If you want to join the legal or criminal justice profession, or become a notary, we can provide the knowledge, skills and professional recognition you'll need.
Gain the skills to take your career further. Study at short course, TAFE or degree level.
Bachelor degrees (undergraduate)
Bachelor of Criminal Justice and Psychological Studies
Duration
3 years
Campus
Footscray Park
Delivery mode
Hybrid, In Person
Prepare for a fascinating career in the justice system or community welfare, with VU's Bachelor of Criminal Justice and Psychological Studies.
Bachelor of Criminal Justice
Gain in-depth knowledge of our justice systems and a holistic approach to community justice with the Bachelor of Criminal Justice.
Duration
3 years
Campus
Footscray Park
Delivery mode
In Person
Bachelor of Criminology
Duration
3 years
Campus
City Queen
Delivery mode
In Person
Develop the legal and social understanding to solve real problems in the community with VU's Bachelor of Criminology.
Bachelor of Laws
Launch an exciting career in law and make a name for yourself in corporate, community or government legal sectors.
Duration
4 years
Campus
City Queen
Delivery mode
Block, Hybrid
Bachelor of Laws/ Bachelor of Criminology
Duration
4.5 years
Campus
City Queen
Delivery mode
Block, Hybrid, In Person, Online – Self Paced
Launch a career investigating and prosecuting crime, or defending the accused, with a law and criminology degree from VU.
Bachelor of Laws (Graduate Entry)
Build on your existing academic experience to move into the field of law with a Bachelor of Laws (Graduate Entry) at Victoria University.
Duration
3 years
Campus
City Queen
Delivery mode
In Person
Bachelor of Laws (Honours)
This Honours law degree prepares you for a range of careers in the legal community, corporate and community sectors, government and non-government organisations.
Duration
4 years
Campus
City Queen
Delivery mode
In Person
Bachelor of Laws (Honours)/Bachelor of Psychology (Honours)
This double degree provides students with the opportunity to combine studies in psychology with a qualification in law.
Duration
6 years
Campus
City Queen, Footscray Park
Delivery mode
Hybrid, In Person
Bachelor of Laws/Bachelor of Psychological Studies
This double degree combines studies in psychology with a qualification in law.
Duration
5 years
Campus
City Queen, Footscray Park
Delivery mode
Hybrid, In Person
Bachelor of Legal Services
Develop core knowledge of the principles and practices of legal services industry supported by studies in legal writing, interviewing, and legal research and compliance.
Duration
3 years
Campus
City Queen, Footscray Park
Delivery mode
In Person
TAFE certificates & diplomas
Advanced Diploma of Legal Practice
Campus
Footscray Nicholson
Take the next step in your career as a paraprofessional in the legal practice industry with an Advanced Diploma of Legal Practice at Victoria University Polytechnic.
Diploma of Legal Services
Gain the skills to assist lawyers representing clients on a variety of legal matters.
Duration
0.5 years
Campus
Footscray Nicholson
Delivery mode
Face to Face
Short courses
Course in Policing Recruitment Pathway
Duration
15 weeks
Campus
Footscray Park
The Course in Policing Recruitment Pathway is intended to support you in managing an extended law enforcement recruitment process.
Professional Course in Notarial Practice
Duration
17 weeks
Campus
City Queen
Gain the pre-eminent qualification for notaries in Australia and New Zealand with Victoria University's Professional Course in Notarial Practice.
Can't find your course?
Studying legal at VU
At Victoria University (VU), we want you to follow your passion and excel in the industry you've always dreamed of.
We're one of Australia's most industry-connected institutions, and are one of the top 2% of universities in the world.
You'll learn from leading industry professionals who combine theory with practice to prepare you for your career from day one.
Careers
Many of our graduates gain employment in the following roles:
- legal administrator
- lawyer
- notary
- legal practice management.
Colleges & schools
Our legal courses are delivered by various colleges and schools across different VU campuses.
