I've always been interested in human rights, so I chose ECU for my law degree. The emphasis is definitely on law that makes a positive difference to society.

I was also attracted by the smaller class sizes. It makes all the difference when you are tackling the more challenging concepts of law!

But for me, the opportunity to get hands-on, practical experience with alternate dispute resolution and in the onsite community legal practice was more than I could resist. Not only is it exciting and engaging, it will put me in a better space to make a difference when I graduate.

Gabby Clarke
ECU Law student

School Leavers

Law & Justice

Just because you've got an interest in law or justice, you don't necessarily have to aim for a career in the courtroom. Your desire to make a difference in this world will service you well in a career in law, politics, the police force, business, social work or the growing area of dispute resolution.

ECU has the newest law school in Western Australia.

The Bachelor of Laws has a strong emphasis on social justice, dispute resolution, ethics and law reform. It balances theory with extensive practice to ensure you have all the skills you need when you graduate.

Case studies vs real cases

Case studies are an effective way to learn, but nothing can beat learning from real life.

Our Law students have the chance to gain practical legal experience at the Northern Suburbs Community Legal Centre on Joondalup Campus, assisting in legal research under the supervision of legal practitioners.

Love NCIS and CSI?

If you've ever imagined yourself in a scene from CSI or NCIS, perhaps you should consider a career in solving crimes? The Bachelor of Forensic Investigation differs from other forensic science courses because it combines applied science with relevant law and justice units.

Graduates will be able to collect, analyse and interpret forensic data and present that evidence in court.

Demand for law and order

Our Bachelor of Criminology and Justice prepares students for careers in law and order which account for about 10% of the state's public sector jobs.

Graduates are employed in justice, law enforcement, corrections, community protection, customs and security.

The Department of the Attorney General, the Department of Corrective Services and the West Australian Police are also employers of our Criminology and Justice graduates. Why wouldn't they be? They helped design the course!

Partnering with police

We have partnered with the WA Police to design a course to recruit future police officers. Graduates of the Policing course who meet the WA Police selection criteria are offered employment as a probationary constable. Plus the fact that you have studied at a tertiary level will help you fast track your policing career.