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School of Law

Our students experience a supportive and vibrant environment, and learn to expand their world view.

The School of Law offers students a setting rich in history and diversity.

We ensure that our graduates satisfy the requirements for legal practice and that they view the law not only as an end in itself but also as a vehicle for making society fairer in Tasmania, Australia and globally.

We have a strong research focus on environmental and Antarctic Law, human rights and criminology. In addition, the Law School houses the Centre for Law and Genetics as well as the Tasmania Law Reform Institute.

Graduates from the School have pursued a wide variety of careers encompassing all forms of legal practice, as well as engaging in business, industry, government, politics strategy, journalism, Law reform, publishing and academia. We’ve also produced many governors and premiers of Tasmania.

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Review of the Coroners Act

The Tasmania Law Reform Institute (TLRI) has been asked by the Attorney-General to review the Coroners Act 1995 (Tas) and relates rules, procedures and practices of the Magistrates Court (Coronial Division)

Feedback from people who have interacted with the coronial system will help to inform what amendments might be made to the legislation. You can share your views in a survey, in an in-person consultation or through a voicemail recording and you have until the 25 September 2026 to make a submission.

“Coroners play important role for grieving loved ones and in advocating for change.”

To participate, visit the consultation page to find out the different ways you can contribute.

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Experience

For over 125 years, Australia’s fourth-oldest Law School has built an enviable reputation of distinction in teaching and research, with its boutique size and personalised focus.

Careers

After successfully completing the Bachelor of Laws, students can apply for the six-month Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice and be admitted to legal practice.

Connections

As Tasmania’s only tertiary educator in law, we are closely connected to the State’s legal profession, legal institutions and judiciary. Joining one of the world’s leading Law programs will set you up for the legal profession globally.

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Our research

Law, crime and justice lie at the heart of many of the complex challenges of our time. Our researchers have a deep commitment to social and criminal justice exemplified by the work of the Tasmania Law Reform Institute.

Individual staff also specialise in contemporary legal research areas including Law and Genetics; Environmental, Antarctic, Marine and Climate Law; and Rights in International and Public Law (RIPL).

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Location

Sandy Bay campus
School of Law
Grosvenor Crescent
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Postal address

University of Tasmania
School of Law
PO Box 844
SANDY BAY TAS 7006