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Law internships and work experience: how to get started
Wondering how law students gain practical experience? Here's how internships, clerkships and other opportunities work, when they happen and how they can help launch your legal career.
How to study law online in Australia
Law course specialist Luan Koay is here to tell you everything about studying law online, including what it's like, how it differs to the on-campus experience, and which courses you can access.
Law degrees explained: understand your study options
Trying to understand how law degrees work in Australia? This guide explains common law qualifications, law course structures, core subjects, electives, majors and career outcomes, with guidance from student advisor Luan Koay.
Entry requirements for law degrees in Australia
There’s more than one way to get into a law degree. Student advisor Luan Koay takes you through ATAR, graduate, mature-age and alternative pathways, helping you choose a next step that suits you.
Bachelor of Laws vs Juris Doctor: what’s the difference?
Compare the two main pathways to becoming a lawyer – the Bachelor of Laws, for undergraduates starting out, versus the Juris Doctor, for graduates from other fields.
How to find the best online law degree for you in Australia
Not sure which online law course is right for you? Student advisor Luan Koay explains how to compare options based on your career goal, study history, experience and readiness.
What it’s really like to study law in Australia
Law has a reputation for being challenging – but what's it actually like to study? Here's what you can expect from the workload, assessments and learning experience.
Law vs a business degree: which is better for your career?
Are you planning for your future, or a career change? If you’re weighing up your study options, and stuck between choosing a law or a business degree, this guide from student advisor Luan Koay will help you compare the two disciplines.
Law vs criminology: which should I study?
Considering a career in crime prevention, but not sure if you should study law or criminology? This guide from student advisor Luan Koay will help you understand the key differences, study pathways and career outcomes for each discipline.
Is a short counselling course worth it?
Find out what a counselling short course can offer, who it's best suited to, and whether it's the right starting point for you.
Is a counselling degree worth it in Australia?
A counselling degree can be personally rewarding, but it also requires time, money and emotional commitment. This guide looks at what you'll gain from studying and whether the career it leads to is the right fit for you.
Is a psychology degree worth it in Australia?
Thinking about studying psychology? This guide explores what you’ll gain, the challenges to consider, and the career directions a psychology degree can lead to, helping you decide if it’s right for you.