Bachelor of Laws - Practical Legal Training (PLT)

One of Sydney’s leading law degrees, this program gives you the innovative education you need to kick-start a vibrant future. Our unique approach means you’ll graduate with a valuable understanding of law in practice as well as vital professional skills in areas like problem-solving, analytical thinking, and professional communication, helping you secure jobs, create change and become a leader in your profession.

You’ll benefit from hands-on learning and unique social and extracurricular programs, giving you connections, experience and insight into your future career. UTS is the first university in Sydney to offer Practical Legal Training (PLT) as an elective component, giving you the opportunity to complete the requirements to become a practising lawyer in NSW with just one degree.

This program will see you complete an array of core disciplinary subjects, building your essential knowledge and capabilities in areas like law foundations, ethics and justice, Constitutional law and procedure.

You’ll then shape your learning journey to meet your desired career outcomes, choosing from a broad range of Options and Legal Theory subjects such as criminology, environmental law and negotiation. You can also opt for an additional major in Legal Futures and Technology and complete your Practical Legal Training, meeting the requirements to become a practising lawyer in NSW.

Applicants must have completed an Australian Year 12 qualification, Australian Qualifications Framework Diploma, or equivalent Australian or overseas qualification at the required level.