Bachelor of Law and Society (Law Pathway)

Study Law and Society (Law Pathway) at Flinders

A pathway to a Law degree.

This course is not offered in 2021.

This one year pathway course is designed for applicants who want to gain entry into the Bachelor of Laws and Legal Practice or into the combined degree of Bachelor of Laws and Legal Practice with Bachelor of Law and Society but may not meet the minimum academic requirements.

Fast facts

Course facts at a glance.

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Prerequisites

None

Assumed knowledge

None

2020 selection rank

80.00

Guaranteed selection rank

85.00

TAFElink

Certificate IV or above

Adjustment factors available

Yes

SATAC code

234651

Delivery mode

In person:

– Bedford Park

Online: No

Duration

1 years full-time
(or part-time equivalent)
Deferrable: Yes

Annual indicative fee

2021: $14,500

How are these fees calculated?

Start dates

– March
– July

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Why study Laws and Legal Practice at Flinders

Successfully transfer to the Bachelor of Laws and Legal Practice and:

qualify to practise law in 4.5 years with integrated practical training that gets you work-ready
undertake a course designed to foster independent learning techniques, and teach the critical analysis of legal material and the development of legal skills
study many core topics in the Adelaide CBD at our Victoria Square location
access international study opportunities available.

Your career

A Flinders law degree will open many doors, and not all will lead to a courtroom. While some students will become the judges and prosecutors of tomorrow, others will chart their course in business, diplomacy, social justice and human rights. Our graduates work all over the world.

Potential occupations include:

lawyer
federal prosecutor
graduate analyst
graduate policy officer
solicitor or barrister.

Potential employers include:

law firms
commercial companies
international agencies
government departments.

Professional accreditation/recognition

Students who successfully transfer into and successfully complete the Bachelor of Laws and Legal Practice satisfy the academic and practical requirements underpinning eligibility to be admitted as a barrister and solicitor in South Australia.

What you will study

This pathway course offers students the opportunity to study four Law topics that are normally restricted to students enrolled in the Law degree.

Alongside these, students will study two topics in Criminology, one Legal Studies topic and will be able to choose an additional topic in Australian Studies, Sociology or Political Studies.

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How to apply

Choose your preferred course.

Check the entry requirements and admission pathways available to you.

Choose other courses to include in your preferences.

Visit SATAC and submit your application online.

Admission pathways

Applicants can apply for this course using Year 12 qualifications, previous higher education study, TAFE/VET qualifications, or through adult entry (STAT/Foundation Studies/tertiary preparation course).

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Inherent requirements

There are important inherent requirements for this course and applicants are strongly advised to become aware of these requirements.

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How to apply

Select your course.

Check entry requirements.

Check your eligibility for credit.

Apply online

Obtain certified documents.

Submit your application and documents.

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English language pathways

If you don’t meet our English language entry requirements and need to improve your English language proficiency, you can do so through Flinders University Academy – or our approved English Language Instruction Course for Overseas Students (ELICOS) providers.

This means that you can attend the required English language tuition at approved ELICOS providers and gain direct entry into university without an IELTS or TOEFL test.

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Academic program pathways

If you don’t meet our academic entry requirements, you can still gain entry to Flinders University through Flinders University Academy. With a range of diplomas, foundation and English language courses, students can find a direct pathway into the destination degree of their choice.

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Course enquiries

Want more information about studying at Flinders University? Contact us to find out more – we’d love to help you decide if Flinders University is the right choice for you.