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KOM Consultants is the official Canadian representative of Curtin University in Australia. Canadian applications to Curtin University’s Postgraduate Entry Bachelor of Laws (LLB) program are submitted directly through KOM Consultants 1-877-318-8203 or info@komconsultants.com.

Overview

Curtin University Bachelor of Laws (LLB) Overview

The Curtin Bachelor of Laws (LLB) in Australia is a four-year degree covered over three calendar years. However, applicants who have completed a recognized tertiary bachelor’s degree may receive credit for up to one year’s study, allowing them to complete the Bachelor of Laws Degree in two calendar years, plus one trimester by undertaking extra units within trimester-based studies

The Curtin Bachelor of Laws LLB offers a unique opportunity to specialize in one of two high demand areas for law graduates. These are mining, resources and energy law or governance and regulatory compliance. There is a strong need for law graduates with either of these specializations.

Curtin’s Bachelor of Laws LLB degree is offered by the Department of Law within Curtin Law School in Australia and is the required qualification for all who wish to enter into legal practice. This course offers a rich and professionally relevant coverage of foundational areas of legal knowledge as well as developing the core skills essential to effective legal practice.

Curtin’s Bachelor of Laws LLB will give students a professional legal qualification allowing them admission to practice as a lawyer, including the giving of legal advice and appearing in court. It will also give students a strong commercial awareness and the opportunity to focus on industry.

Course Structure

Sample Course Structure for Curtin Bachelor of Laws LLB

Year 1 – two semesters

  • Semester 1
    • Legal Foundations
    • Law, Society and Justice
    • Introduction to Tort Law
    • Introduction to contract Law
  • Semester 2
    • Legal Research and Writing
    • Advanced Tort Law
    • Advanced Contract Law
    • Business, Law and Regulation
Year 2three trimesters

  • Trimester 1
    • Constitutional Law
    • Property Law Principles
    • Fundamentals of Criminal Law
    • Statutory Interpretation
  • Trimester 2
    • Administrative Law
    • Real Property Law
    • Criminal Responsibility and Procedures
    • Select 1 Option
  • Trimester 3
    • Principles of Equity
    • Corporate Law
    • Select 2 Option
Year 3 – three trimester

  • Trimester 1
    • Trusts
    • Selection 3 Option
  • Trimester 2
    • Evidence
    • Selection 3 Option
  • Trimester 3
    • Civil Procedure
    • Professional Responsibility
    • Selection 2 Option

Curtin Law School

Curtin University Law School in Australia

Western Australia’s newest and most innovative Law School (CLS) is situated within the industry focused Curtin Business School (CBS) on the beautiful Bentley campus of Curtin University in Australia. The School combines three Departments, of Law, Business Law, and Taxation.

The Curtin Law School (CLS) offers a range of programs including a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) taught by highly qualified and experienced legal academics, a professionally relevant Business Law major taught within the Bachelor of Commerce and a suite of tax programs taught at both undergraduate and postgraduate level. Academic staff within the Curtin Law School in Australia are committed to high levels of industry relevant research as well as dedicated, professional and stimulating teaching methods. Curtin Law is fortunate to be richly endowed with industry and professional connections, and has an Advisory Board chaired by the Chief Justice of Western Australia.

Professional Recognition

Professional Recognition in Canada

Graduates of Curtin University’s Bachelor of Laws (LLB) are eligible to apply for licensing in Canada; however, it is critical students understand the requirements needed to complete this process before licensing will be granted.

KOM Consultants understands the process and requirements needed to enter the legal profession in Canada. Contact KOM Consultants for more information

All students applying directly through KOM will be supported with the latest information on the accreditation process.

ABOUT THE PROGRAM
Award Title:Bachelor of Laws (LLB)
Length of Program:8 Semesters completed over 3 years
Intake:February
Prerequisites:Completed high school diploma. Contact KOM Consultants for full details
LSAT Score:Not required for Curtin University Law School
Interview:Not required for Curtin University Law School
Application Dates:Applicants are advised to apply 9 months in advance
Annual Tuition Fees:Contact KOM Consultants for latest tuition fees 1-877-318-8203
Faculty:Law
Country:Australia