Program Overview

Overview

The Bachelor of Laws (Honours) is a graduate honours program for a law degree in Australia. This program is designed to enhance employment opportunities, advance knowledge in a specialist area of law, and build valuable research skills. The Law degrees have been developed with an Advisory Committee of senior judges and lawyers who have provided their professional endorsement.

Career Outcomes

Graduates of the Bachelor of Laws (Honours) can look forward to a career in diverse roles across various industries, including legal practice, government agencies, public service, community sector, politics, non-governmental organisations, and businesses. Possible career paths include:

• Barrister
• Solicitor
• Public prosecutor
• Community lawyer
• Policy advisor
• In-house counsel

Professional Accreditation

The Bachelor of Laws (Honours) articulates from the Bachelor of Laws, which is accredited by the Legal Practitioners Admissions Board, Queensland, and the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of Queensland as an approved academic qualification under the Supreme Court (Legal Practitioner Admission) Rules 2004 (Qld).

Why Study Law at UniSQ?

• Endorsed by senior judges and lawyers
• Real-world courtroom experience through access to UniSQ Toowoomba's Wonderley & Hall Moot Court or UniSQ's Ipswich Moot Court
• Ranked #1 in Queensland for law graduate starting salary (Good Universities Guide, 2026)

What You'll Study

To graduate from the Bachelor of Laws (Honours), students must successfully complete 8 units of study, including:

Core

• LAW6001 - Legal Research Methodology
• LAW4006 - Major Law Honours Dissertation

Electives

Choose five units from a list of advanced law courses, including:

• LAW6132 - Advanced Taxation Law
• LAW6422 - Advanced Succession
• LAW6424 - Advanced Property Conveyancing
• LAW6484 - Advanced Media Law
• LAW6405 - Advanced Human Rights and Anti-Discrimination Law
• And many more

Entry Requirements

• Completion of UniSQ's Bachelor of Laws or other recognised bachelor's degree in law from a recognised university with a pass at either a credit level (grade point average of 5.0/7, that is 71.4 per cent) in the entire program and permission of the relevant Program Coordinator, or a grade point average of 5.2/7 (75 per cent) in the third level of the Bachelor of Laws program, including an 'A' or better level pass in at least one course.
• English language requirements: IELTS (Academic) - Minimum overall score of 6.5 and a minimum score of 6.0 in each of the four components - listening, reading, writing, and speaking.

Entry Pathways

Students need to complete a bachelor's degree in a related area with a minimum GPA. Check entry requirements for more information.

Fees and Scholarships

• Commonwealth supported: AUD 17,392 (indicative annual fee)
• Student Services and Amenities fees may apply
• HECS-HELP: a government loan scheme to defer payment until income reaches a certain threshold
• UniSQ Scholarships available for academic excellence, community leadership, and financial need

How to Apply

Complete the online application directly to UniSQ. Application closing dates vary, so check the key dates for details.

Study Dates

Students can select to start their study in Trimester 1, 2, or 3, with application closing dates and start dates as follows:

• Trimester 1, 2026: Application closing date Monday 16 February, Orientation Monday 9 February, Start date Monday 16 February
• Trimester 2, 2026: Application closing date Monday 1 June, Orientation Monday 25 May, Start date Monday 1 June
• Trimester 3, 2026: Application closing date Monday 14 September, Orientation Monday 7 September, Start date Monday 14 September

Frequently Asked Questions

• Why study a Bachelor of Laws (Honours)?
• What differentiates a Bachelor of Law (Honours) from a standard Bachelor of Law degree?
• What are the career opportunities for graduates who hold a Bachelor of Laws with Honours?
• Are flexible study options available?