Find flexible courses that fit around your life
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.
Pick a speciality to explore your study options:
Law & justice degrees
Undergraduate TAS-LST-DIP
Postgraduate ACU-AML-GDI
Postgraduate MAQ-LAW-MAS
Law & justice subjects
Undergraduate GRF-CCJ103
Related degrees
Undergraduate UNE-LSU100
Postgraduate UND-BUSN5007
Related degrees
Postgraduate CUR-CHRE506
Why study law and justice online through us?
Access quality university courses without needing an ATAR.
Enjoy your pick of courses from across the country—including postgraduate specialisations only offered in certain states.
Study more flexibly with single subjects, short courses and degrees available to start throughout the year.
How Open Universities Australia (OUA) works
We partner with leading universities to make higher education easier for everyone to access. We're here to:
- offer you guidance on your course choices.
- unlock more flexible study options for you with your university.
- ease your mental load by supporting you with your student admin.
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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What to read before choosing your course
Help! What degree should I study?
You know you want to go to uni, but you have no clue what course to study. First of all, don’t panic. This is a very, very common problem, and one we’re known for solving. The following advice should help you narrow down your choices.
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University entry requirements explained
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Why single subject study could be perfect for you
Did you know you can take a single university subject without committing to the whole qualification? It’s a great way to upskill—or to give your degree a test run.
Find out more about how to get started
Speak to a student advisor for:
- free, impartial advice
- expert knowledge about courses and unis
- personalised recommendations
Looking for other ways to start the conversation? Contact us.