Juris Doctor
Why study the Juris Doctor at UNE?
This course has been suspended from Trimester 2 2012 and the recommended alternative course is the Bachelor of Laws (3 years). More information on this, from the Course Coordinator, can be found at the 'I would like to know more about this course' link below.
The Juris Doctor is a professional qualification enabling graduates to practise law in all Australian jurisdictions, or pursue a career in business or Government. After completion of academic qualifications in law, entry to legal practice also requires the completion of a Practical Legal Training (PLT) course. The Juris Doctor is designed for graduates from disciplines other than law and lawyers with a civil law degree. The Juris Doctor is not a doctoral-level award and graduates are not entitled to use the honorific title 'Doctor'.
I would like to know more about this course.Career Opportunities
Examples include legal practice, solicitor/barrister (with the required workplace training), legal aid agencies, advocacy organisations, commercial firms, government departments, banking, commerce and management.
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Degree Snapshot
DURATION
3 Years Full-timeUp to 10 years Part-time
FEES
Full FeeInternational
2012 STUDY OPTIONS
Armidale
Trimester 1, Off CampusTrimester 1, On Campus
How to Apply
Domestic Students
New domestic students to UNE apply to study on or off campus direct to UNE
For more information, click hereFormer or current domestic UNE students apply to study on or off campus direct to UNE
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International students apply direct to UNE through International Marketing and PathwaysFor more information, click here
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| Official Abbreviation | JD | |||||||||
| Course Type | Postgraduate | |||||||||
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| Fees | Full Fee / International | |||||||||
| Total Credit Points | 144 | |||||||||
| Benefits | The Juris Doctor is accredited by the Legal Practitioners Admission Board of NSW for admission as a legal practitioner in NSW and mutual recognition legislation extends admission to other Australian jurisdictions. After completion of academic qualifications in Law, entry to legal practice also requires the completion of a Practical Legal Training (PLT) course. Pathway: There is a pathway to complete a Masters of Laws (LLM) by completing four additional LLM units. The Juris Doctor is an approved Student Income Support course. Eligible students may apply for Youth Allowance or Austudy. |
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| How to apply |
New domestic students to UNE apply to study on or off campus direct to UNE For more information, click here
Former or current domestic UNE students apply to study on or off campus direct to UNE For more information, click here
International students apply direct to UNE through International Marketing and Pathways For more information, click here |
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| Intensive Schools | There are no mandatory intensive schools in the Juris Doctor. |
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| Entry Requirements | A candidate shall have fulfilled all the requirements for admission to a degree, or qualification of equivalent standing, accepted by the school as sufficient qualification for admission to the course; and obtainable after a minimum of three years' full-time study or its equivalent. |
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| Additional Requirements | A sound knowledge of English is essential. |
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| Advanced Standing | The School of Law gives credit for prior study in any Australian program that meets the academic requirements for admission as a legal practitioner (including courses offered by the NSW Legal Practitioner's Admission Board or its equivalent). Advanced standing cannot be given for work experience or legal studies that are not part of a course that meets admission requirements. |
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| Fast Track | 2011-2012 Summer or Trimester 3 2012 provides an opportunity for students to fast track their academic progression or to catch up on units required to complete their degree. A selection of units is offered off campus during these periods, enabling students to study from home and to accelerate their progress towards graduation. |
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| Academic Colours |
Ultramarine (BCC 148) |
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| Further Information | 
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Admission to Candidature
A candidate shall have fulfilled all the requirements for admission to a degree, or qualification of equivalent standing, accepted by the school as sufficient qualification for admission to the course; and obtainable after a minimum of three years' full-time study or its equivalent.
Period of Candidature
The period of candidature shall be:
(a) three years as a full-time candidate;
(b) up to ten years as a part-time candidate.
Course Requirements
To qualify for the award a candidate must pass units to the value of 144 credit points.
Program of Study
Candidates shall complete an approved program of study as outlined in the Course Schedule comprising:
| Course Structure | Credit Points |
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| Core Units | 114 cps |
| Listed Units | 30 cps |
| Total | 144 cps |
To view complete Program of Study click here
Award of Degree
Candidates who meet the course requirements shall be awarded the Juris Doctor.
Improper Conduct
Candidates are referred to the Student Coursework Plagiarism and Academic Misconduct Rules.