Shortage
High Shortage
50% of occupations
Australia · Business, Finance, Legal & Public Administration
Law & Legal Studies
Legal education, solicitor and barrister training, paralegal studies.
Salary range
A$120K–120K
Median A$119,500
2035 outlook
No data
Projection
PR signal
Moderate PR
Solicitor on CSOL. Australian legal qualification is highly regarded. PR pathway through 189/190 for experienced lawyers.
Credentials & pathway
Pathway type
Study Field
Duration
4–3 years
Qualifications
Bachelor (LLB) · Juris Doctor · Graduate Diploma
Education fields
Society and Culture
LLB (4 years) or JD (3 years for non-law graduates). Admission to the legal profession requires PLT (Practical Legal Training) after degree.
Where this leads
Providers & tuition
Cost benchmark — verify before applying
| Provider | Annual fee | Duration | QS |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Melbourne | A$48,000 | 4 yr | #13 |
| University of Sydney | A$52,000 | 4 yr | #18 |
| UNSW Sydney | A$48,000 | 4 yr | #19 |
| ANU | A$48,000 | 4 yr | #30 |
| Monash University | A$44,000 | 4 yr | #37 |
| University of Queensland | A$44,000 | 4 yr | #40 |
Data notice
Labour-market signals are derived from mapped occupations, not a guarantee. Verify fees, CRICOS registration, licensing and visa eligibility with the relevant provider and regulator.
JSA Occupation Shortage List 2025JSA Employment ProjectionsABS 6306.0 Employee EarningsCRICOS Course DataCost snapshot · CRICOS feesVerified 2026-07-18