Bachelor of Laws (Honours)

If you're coming from a non-law professional background and are looking to advance your career in the legal field, the Graduate Entry Law degree at Griffith offers you the opportunity to leverage your existing expertise while gaining the legal knowledge and skills needed to thrive in today's complex, globalised world. Ranked No. 1 for law in Queensland, Griffith doesn't just prepare you to be a lawyer - we prepare you to be a leader who can drive change. Whether you're looking to move into a legal role within your current industry or transition into a new career, Griffith Law School provides the knowledge, skills, and connections to make your goals a reality. Harness your existing expertise and apply your specialist knowledge to the practice of law, especially in areas like corporate law, intellectual property, environmental law, or healthcare law. Gain access to tailored career development opportunities, including mentoring, industry internships, and networking with top legal professionals and organisations. Engage with real clients and cases through the Griffith Legal Clinic program and make valuable industry connections that fast-track your career. Develop a deep understanding of core legal principles, from criminal law and contracts to constitutional law and torts. Our curriculum connects law to broader societal issues, including ethics, Indigenous rights, and international perspectives. Learn how to think critically, solve problems, and communicate effectively through research, writing, oral advocacy, and legal analysis. These are transferable skills that can benefit you in any legal career. Benefit from the expertise of practicing legal educators, judges in residence, and industry leaders who will guide you in shaping your legal career.

To be eligible for admission to the Bachelor of Laws (Honours), an applicant must have completed: a Bachelor degree (except a Bachelor of Laws) or higher providing it is equivalent to 1.5 years of full-time study from a recognised tertiary institution with a minimum GPA of 4.0 on a 7-point scale (or equivalent) OR a law degree from a different legal system (i.e. it must be a Bachelor of Laws from a non-Australian tertiary institution).