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December 2, 2024 | 09:29 pm
TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - People who aspire to a career in law may surely want to pursue a law degree from a prestigious institution. Recognized for their remarkable academic reputation in global research and networks, these five best law schools in Australia offer a promising path to success for those seeking comprehensive development in the field of law.
As highlighted by Times Higher Education and Find a Masters, here is an overview of the five best law schools in Australia.
Read on and prepare to shape your legal career with one of these five Australian law schools.
1. University of Melbourne
Established in 1857, Melbourne Law School is the number one university for law in Australia. The school is renowned for its vibrant and agile community that is supported by 90 world-class faculty and dedicated mentors. Not to mention, Melbourne Law School also owns one of the country’s finest law collections in its Law Library, providing students with priceless resources to deepen their legal knowledge.
Beyond its Melbourne Juris Doctor, Law Masters, and graduate research programs, Melbourne Law School is deeply committed to being actively involved in public engagement by hosting numerous events ranging from conferences to workshops. Through these initiatives, the school also encourages its students to take part in valuable opportunities that foster the development of their legal expertise and broaden their professional horizons.
With over 20,000 active alumni in more than 90 countries, Melbourne Law School has produced leaders in law firms, government, business, and the judiciary.
2. Australian National University
The Australian National University (ANU) College of Law is an innovative law school that goes beyond the teaching of legal knowledge to make a tangible impact on the real world through research and education. Its international experts and staff play a pivotal role in shaping future leaders in the legal profession through its diverse programs, including undergraduate, postgraduate, and research degrees.
Founded in 1960, the ANU College of Law is home to several renowned research centers, covering a wide range of fields such as international law, public law, social justice, military law, commercial law, and law, and the humanities.
3. UNSW Sydney
The Faculty of Law and Justice of the University of New South Wales or UNSW Sydney is an ever-evolving law faculty in Australia, with a strong legacy spanning 50 years. The school puts social justice and human rights a top priority among its focuses, establishing itself as a key global player in legal education.
The law school offers programs in undergraduate, postgraduate, and postgraduate research across its three schools, while also providing 11 research centers and institutes including the Australian Legal Information Institute (AustLII). To enrich its students’ academic experience, UNSW collaborates with more than 80 law schools across 40 countries.
4. University of Sydney
Founded in 1855, the University of Sydney Law School is dedicated to addressing real-world legal and social challenges by engaging its students' involvement in impactful research projects. With a global reputation, the school extends its offerings beyond traditional undergraduate and postgraduate programs by providing valuable exchange opportunities and pathways with prominent institutions like the University of Oxford and the University of Cambridge.
Bachelor of Laws (LLB) and Juris Doctor (JD) are just a few of the comprehensive degree options offered by the University of Sydney Law School. Much more than theories, the school also helps its students gain a deep understanding of real-world legal challenges by delivering two specialized clinics—the Public Interest Law Clinic and the Law and Social Justice Clinic.
5. Monash University
Ranked among the best law schools in Australia, Monash University’s Faculty of Law has been dedicated to pioneering discovery and fostering collaboration in the legal field for over 60 years. Offering a wide range of programs from undergraduate to Law Master, the faculty is at the forefront of areas such as animal law and media law. This commitment is further supported by more than seven specialized research centers and groups that drive its academic and practical endeavors in these dynamic legal fields.
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