If you are a graduate and you are looking to move into a career in law, the Juris Doctor offered at Western Sydney University in Australia will provide you with the knowledge and specialist legal skills to propel you into your legal career.

The Juris Doctor provides advanced and integrated knowledge of the principal areas of legal practice, legal concepts, and broader perspectives about the law. It develops advanced professional skills in problem-solving, critical thinking, research, communication, collaboration and self-management, and ethical and professional awareness and judgement. Engage in collaborative face to face problem and case-based learning experiences, that will be supported by online learning materials, and participate in authentic assessment to develop knowledge and skills.

You also have the flexibility to choose from a wide range of additional specialist subjects which includes the opportunity to study overseas. The program is available to international graduate students who are looking for a highly regarded law degree with a strong focus on student employability across diverse careers in law and beyond. You will also engage in legal research projects which includes the option for tailored support for those considering future enrolment into a PhD program.

Completed 3 or 4 year undergraduate Bachelor degree in any discipline other than law, or a completed law Diploma, Bachelor or higher qualification, from an university outside of Australia

Graduates from Western Sydney University’s Juris Doctor program are eligible to apply to the Legal Profession Admission Board for admission to legal practice in the State of New South Wales in Australia after undertaking prescribed professional legal training.

Graduates of the Western Sydney University’s Juris Doctor (JD) 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 understand the process and requirements needed to enter the legal profession in Canada.  All students applying directly through KOM Consultants will be supported with the latest information on the accreditation process.