Law and Criminology

Studying law and criminology empowers you with the knowledge and skills to make a lasting impact in the world. With the Australian government’s Jobs and Skills Australia predicting employment growth of 16.8% in legal services in the ten years to 2033, a degree in this area can lead to diverse and rewarding career pathways.

Due to our regional location, our law and criminology expertise is unique. UNE has a specialist understanding of regional, rural and remote issues — not just those in metropolitan areas. Our School of Law is the largest of its kind outside a capital city in Australia, and we are home to the Centre for Rural Criminology, a world-first hub of collaborative international research on all aspects of rural crime.

Our undergraduate and postgraduate law and criminology courses are delivered by leading academics who have extensive experience in the field. Your studies with us will focus on practical capabilities, to ensure you graduate job-ready and future fit for the fast-moving legal landscape. You can study on campus or online, allowing you to blend your study with your lifestyle and responsibilities.

We received the maximum 5 star rating for both Student Support and Full-Time Employment in Law and Paralegal Studies (Good Universities Guide 2025, undergraduate), so when you study with UNE, you are in good hands.

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