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University of New South Wales (UNSW Law & Justice)
Juris Doctor (JD)
University of New South Wales (UNSW Law & Justice)
Course Overview
The UNSW JD is a 3-year graduate-entry law degree for students who already hold a bachelor's in any field and want to qualify as a lawyer in Australia. UNSW Law & Justice is ranked top 15 globally (QS 2025) and #1 in Australia for international students by Times Higher Education. For Sri Lankan applicants, it's a direct route to admission as a solicitor in NSW and a 3-year 485 Temporary Graduate Visa.
The curriculum covers the 11 'Priestley' subjects required for legal admission in every Australian state — contracts, torts, criminal, constitutional, property, equity, evidence, civil procedure, ethics, administrative, and corporations law — plus electives in international arbitration, technology law, and human rights. Students also complete the Practical Legal Training (PLT) component required for solicitor admission.
Entry Requirements
Academic
- check_circle Recognised bachelor's degree (any discipline) with a WAM of 70%+ as calculated by the UNSW Postgraduate Coursework Entry Calculator.
- check_circle No LSAT required.
- check_circle Personal statement outlining motivation for legal study; no prior legal background needed.
English Proficiency
- check_circle IELTS Academic: 7.0 Overall (min 6.0 in each section).
- check_circle TOEFL iBT: 94 Overall (min 25 Writing, 23 Speaking, 24 Reading, 22 Listening).
- check_circle PTE Academic: 65 Overall (min 54 in each section).
Estimated Cost of Study
| Expense Category | Amount (AUD) | Approx. LKR |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition Fee (Year 1) | AUD 56,000 | Rs. 11,760,000 |
| Tuition Fee (Year 2) | AUD 56,000 | Rs. 11,760,000 |
| Tuition Fee (Year 3) | AUD 56,000 | Rs. 11,760,000 |
| Total Programme Investment | AUD 168,000 | Rs. 35,280,000 |
*LKR conversion based on current bank rates. Subject to change.
Career Outcomes & PR
UNSW JD graduates qualify for the 485 Temporary Graduate Visa (3 years for a 3-year degree) and, after completing PLT and the NSW Legal Profession Admission Board requirements, are admitted as solicitors in Australia. Graduates have joined Allens, Herbert Smith Freehills, King & Wood Mallesons, Clayton Utz, MinterEllison, and Ashurst, with first-year solicitor salaries at top-tier firms starting around AUD 95,000.
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