Shape justice, shape the future
Learn how to defend the rights of people and communities to ensure a fair and equitable world for future generations with a law degree from Curtin.
Immerse yourself in real-world experiences and cutting-edge legal education at our city campus, located right in the heart of Perth’s legal precinct. Benefit from our accelerated learning pathway to complete your degree in just three years, and tailor your studies with optional units that match your unique interests.
At Curtin, you’ll not only study law – you’ll create a future where you can truly make a difference.
Get hands-on experience
Build practical legal skills at the Jeanette Hacket Moot Court and by working with real clients at the John Curtin Law Clinic.
Graduate in just 3 years
Our condensed study program means you’ll graduate in just three years instead of the usual four, so you can start your career sooner.
Study in the Perth CBD
Curtin Law School, located in the heart of Perth, lets you study near the main courts and build valuable industry connections.
Gain a global perspective
Learn international law at a reputable European university in Belgium, as part of Curtin’s Ghent Summer Program.
Choose your course
Tailor your law degree to your interests with more than 25 optional units to choose from in areas ranging from forensic advocacy to environmental law. Or combine your legal studies with a degree from another area to expand your career options, or to pursue a highly specialised career such as a psychologist within the criminal and justice system.
Bachelor degree
Law
Set the bar high and become a legal practitioner. An undergraduate degree in law is the first qualification you need to commence a career in legal practice.
Double degrees
Law and Arts
Prepare for legal practice while gaining specialised knowledge in international relations or journalism.
Law and Commerce
Combine your legal expertise with vital knowledge of legal and regulatory business environments.
Law and Innovation
Complement your legal expertise with an entrepreneurial mindset – a valuable skillset desired by an increasing range of organisations.
Law and Science
Gain the ideal blend of skills for careers in the growing range of organisations needing both legal and scientific expertise.
Law and Psychology
Prepare for legal practice and gain a deep understanding of human behaviours, actions and motivations.
A Universe of opportunity
Learn how to become a lawyer in WA
Curious about a career in law but uncertain about how to get there? This guide will tell you everything you need to know about becoming a lawyer in WA.
Key skills for today’s lawyers
Discover the essential skills required by today’s legal professionals and learn about the impact of emerging technologies on the legal industry.
An exciting future
A bright outlook
The typical annual salary for solicitor jobs in Australia is $110,000.
seek.com.au ‘Solicitor salary’ (2025)
A rewarding career
Judicial and Other legal professionals earn a median weekly pay of $2,708 – more than double the median weekly earnings for all occupations ($1,300).
jobsandskills.gov.au ‘Occupations’ (2025)
Jobs are on the rise
Jobs for legal professionals in Australia are expected to grow by 22.1% by 2034, which is well above the average growth projected for all occupations (13.7%).
jobsandskills.gov.au ‘Employment projections’ (2024)
Hear from our students
I had a passion for economics in high school, and a natural curiosity for law. At Curtin, I could study both subjects as a double degree – it was an opportunity too good to miss!
Austen Peters
I love the challenges that studying Law and Finance presents. The course is practical and empowering – it is equipping me to step into an incredible graduate position across a variety of industries and to make smarter decisions in my everyday life.
Giovanna Bongiono
This is the start of something big
I was really impressed by the calibre of my unit coordinators and tutors. Their strong industry connections meant we’d often have barristers and practising lawyers delivering lectures and running tutorials.
Richard Shaw
#1 for undergraduate employment
Of WA’s public universities, Curtin ranks first for undergraduate full-time employment outcomes.
I have the opportunity through my electives to complete the John Curtin Legal Clinic and Legal Internship unit. These transformative experiences give students direct access to experiences that illustrate what it is like to work as a lawyer across various professions all with the support of legal professionals.
Tasmin Cilliers
A world of possibility
Scholarships
Scholarships offer financial and academic support, connecting you with opportunities to help you thrive at university.
Entry pathways
Find out which pathway to studying at Curtin suits you: ATAR, portfolio, enabling programs and more.
Experience law in action
Learn in the heart of Perth’s legal precinct, with courtroom-style facilities that bring law to life.
Ready for the next step?
Discover how to apply, or explore the diverse range of courses Curtin has to offer.