Bachelor of Laws/BA in Perth Australia | Curtin University

Curtin's Bachelor of Laws equips you with the foundational qualifications required to pursue a legal career in Australia. Pairing this degree with International Relations or Journalism opens doors to specialized fields like human rights law, international legal practice, media law, or legal journalism.

Our comprehensive law program delivers a robust, practice-oriented legal education. You'll develop essential legal skills while cultivating strong business acumen. Early in your studies, you'll gain appreciation for legal ethics, professional responsibilities, and the fundamental principles of justice.

The program offers diverse elective options including forensic advocacy, family law, human rights legislation, native title law, and legal technology. These specialized units allow you to customize your law degree according to your professional aspirations.

Combining your law studies with a Bachelor of Arts expands your expertise. The international relations pathway deepens your understanding of global politics and diplomacy, while journalism studies prepare you for multimedia legal reporting across digital platforms.

The program structure includes three years of semester-based study at Curtin Perth, followed by a fourth year plus one trimester at our city-based Curtin Law School. Full-time students can complete both degrees in just 4.5 years.

At our Perth City campus, you'll gain hands-on experience through mock trials in our advanced moot court and real-case work at the John Curtin Law Clinic. The location provides exceptional networking opportunities with legal professionals and proximity to major courts.

Curtin's career-focused approach integrates industry engagement throughout your studies. Through practical classes, mentorship programs, and work placements, you'll graduate with immediately applicable skills and industry connections to launch your professional journey.