I am a 52 year old graduate having finished the JD at RMIT this year. I was an Intensive Care Nurse for 32 years and always wanted to do Law. I found that a lot of fellow class mates were older having done previous studies and working in various areas. Like me, there were teachers, Doctors, Nurses, policy workers, the list was wide. I agree the JD was very challenging with the amount of work and study. I was working as a Paralegal/Practice Manager at a rather busy legal firm and studying was a huge ask. Was it hard? Yes, but no. The study load and the amount of work required was heavy. I had no life for 4 years. It was a constant cycle of assignments and exams. Was the JD worth it? Yes. We employ Law Students as assistants and they are all under grads. The level of knowledge we got in the JD was well and truly above what the under grads get.
Thank you for making this video! Your voice is so charming! 😘 How many reading do you need to do every week? I'm going to do Jd there next week and I'm super worried.
Thank you for watching! I hope your first few weeks have been great. There are a lot of readings as you would have discovered but truthfully I don’t really know anyone who got through all of them. You have to be selective and prioritize. With cases I would read the milestone ones and the rest have notes. Good luck!
If I'm aiming for scholarship, is it better to do an LLB or a JD in Aus? I was thinking that if I do JD, I'd do an undergraduate in Global Studies and then do a JD, it'll be easier to get financial aid. What do you think? My ultimate goal is to get into policy analysis or legal advisors in NGOs.
Hi, COVID did not impact my studies - only impacted the way I graduated (basically it was online so not much fun!) I do know (from some friends who study at USYD currently) that studies were all moved online in stages and then some classes came back to in person.
I am studying an LLB Honours at uni here in NZ as I maintained an A- average and my law degree is 4 years. A lot of the JD program is very similar and most of the papers are the same as the LLB Honours degree. Thats why there is no need for me to have a JD. Any law degree is is tough but manageable. My last year of my LLB Honours is 2024 and graduation will be in 2024 end.
I am 42 and a single parent and I am currently working as a career advisor. I am looking to change careers and thinking about studying on line. what are you thoughts and advice on this? I cant stop working, as I have young children I also need to support. what university would a recommendation? Thank you
Hey Julia, Love your video, thanks for sharing the knowledge and experience, I am based in NZ, and JD courses are normally online and block courses combination, so is it feasible to fly to OZ to attend the class if needed? Sounds a bit of challenging, but is it achievable? Also the important question is after completing the course, is it same as LLB students to gain registration as a qualified solicitor at all? Cheers Steven
Hi Steven, I think with the pandemic it was possible to do classes online and live in another place. I know someone for example who lives in Dubai and finished her courses at USYD online (had to wake up at night though, but doable). I did hear that in the next year all classes will resume in person so it is a bit of a risky strategy to rely on the online only situation. You could ask the faculty at the law school you want to go to what their policy is on that. Yes, the JD is the same as LLB once completed.
I want to study JD in Australia as an international student. Can you do a quick overview regarding the tuition fees for various law schools there? I'd be very glad, thanks!
Depends on what university If u look at for an international student for JD Juris Doctor 45,000-55,000 plus 5% in crease each year of ur tuition fees. At Sydney JD is 52,200+5% increase each year total years of study 3 years and all together $165,000 around that for 3 years of ur JD. Idk about other universities JD should be 3 years fees all together probably 165,000-200,000k at Least
Hi Julia! your videos are really insightful , I had a question regarding qualifying to practice as a lawyer in Australia, if one gets a grad job in NSW completing the PLT is one qualified to practice in another territory or state?
Hi Shreya, once you are admitted to practice (ie after you've done your PLT) my understanding is you can practice in any state. There may be something you have to do to add yourself as a solicitor on the roll of the Supreme Court of that state, but absolutely nothing prohibiting you from practicing since you are admitted in a court. I got admitted in the Supreme Court of NSW and then applied to be admitted in the High Court of Australia as well. At our firm we even had lawyers come over from NZ and then had to just register in the Supreme Court. That was it!
Hey, with the JD degree are you able to be called a Dr. afterwards like a PHD student? Also was it difficult to get accepted into? Completed a BSc and now doing my Masters in Health Science but thinking of switching career paths. Also how many hours a week were you on campus? thank you!
Hi Ruby, no you cannot have the Dr title once you complete the JD. I was told the process to get into the University of Sydney where I studied was competitive so I applied to a few other universities in Sydney as well. I got accepted into all of them so I chose Sydney. The hours on campus varied with each semester, as it depends on the timetables of your classes. For the first 2 years of the JD however be prepared to be on campus every day from 9 am to about 5 pm or even later if you have tutorials and study groups.
i am deciding between melbourn and sydney, could you tell me if i study medicie which city i should study in, and after graduation which city is easy to offer internship for international students? Tks you so much!!
Hi Blake, I was balancing part time work, especially in my 2nd year. The JD Is an intense degree and your life can become all about study and work for about 2 years. In my 3rd year it was easier as it was mostly electives and I got to go on an exchange!
I am currently a construction project manager and I completed a degree in construction management. I am currently looking to further my career with a postgraduate degree like a JD which I feel will give me an edge in the management of contracts and making more well informed decisions. Would this post grad be overkill for what I am trying to achieve?
Hi Dave, a Juris Doctor is good if you're changing careers into law (from personal experience), other professions include consulting, politics, government jobs specifically in policy, legal advisor work, certain strategy. If you are looking at the management of contracts specifically (this is jut my opinion so please seek some further advice) I would think it is better to complete something like a master of law. You don't need to have an undergraduate law degree to do a master and the timeframes range from 1-2 years (part time from what I understand). You could probably achieve what you need in terms of qualification with a master of law - it will probably be more cost efficient and time efficient. The JD is a bit full on if you're not doing a complete overhaul of your career. That would be my opinion.
Hi, I really have a low gpa (2.80-2.90 gpa) and I'm wondering if I can still apply for Juris Doctor in University of Sydney as an international student. Is there still hope if I aced my LSAT score? Also does doing volunteering or work experience can help me get admitted by university of sydney?
Yes you should able to get a job with an Undergraduate degree in LLB in Australia. If you are to move to a another country to do law most countries require JD degree for law
Hi, is there a way to complete a law degree right away in Australia after their A level rather than taking a undergraduate degree (in any field) then that the JD which typically takes 6 years?
Hi! Yes it’s possible - instead of doing the Juris Doctor you can complete an LLB which is a law degree with another degree such as a Bachelor of Arts or Commerce ( you pick) and this takes 5-6 years.
Law is difficult indeed undergraduate degree in LLB is difficult but JD also known as Postgraduate is very hard like a big Huge step JD degree is Intensive
I'm an international student and from a computer degree background.Will there be any complications or any chance of Australian visa rejection while applying for JD?
Hi Eira, unfortunately I cannot help with this question as it is a very specific visa issue you will have to check with immigration and the student administration department at the university you're applying to.
Hi niruta I am also planning to do law degree from Australia I have done research on law degree. You can do law degree from many universities like Victoria university Melbourne University of New England and many more as you can wish Fee cost is more high compared to other courses. I have found 28k$per yearly the one and only cheapest university University of New England in Australia(Sydney) and another is Victoria University (Melbourne) Are you a law student?
I don't know anyone personally who did a JD at ANU, however I do know a few undergraduates who have come from ANU. ANU is a great school and very reputable.
I think it depends on the university. Some unis require you to take the LSAT and some don’t. For example i believe Melb Uni requires the LSAT but Monash does not.
Aslamoalikum This is Irfan khan from Pakistan i have done my law graduate degree in 2020 from Pakistan and now i wana further study in law field Master in law and master in criminology after getting these degree can i practice as a Lawyer in australia in any law firm ??
I dont believe that doing a master will let you be admitted in Australia. It might have to be a re-qualification of your original law degree. For example, I have met students who obtained law degrees overseas and they were doing a JD (shorter version) to qualify in Australia.
Melbourne or Sydney or other universe. Fee for international Student for Juris Doctor (JD) Fees are between 45,000-55,000 for international students plus fees do increase 5% each year or less. Domestic students fees are way cheaper but only way if ur are a domestic student is. Australian permanent resident or Australia citizen or Humanitarian Australian citizen
Study in Australia isn’t easy But hard International fees are very expensive. For LLB it is at least 45K-58,000K you can only work 20 hours per week or 40 hours a fornite/40 hours every 2 weeks. Pay in Australia as an international student $18-27 or $700 per week It’s next to impossible to pay your tution fees you could pay for 1 semester but when it comes to 2 one you can’t. Plus you must follow the visa statement as well. Edit: your fees increase each year by 5% less or no more than 5%
@@ywgwgdhhdhshehe9186 Study in Australia isn’t easy But hard International fees are very expensive. For LLB it is at least 45K-58,000K you can only work 20 hours per week or 40 hours a fornite/40 hours every 2 weeks. Pay in Australia as an international student $18-27 or $700 per week It’s next to impossible to pay your tution fees you could pay for 1 semester but when it comes to 2 one you can’t. Plus you must follow the visa statement as well Edit: your fees increase by 5% each year no more than 5%
Hi! Thanks for your message. A JD is a 3 year law degree you can obtain after your bachelors or another degree. An LLM is a master of law - this in itself is not a law degree. If you want to become a lawyer (any kind of lawyer), you will need to get either an LLB or a JD.
@@JuliaKimMurphy Hello, I have graduated from law school in Northern Cyprus and I am working as a lawyer in Turkey currently. (Here the legal system is Civil Law, not common law system) I wanna ask how can i be a lawyer in Australia should ı start with llb or jd is enough for me to start as a lawyer there ? could you share your information about this with me please
Hi sisy.. hope you are doing well. I am lawyer from Sri Lanka (LL.B hons degree holder)and practicing for 2 years. Would you recommend a JD or an LLM in Australia?
Hi, if you want to practice law in Australia you will most likely have to graduate with a JD - some of your LLB degree courses may count towards some subjects so it may mean your degree is shorter. Please check with the relevant university however. Good luck!
how difficult is it to get high distinction as compared to school? for example, is it extremely difficult for someone graduating with an atar of 99.0 and/or top of law and history in school to do well? or is everything marked differently. thanks.
It really depends on the subject, your level of understanding and often the subjectivity of the market. It was relatively challenging to receive a HD at the university of Sydney because of bell curving. I heard that at other universities it is not as difficult.
@@JuliaKimMurphy Thanks. I am going to UWA, in the group of 8 and it's the best law school, at least in WA. I've heard that a High Distinction at a university like Notre Dame (WA) can be considered equivalent to a distinction or even credit at UWA, so that confirms what I thought a bit (different difficulties // bell curve ranks), thanks! Did you find that in terms of pure marks, not a bell curve, that it was marked in a similar way to high school? (70 decent but possibly disappointing, 80 good, 85 very good, 90+ almost unattainable).
I am a 52 year old graduate having finished the JD at RMIT this year. I was an Intensive Care Nurse for 32 years and always wanted to do Law. I found that a lot of fellow class mates were older having done previous studies and working in various areas. Like me, there were teachers, Doctors, Nurses, policy workers, the list was wide. I agree the JD was very challenging with the amount of work and study. I was working as a Paralegal/Practice Manager at a rather busy legal firm and studying was a huge ask. Was it hard? Yes, but no. The study load and the amount of work required was heavy. I had no life for 4 years. It was a constant cycle of assignments and exams. Was the JD worth it? Yes. We employ Law Students as assistants and they are all under grads. The level of knowledge we got in the JD was well and truly above what the under grads get.
I admire the fact you graduated at 52! I absolutely agree that the JD is a lot of hard work but it is definitely worth it!
Thank you for making this video! Your voice is so charming! 😘
How many reading do you need to do every week? I'm going to do Jd there next week and I'm super worried.
Thank you for watching! I hope your first few weeks have been great. There are a lot of readings as you would have discovered but truthfully I don’t really know anyone who got through all of them. You have to be selective and prioritize. With cases I would read the milestone ones and the rest have notes. Good luck!
If I'm aiming for scholarship, is it better to do an LLB or a JD in Aus? I was thinking that if I do JD, I'd do an undergraduate in Global Studies and then do a JD, it'll be easier to get financial aid. What do you think? My ultimate goal is to get into policy analysis or legal advisors in NGOs.
Did COVID impact your studies at all? If yes, could you explain how? Thanks so much. Loved your video.
Hi, COVID did not impact my studies - only impacted the way I graduated (basically it was online so not much fun!) I do know (from some friends who study at USYD currently) that studies were all moved online in stages and then some classes came back to in person.
I am studying an LLB Honours at uni here in NZ as I maintained an A- average and my law degree is 4 years. A lot of the JD program is very similar and most of the papers are the same as the LLB Honours degree. Thats why there is no need for me to have a JD. Any law degree is is tough but manageable. My last year of my LLB Honours is 2024 and graduation will be in 2024 end.
I am 42 and a single parent and I am currently working as a career advisor. I am looking to change careers and thinking about studying on line. what are you thoughts and advice on this? I cant stop working, as I have young children I also need to support. what university would a recommendation? Thank you
I am 40 and will be starting JD first sem next year. A bit nervous but will work hard to finish the degree.
Hey Julia,
Love your video, thanks for sharing the knowledge and experience, I am based in NZ, and JD courses are normally online and block courses combination, so is it feasible to fly to OZ to attend the class if needed? Sounds a bit of challenging, but is it achievable? Also the important question is after completing the course, is it same as LLB students to gain registration as a qualified solicitor at all?
Cheers
Steven
Hi Steven, I think with the pandemic it was possible to do classes online and live in another place. I know someone for example who lives in Dubai and finished her courses at USYD online (had to wake up at night though, but doable). I did hear that in the next year all classes will resume in person so it is a bit of a risky strategy to rely on the online only situation. You could ask the faculty at the law school you want to go to what their policy is on that. Yes, the JD is the same as LLB once completed.
@@JuliaKimMurphy appreciated it Julia
Great video!
Thank you!
I want to study JD in Australia as an international student. Can you do a quick overview regarding the tuition fees for various law schools there? I'd be very glad, thanks!
Depends on what university If u look at for an international student for JD Juris Doctor 45,000-55,000 plus 5% in crease each year of ur tuition fees.
At Sydney JD is 52,200+5% increase each year total years of study 3 years and all together $165,000 around that for 3 years of ur JD.
Idk about other universities JD should be 3 years fees all together probably 165,000-200,000k at Least
Hi Julia! your videos are really insightful , I had a question regarding qualifying to practice as a lawyer in Australia, if one gets a grad job in NSW completing the PLT is one qualified to practice in another territory or state?
Hi Shreya, once you are admitted to practice (ie after you've done your PLT) my understanding is you can practice in any state. There may be something you have to do to add yourself as a solicitor on the roll of the Supreme Court of that state, but absolutely nothing prohibiting you from practicing since you are admitted in a court. I got admitted in the Supreme Court of NSW and then applied to be admitted in the High Court of Australia as well. At our firm we even had lawyers come over from NZ and then had to just register in the Supreme Court. That was it!
Is JD at unimelb a similar difficulty to usyd?
Hello. DId you have to complete the LSAT for JD admission?
Hey, with the JD degree are you able to be called a Dr. afterwards like a PHD student? Also was it difficult to get accepted into? Completed a BSc and now doing my Masters in Health Science but thinking of switching career paths. Also how many hours a week were you on campus? thank you!
Hi Ruby, no you cannot have the Dr title once you complete the JD. I was told the process to get into the University of Sydney where I studied was competitive so I applied to a few other universities in Sydney as well. I got accepted into all of them so I chose Sydney. The hours on campus varied with each semester, as it depends on the timetables of your classes. For the first 2 years of the JD however be prepared to be on campus every day from 9 am to about 5 pm or even later if you have tutorials and study groups.
M from India how get admission on pte score
i am deciding between melbourn and sydney, could you tell me if i study medicie which city i should study in, and after graduation which city is easy to offer internship for international students? Tks you so much!!
Hi, I can't comment on medicine because I did a law degree. It may be best to reach out to the specific universities directly.
Hi Julia, Were you balancing work whilst studying, and if so, how did you manage?
Hi Blake, I was balancing part time work, especially in my 2nd year. The JD Is an intense degree and your life can become all about study and work for about 2 years. In my 3rd year it was easier as it was mostly electives and I got to go on an exchange!
I am currently a construction project manager and I completed a degree in construction management. I am currently looking to further my career with a postgraduate degree like a JD which I feel will give me an edge in the management of contracts and making more well informed decisions. Would this post grad be overkill for what I am trying to achieve?
Hi Dave, a Juris Doctor is good if you're changing careers into law (from personal experience), other professions include consulting, politics, government jobs specifically in policy, legal advisor work, certain strategy. If you are looking at the management of contracts specifically (this is jut my opinion so please seek some further advice) I would think it is better to complete something like a master of law. You don't need to have an undergraduate law degree to do a master and the timeframes range from 1-2 years (part time from what I understand). You could probably achieve what you need in terms of qualification with a master of law - it will probably be more cost efficient and time efficient. The JD is a bit full on if you're not doing a complete overhaul of your career. That would be my opinion.
Hi, I really have a low gpa (2.80-2.90 gpa) and I'm wondering if I can still apply for Juris Doctor in University of Sydney as an international student. Is there still hope if I aced my LSAT score? Also does doing volunteering or work experience can help me get admitted by university of sydney?
Hi, do you know if I can submit my master’s transcript if I have a MA degree? Or should I submit BA transcript or both?
If i do llb from Australia then after completing my degree can i get job in Australia
Yes you should able to get a job with an Undergraduate degree in LLB in Australia. If you are to move to a another country to do law most countries require JD degree for law
Hi, is there a way to complete a law degree right away in Australia after their A level rather than taking a undergraduate degree (in any field) then that the JD which typically takes 6 years?
Hi! Yes it’s possible - instead of doing the Juris Doctor you can complete an LLB which is a law degree with another degree such as a Bachelor of Arts or Commerce ( you pick) and this takes 5-6 years.
Hei, Is law difficult? How about the JD degree?
Law is difficult indeed undergraduate degree in LLB is difficult but JD also known as Postgraduate is very hard like a big Huge step JD degree is Intensive
Best university for studing JD in Australia mam ?
Either go for University of Sydney or Melbourne or other universities
I'm an international student and from a computer degree background.Will there be any complications or any chance of Australian visa rejection while applying for JD?
Hi Eira, unfortunately I cannot help with this question as it is a very specific visa issue you will have to check with immigration and the student administration department at the university you're applying to.
@@JuliaKimMurphy Thank you for your reply 😊😊😊 I'll check with the university.
Hii, is there heavy memorising to do as part of ur study for the JD degree..??
with the closed book exams you have to memorise cases.
Respect
Hi. I finished my LLB under University of London, therefore it is a UK qualification. Therefore, do I need to do a JD? Or can I just study LLM?
I recommend you to go for JD or bar school
yearly cost for law graduate in university of sydney
Hi niruta I am also planning to do law degree from Australia
I have done research on law degree.
You can do law degree from many universities like Victoria university Melbourne
University of New England and many more as you can wish
Fee cost is more high compared to other courses.
I have found 28k$per yearly the one and only cheapest university University of New England in Australia(Sydney) and another is Victoria University (Melbourne)
Are you a law student?
@@ywgwgdhhdhshehe9186 depends on what university and the fee they apply to there course
Hello NISHA
Adv. Jitendra Chapagain from India.
I wanted to know whether u have joined fir JD in Australia.?
do you know anyone who are doing JD in ANU ? how was the JD in Sydney Uni compare with the others ?
I don't know anyone personally who did a JD at ANU, however I do know a few undergraduates who have come from ANU. ANU is a great school and very reputable.
Hey do we have to give any law exam before joining JD
I think it depends on the university. Some unis require you to take the LSAT and some don’t. For example i believe Melb Uni requires the LSAT but Monash does not.
Aslamoalikum
This is Irfan khan from Pakistan i have done my law graduate degree in 2020 from Pakistan and now i wana further study in law field
Master in law and master in criminology after getting these degree can i practice as a Lawyer in australia in any law firm ??
I dont believe that doing a master will let you be admitted in Australia. It might have to be a re-qualification of your original law degree. For example, I have met students who obtained law degrees overseas and they were doing a JD (shorter version) to qualify in Australia.
@@JuliaKimMurphy can you breif more about shorter version of JD.
IS IT FOR 3 YEARS OR LESS Depending UPON THEIR LPAB ASSESSMENT?
@@spreddy89 I am looking for the answers either. Did you find out the answer???
Which university is best for llb and also please mention the fee of universities
Melbourne or Sydney or other universe. Fee for international Student for Juris Doctor (JD)
Fees are between 45,000-55,000 for international students plus fees do increase 5% each year or less. Domestic students fees are way cheaper but only way if ur are a domestic student is.
Australian permanent resident or Australia citizen or Humanitarian Australian citizen
Can I do jd after my graduation without masters in Australia
No need to do a masters
Can I take the bar exams after I study JD in Australia?
If you want to become a barrister, yes you can.
i want to do a jd program what jobs i can get with this degree
Thank your for your comment, please see my other videos relating to law jobs
Is there easier to graduate in law in australia by self earning in australia ... Can we balance time for education and work . How costy is it
I am also from Nepal. If you are planning to study law in Australia. Can we be friends?
Study in Australia isn’t easy But hard International fees are very expensive. For LLB it is at least 45K-58,000K you can only work 20 hours per week or 40 hours a fornite/40 hours every 2 weeks. Pay in Australia as an international student $18-27 or $700 per week
It’s next to impossible to pay your tution fees you could pay for 1 semester but when it comes to 2 one you can’t.
Plus you must follow the visa statement as well.
Edit: your fees increase each year by 5% less or no more than 5%
@@ywgwgdhhdhshehe9186 Study in Australia isn’t easy But hard International fees are very expensive. For LLB it is at least 45K-58,000K you can only work 20 hours per week or 40 hours a fornite/40 hours every 2 weeks. Pay in Australia as an international student $18-27 or $700 per week
It’s next to impossible to pay your tution fees you could pay for 1 semester but when it comes to 2 one you can’t.
Plus you must follow the visa statement as well
Edit: your fees increase by 5% each year no more than 5%
@@ywgwgdhhdhshehe9186 hii
Hello ! Would you reccomend a JD or an LLM in Australia? To be a human rights lawyer?
Hi! Thanks for your message. A JD is a 3 year law degree you can obtain after your bachelors or another degree. An LLM is a master of law - this in itself is not a law degree. If you want to become a lawyer (any kind of lawyer), you will need to get either an LLB or a JD.
@@JuliaKimMurphy Hello, I have graduated from law school in Northern Cyprus and I am working as a lawyer in Turkey currently. (Here the legal system is Civil Law, not common law system) I wanna ask how can i be a lawyer in Australia should ı start with llb or jd is enough for me to start as a lawyer there ? could you share your information about this with me please
Hi sisy.. hope you are doing well.
I am lawyer from Sri Lanka (LL.B hons degree holder)and practicing for 2 years.
Would you recommend a JD or an LLM in Australia?
Hi, if you want to practice law in Australia you will most likely have to graduate with a JD - some of your LLB degree courses may count towards some subjects so it may mean your degree is shorter. Please check with the relevant university however. Good luck!
how difficult is it to get high distinction as compared to school? for example, is it extremely difficult for someone graduating with an atar of 99.0 and/or top of law and history in school to do well? or is everything marked differently. thanks.
It really depends on the subject, your level of understanding and often the subjectivity of the market. It was relatively challenging to receive a HD at the university of Sydney because of bell curving. I heard that at other universities it is not as difficult.
@@JuliaKimMurphy Thanks. I am going to UWA, in the group of 8 and it's the best law school, at least in WA. I've heard that a High Distinction at a university like Notre Dame (WA) can be considered equivalent to a distinction or even credit at UWA, so that confirms what I thought a bit (different difficulties // bell curve ranks), thanks! Did you find that in terms of pure marks, not a bell curve, that it was marked in a similar way to high school? (70 decent but possibly disappointing, 80 good, 85 very good, 90+ almost unattainable).
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