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Juris Doctor (DJUR) - JD
CRICOS code (International applicants): 060145G
| | On-campus | Distance education |
| Semester intake: | Semester 1 (March)
Semester 2 (July) | Semester 1 (March)
Semester 2 (July) |
| Campus: | Springfield, Toowoomba | - |
| Fees: | Tuition fee
International fee
| Tuition fee
International fee
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| Standard duration: | 3 years full-time, 6 years part-time |
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Program focus
The Juris Doctor is a graduate entry program that provides students
with the opportunity for a comprehensive study of law, not only to
prepare for practice as a solicitor or barrister in Queensland but
also to examine the legal process and its social, political and economic
context.
The program aims to equip students with an academic qualification
for professional practice with particular specialisations offered
in environmental and natural resources law, international law and
general practice as well as an extensive specialisation in commercial
law.
While this is a focused program preparing students for professional
practice with particular skills in applied legal research, it also
builds the special capabilities that a legal education can offer,
such as complex problem-solving and policy analysis.
Please note this qualification does not entitle graduates to
use the title 'Doctor'.
Professional accreditation
The Juris Doctor received accreditation from the Legal Practitioners
Admissions Board, Queensland, and the Chief Justice of the Supreme
Court of Queensland on 13 March 2007, as an approved academic qualification
under the Supreme Court (Legal practitioner Admission) Rules 2004 (Qld). This will partially satisfy the requirements to practise
as a solicitor or barrister in Queensland. (Intending solicitors and
barristers must not only complete an approved law degree but also
undertake a practical legal training course, either with another university
or private provider, or as a supervised program whilst employed in
a law firm).
Program aims
The Juris Doctor is a graduate entry program that provides students
with the opportunity for a comprehensive study of law, not only to
prepare for practice as a solicitor or barrister in Queensland but
also to examine the legal process and its social, political and economic
context.
The program aims to equip students with an academic qualification
for professional practice with particular specialisations offered
in environmental and natural resources law, international law and
general practice as well as an extensive specialisation in commercial
law.
While this is a focused program preparing students for professional
practice with particular skills in applied legal research, it also
builds the special capabilities that a legal education can offer,
such as complex problem-solving and policy analysis.
Program objectives
Upon completion of the Juris Doctor students will be able to:
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demonstrate an understanding of the theoretical framework of
subject areas of study
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apply theoretical knowledge, concepts and principles to areas
of practical significance
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research legal issues at an advanced level
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critically appraise law reform trends and recent developments
and assess their impact upon legal practice and public policy
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demonstrate advanced communication, problem-solving and analytical
skills
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satisfy academic admission requirements for legal practice in
Queensland (subject to accreditation).
Admission requirements
To gain entry to the graduate entry program, students must have
graduated with an approved three year undergraduate degree.
International applicants must have met the University's English
language requirements or have completed the University's ELICOS/UNIPREP program.
How to apply
Domestic students
Application for postgraduate programs may be made directly
to USQ. You should ensure you submit your application by the closing
dates.
International students
This program is offered to international students. An international
student is a person who is not an Australian or New Zealand citizen
and not an Australian permanent resident. Please refer to USQ International for information about entry requirements, visa arrangements and
how to apply.
Program fees
Tuition fee
Domestic fee-paying places are funded entirely through the tuition/direct
fees paid by the student. Tuition/direct fees vary depending on the
courses that are taken. For more information about Tuition Fees, including
the calculation of fees for a particular program of study, refer to USQ Fees.
International fees
International students pay tuition fees. For details about international
student fees, refer to the International Fee Schedule provided by USQ International.
Program structure
The graduate entry program is 24 units in total. It has two
prime components: a core (20 units) and law electives (4 units).
Required time limits
Students have a maximum of 9 years to complete this program.
Core courses
All students are required to complete a core of twenty single-unit
courses. The purpose of the core courses is to expose law students
to fundamental legal concepts and methods in legal research and reasoning.
Elective courses
The four law elective courses may be selected from any of the
electives listed below. Students may choose to specialise by taking
electives in one particular area of concentration.
Toowoomba campus
Courses available on campus at Toowoomba are the twenty core
courses plus a selection of electives.
Courses available externally from the Toowoomba campus are the
twenty core courses plus the full range of electives.
Springfield campus
Courses available on campus at Springfield are the twenty core
courses plus a selection of electives.
Other program requirements
Students must maintain good standing in this program. Please
refer to Academic Regulation 5.9 of the University Calendar.
Exemptions
Exemptions may be permitted for a limited number of courses,
equivalent in content and level successfully completed recently with
a recognised institution, in accordance with Academic Regulation 5 of the University Calendar.
In this section:
Recommended enrolment pattern - part-time
Recommended enrolment pattern - full-time (available only from
2009)
