JCU: James Cook University

Future Students
Current Students
Research and Teaching
Partners and Community
We are here to help - Get in touch
To speak with a course advisor, call 1800 246 446

Do you have a passion for law?

JCU is proud to present our upcoming Legal Studies Conference. This year's theme will focus on ‘Human Rights: Legal Perspectives’ and will cover a range of topics that are highly relevant to the QCAA Legal Studies Syllabus.

2025 Legal Studies Conference

The conference will delve into legal concepts, principles and contemporary issues with the focus of the intersection with Human Rights. Guest presenter topics across the two conferences will include the Judiciary, Criminal Law, International Law, First Nations Right to Self Determination and more. The conference will also feature a Panel Discussion on Youth Justice, focussed on the Human Rights aspects to youth detention and the age of criminal responsibility. Attendance at this conference is now open to all students in Years 9 -12, regardless of whether they are studying legal studies.

DOWNLOAD TOWNSVILLE PROGRAM

DOWNLOAD CAIRNS PROGRAM

When and Where:

DATE: Thursday 12 June 2025
LOCATION: JCU Townsville, Bebegu Yumba campus, Douglas | Sir George Kneipp Auditorium, Building 26, Room 2.

DATE: Thursday 19 June 2025
LOCATION: JCU Cairns, Nguma-bada campus, Smithfield | Building D3, Room 54.

↓ All students must register their details below to attend

What you will experience

#1

A day of engaging with high profile speakers and Academics within the Legal profession.

#2

Opportunities to discover new areas of law that may fuel your passion for your career and beyond.

#3

Participate in a unique university experience and interactive team-building activities

#4

Represent your school and leave with a richer understanding of our legal system.

Register your details below

All Legal Studies Conference attendees will need media consent from a parent or guardian as below

First Name*

Last Name*

Email Address*

Postcode*

Contact Telephone*

School*

Which grade are you in?*

Study area of interest*

Which location will you be attending:*

JCU Townsville, Bebegu Yumba campus, Douglas

JCU Cairns, Nguma-bada campus, Smithfield

Do you identify as one or more of the following:

Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander

Non-English speaking background

Medical conditions e.g. life-threatening allergic reactions, heart conditions, etc.

Dietary requirements

Please specify:

I give permission for my child to be photographed and/or filmed at the event by JCU (tick to agree)

Images and footage captured at the event may be used on the JCU website, social media platforms and in school newsletters

Parent or Guardian First Name*

Parent or Guardian Last Name*

Parent or Guardian Email*

Privacy Statement

If you would like to find out more, email us at hello@jcu.edu.au

Interested in Business, law and Finance?

• Browse our study area page

• Need advice, get in touch

Ready today for tomorrow