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Embark on an exciting and rewarding legal career with Victoria University's Bachelor of Laws program.
Located in Melbourne's legal district at our City Campus, you'll learn from distinguished legal scholars and receive guidance from adjunct professors who are among Australia's top legal experts.
Through our collaborations with courts and legal aid organizations, you'll acquire hands-on experience in the justice system – equipping you for careers in corporate, commercial, public sector, or community legal services.
This four-year law program provides comprehensive legal training while developing essential professional competencies such as:
courtroom advocacy
ethical decision-making
effective communication
legal analysis and drafting
client consultation and dispute resolution
statutory interpretation.
Covering all fundamental legal disciplines (including contracts, torts, property, constitutional, criminal, and corporate law), VU's Bachelor of Laws meets the Victorian Legal Admissions Board's academic requirements for practicing law in Victoria.
Completion of an Australian Senior Secondary Certificate (VCE or equivalent) including Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 25 in English (EAL) or 20 in any other English (or equivalent). OR: Completion of an Australian Advanced Diploma or Diploma (or equivalent). OR: Completion of a Foundation course or equivalent.
English language requirements
IELTS (Academic module): Overall score of 6.0 (no band less than 6.0)
TOEFL Internet: Overall score of 67 (Listening 12, Speaking 18, Reading 15, Writing 21)
Pearson Test of English (PTE): Overall score of 50 (no section score less than 50)
University of Cambridge - Advanced (CAE): Overall score of 169. No individual band less than 169.
VU English - English for Academic Purposes (EAP) (Level 4): achieved.