Law & justice courses
Stand up for justice and lead with integrity
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Discover the world of law and justice, where your passion for fairness can lead you down a variety of paths. Whether you want a place behind the bar, an insight into the criminal mind, or to become an expert in our legal system, there’s an online course to suit you here.
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Law & justice degrees
Undergraduate Certificate of Criminal Justice and Criminology
UndergraduateSWI-CJC-CTF
Start here for a career in criminal justice
Explore core concepts in criminal law and unpack the Australian legal system. In just 6 months, you’ll cover basic legal theory, aspects of crime, and law procedure. Gain credit for your studies and think about a future in criminal justice.
- Study method
- 100% online
- Duration
- 6 months full time or part time equivalent
UndergraduateUNE-LLB-DEG
Study law without the usual barriers
If you’re passionate about the legal system, or looking for a start to your legal career, this law degree is open to everyone—no matter your background or school marks. Understand Australian law, conduct legal research, and communicate with persuasion.
- Study method
- 100% online
- Duration
- 4 years full time or part time equivalent
- Entry requirements
- No ATAR required. Start with a subject.
PostgraduateFLI-LAW-GDI
Gain practical legal skills in just 1 year
Prepare for a career across legal, corporate, or government landscapes. You’ll explore the relationship between law and society, economy, and politics. Study law online guided by case-based teaching. Graduate and solve real-word challenges.
- Study method
- 100% online
- Duration
- 1 year full time or part time equivalent
PostgraduateRMI-JDR-MAS
Your postgraduate path to a career in law
Designed for non-law graduates, this law degree opens doors to a range of professional opportunities where legal qualifications are sought. Gain comprehensive knowledge of the Australian legal system whilst choosing from electives to suit your goals.
- Study method
- 100% online
- Duration
- 3 years full time or part time equivalent
Law & justice subjects
UndergraduateUNE-LSU100
- Study method
- 100% online
- Entry requirements
- No ATAR required. Start with a subject.
- Start dates
- Starts 19 Oct 2026
Foundations of Criminology and Criminal Justice
UndergraduateGRF-CCJ121
- Study method
- 100% online
- Entry requirements
- No ATAR required. Start with a subject.
- Start dates
- Starts 3 Aug 2026, 7 Sep 2026, 5 Oct 2026, 2 Nov 2026, 30 Nov 2026
Next enrolment closes 2 Aug
Fundamentals of Business and Corporations Law
PostgraduateCUR-BLAW5016
- Study method
- 100% online
- Entry requirements
- No ATAR required. Start with a subject.
- Start dates
- Starts 31 Aug 2026
UndergraduateADU-LAWS2010
- Study method
- 100% online
- Entry requirements
- No ATAR required. Start with a subject.
- Start dates
- Starts 21 Sep 2026
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Law & justice careers
Studying law will open lots of doors for you. As well as putting you on a path towards becoming a solicitor or barrister, it will allow you to explore possibilities in many non-legal fields.
What jobs can you get with a law degree?
Aside from enabling you to become a lawyer, a law degree could set you up for careers within government, human rights, business and management, criminal justice, or international relations.
If you want to become a lawyer:
There are a few steps you need to complete to practise law in Australia.
Study an accredited Bachelor of Laws (LLB) or Juris Doctor (JD). Law degrees offered through Open Universities Australia are accredited by state legal boards.
Complete practical legal training (PLT).
Apply for admission as a lawyer in your state or territory.
Read more about how to become a lawyer.
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