonstrate the intellectual and practical skills needed to identify, research, evaluate and synthesise relevant factual, legal and policy issues.
- 5. Communication and collaboration. Graduates of the Bachelor of Laws will be able to: (a) communicate in ways that are effective, appropriate and persuasive for legal and non-legal audiences, and (b) collaborate effectively.
- 6. Self-management. Graduates of the Bachelor of Laws will be able to: (a) learn and work independently, and (b) reflect on and assess their own capabilities and performance, and make use of feedback as appropriate, to support personal and professional development.
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| Australian Qualifications Framework Descriptors | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 |
| 1. KNOWLEDGE Have a broad and coherent body of knowledge, with depth in the underlying principles and concepts in one or more disciplines as a basis for independent lifelong learning | ||||||
| 2. SKILLS Have cognitive skills to review critically, analyse, consolidate and synthesise knowledge | ||||||
| 3. SKILLS Have cognitive and technical skills to demonstrate a broad understanding of knowledge with depth in some areas | ||||||
| 4. SKILLS Have cognitive and creative skills to exercise critical thinking and judgement in identifying and solving problems with intellectual independence | ||||||
| 5. SKILLS Have communication skills to present a clear, coherent and independent exposition of knowledge and ideas | ||||||
| 6. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Demonstrate initiative and judgement in planning, problem solving and decision making in professional practice and/or scholarship | ||||||
| 7. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Adapt knowledge and skills in diverse contexts | ||||||
| 8. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILL Be responsible and accountable for own learning and professional practice and in collaboration with others within broad parameters | ||||||
| KNOWLEDGE Develop an understanding and appreciation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and culture in contemporary and historical context using the respectful and appropriate protocols and terminology | ||||||
| APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Engage in reflective self-evaluation of own cultural values and perspectives to proactively create an inclusive workplace that affirms and celebrates cultural diversity | ||||||
| APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Display leadership by creating inclusive work environments and work with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in a culturally respectful manner | ||||||
- Complete the core structure
- Complete electives
| Number of units: 19 | Total credit points: 114 |
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For the purposes of accreditation and admission students must complete the LLB course over a period of three or more calendar years.
| Number of units: 5 | Total credit points: 30 |
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Study Schedule
For students commencing in Term 3: due to unit availability, students may only be able to complete a part-time study load of two units in Term 3 in their first year/term. However, students can then increase their study load to up to four units from Term 1 of the following year onwards.
A recommended study schedule for this course can be obtained from your Student Advisor (Courses and Careers) by contacting http://programadvice.cqu.edu.au.
Students may determine their own schedule based upon credit transfers and personal study requirements. It is important to note that full-time students usually enrol in four units per term and part-time students usually enrol in two units per term.
Students are not permitted to enrol in more than four units per term and must not complete their course in less than three academic years.
For Course Planners please refer to the following website: http://www.cqu.edu.au/student-life/new-students/planners-and-profiles
Please note: Students must also check to see when and where a unit is offered before enrolling. See the unit availability section in this handbook for details.
IMPORTANT: While all course materials and instruction are delivered online, Legal Practitioners Admissions Board regulation requires that the units aligned with the Priestley knowledge areas include an in-person invigilated examination as one component of the assessment in each of those units. This is to ensure that no AI is used and the identity of the student completing the assessment is verified. Assessment in the remaining 12 units is done completely online.
Computing Requirements
As a student, it is necessary to have access to a computer or equivalent device to complete your coursework. You should have a good understanding of technology and the ability to navigate the online environment, which may involve completing online assessments, participating in online forums and groupwork, and responding to emails. There may be instances where you need to use a computer or equivalent device for in-class tasks or assessments. It is important that you have dependable access to the internet and a computer or equivalent device capable of video conferencing, including a working microphone and video camera, for online classes and assessments. Make sure to review your unit profiles to learn about any specific technology requirements for your coursework.
Credit Transfer & Exemptions
Credit will not be granted towards the CQUniversity Bachelor of Laws course for law units studied at this or other institutions that are not part of an accredited law degree course. In order for students to receive professional accreditation upon completion of the course, all law units must meet the content requirements of the accrediting bodies as specified by legislation. Law units completed outside of a law degree course will not meet these requirements. Even where law units have addressed content similar to that in the CQUniversity Bachelor of Laws course, the assessment will be different in focus to that required in a law degree.
Students who have completed a law unit at an accredited Australian Law School, for which there is no equivalent law unit at Central Queensland University, may at the discretion of the Head of Course, be granted credit for an unspecified law elective in the LLB degree. The maximum allowable credit will not exceed four unspecified elective units.
Refer to the Credit Transfer website at http://www.cqu.edu.au/credittransfer for further details on the guidelines and application process.
Practising as a Solicitor in Australia
Queensland
To practise as a solicitor in Queensland, you must first complete an approved law degree such as the CQUniversity Bachelor of Laws. Graduates wishing to be admitted as a solicitor must also undertake additional legal training through either successful completion of a Practical Legal Training (PLT) course, or by serving as a Supervised Trainee.
Upon completion of the above, you can apply for admission as a Lawyer to the Roll of Lawyers in Queensland, providing you are able to satisfy the Admission Board and the Supreme Court of your fitness to practise. You can apply for a Practising Certificate through the Queensland Law Society.
Graduates admitted to practise in Queensland may apply for recognition of their practising certificate throughout the States and Territories due to mutual recognition principles.
For more detailed information on admission, please refer to the following websites:
Legal Practitioners Admissions Board: http://www.qls.com.au/Legal-Practitioners-Admissions-Board
Queensland Law Society: http://www.qls.com.au/
The Bar Association of Queensland: http://www.qldbar.asn.au/
For admission in other States and Territories, please refer to the following websites:
New South Wales
Legal Profession Admission Board (LPAB): https://www.lpab.justice.nsw.gov.au/
Law Society of NSW: https://www.lawsociety.com.au/
NSW Bar Association: https://nswbar.asn.au/
Victoria
Victoria Legal Admissions Board: https://www.lawadmissions.vic.gov.au/
Victorian Legal Services Board and Commissioner: https://lsbc.vic.gov.au/
Law Institute of Victoria: https://www.liv.asn.au/
Victorian Bar: https://www.vicbar.com.au/
Western Australia
Legal Practice Board of Western Australia: https://www.lpbwa.org.au/
Law Society of Western Australia: https://lawsocietywa.asn.au/
Western Australian Bar Association: https;//wabar.asn.au/
South Australia
Law Society of South Australia: http://www.lawsocietysa.asn.au/
South Australian Bar Association: https://sabar.org.au/
Tasmania
The Supreme Court of Tasmania: https://www.supremecourt.tas.gov.au/practitioners/admission/
Law Society of Tasmania: https://www.lst.org.au/
Tasmanian Bar Association: https://tasbar.com.au/
Australian Capital Territory
The Supreme Court of the ACT website: https://www.courts.act.gov.au/supreme/law-and-practice/admission-as-a-legal-pracitioner
ACT Law Society: https://www.actlawsociety.asn.au/
ACT Bar Association: https://www.actbar.com.au/
Northern Territory
The Supreme Court of the Northern Territory: https://supremecourt.nt.gov.au/
Law Society Northern Territory website: http://www.lawsocietynt.asn.au/
Northern Territory Bar Association: https://ntbar.asn.au/