Southern Cross University

Bachelor of Legal and Justice Studies

Southern Cross University

Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Undergraduate
CRICOS: 01241G

The Bachelor of Legal and Justice Studies is an excellent degree for those wanting to work in policy development, paralegal positions, conveyancing, and in the justice sector. It provides a thorough practical grounding in legal knowledge and a strong understanding of Australian and international politics and society. If you have already been working professionally in the fields of law and justice, this course will extend your knowledge, skills and expertise. The conveyancing major, which is accredited by New South Wales Fair Trading, enables you to become a licenced conveyancer in NSW.

Structure

Credit points 288

Subjects

  • Conveyancing

Standard entry requirements

Candidates who have completed an Associate Degree in Law (Paralegal Studies) may be granted advanced standing for up to sixteen (16) units towards the Bachelor of Legal and Justice Studies.

Recognition

The Conveyancing major provides students with the academic requirements necessary to obtain a conveyancer's licence in NSW, and is accredited by NSW Fair Trading. For licensing requirements, and details of mandatory additional work experience required to enable registration, enquiries should be made to NSW Fair Trading.

Study pathways

Students who want to become lawyers and who achieve the required grade point average on completion of their degree may apply for admission to the graduate entry Bachelor of Laws. They can also transfer to the undergraduate entry Bachelor of Laws during their studies if they achieve the required grade point average. Alternatively, students who wish to exit this course early with the Associate Degree in Law (Paralegal Studies) may do so with the completion of the required 16 units.

Study information

CampusFeesMid year intakeAttendance
Gold Coast International: $88,080 Yes
  • Full-time : 3 years
  • Part-time : 6 years
Online campus International: $88,080 Yes
  • Full-time : 3 years
  • Part-time : 6 years
  • Online/Off-campus : 3 years

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