Doctor of Juridical Science
Course Overview
The Doctor of Juridical Science is a special opportunity to gain distinguished professional recognition for high quality research. With both a coursework and thesis component, this professional doctorate recognises a distinguished original contribution to professional knowledge. It is a platform for achieving publication of the research outputs and can re-launch your professional career or fulfil a personal yearning for scholarly satisfaction This Doctoral program is designed for law graduates with relevant experience. It involves completion of a combination of coursework units and a 50,000 to 60,000 word thesis. Prior to being admitted to candidature an applicant may be required by the Governing Board to undertake any of the following: (a) complete such courses, lectures, seminars and other work as may be directed; (b) complete such research preparation as directed and provide particulars of the progress and results of the research as requested; or (3) pass an examination approved by the Board. For further information visit the UWA Handbook web page.
