Juris Doctor

The Juris Doctor provides comprehensive training and a prestigious qualification for a successful career as a lawyer. The UWA Juris Doctor is Western Australia’s only postgraduate qualifying degree with which graduates can apply for admission as a lawyer with the Legal Practice Board of Western Australia. The qualification is also recognised in China, Malaysia and Singapore.

Why study this degree at UWA?

• Professional accreditation to practice as a lawyer in Australia and internationally.
• The opportunity to learn from the very best of the legal profession as well as academic staff recognised nationally for excellence in teaching and research.
• Participate in practical skill-building programs including mooting (legal advocacy) competitions and internships, and build lifelong friendships with a talented, diverse and vibrant cohort of future leaders.

Bachelor of Criminology and Criminal Justice

Learn about the role Criminology plays in understanding crime and how we deal with it, as well as effective criminal justice interventions. You'll be encouraged to question current practices in the field and find ways for improvement, while developing a broad range of employment-relevant skills, including the capacity to think critically, integrate theory and research into practice, and communicate effectively.

The Bachelor of Criminology and Criminal Justice draws broadly upon knowledge and perspectives from a range of disciplines including Law, Psychology, History, Anthropology and Geography. Through this, you’ll be exposed to the breadth of contemporary Criminology and Criminal Justice issues.

Why study this degree at UWA?

• Gain a solid understanding of contemporary issues in Criminology and Criminal Justice through this interdisciplinary degree
• Learn from academics with strong expertise and who are active researchers in the field
• You’ll benefit from strong industry connections