If a student is coming from a non-law professional background and is looking to advance their career in the legal field, the Graduate Entry Law degree at Griffith offers them the opportunity to leverage their existing expertise while gaining the legal knowledge and skills needed to thrive in today's complex, globalised world.
Ranked No. 1 for law in Queensland, Griffith doesn't just prepare the students to be a lawyer - we prepare then to be a leader who can drive change.
Whether they are looking to move into a legal role within their current industry or transition into a new career, Griffith Law School provides the knowledge, skills, and connections to make your goals a reality.
Why choose Griffith's graduate entry law program:
- Harness your existing expertise and apply their specialist knowledge to the practice of law, especially in areas like corporate law, intellectual property, environmental law, or healthcare law.
- Gain access to tailored career development opportunities, including mentoring, industry internships, and networking with top legal professionals and organisations. Engage with real clients and cases through the Griffith Legal Clinic program and make valuable industry connections that fast-track their career.
- Develop a deep understanding of core legal principles, from criminal law and contracts to constitutional law and torts. Our curriculum connects law to broader societal issues, including ethics, Indigenous rights, and international perspectives.
- Learn how to think critically, solve problems, and communicate effectively through research, writing, oral advocacy, and legal analysis. These are transferable skills that can benefit them in any legal career.
- Benefit from the expertise of practicing legal educators, judges in residence, and industry leaders who will guide them in shaping their legal career
