WELCOME

So, you made it to QUT. You chose a law degree, and you now have several years of study ahead of you. Believe it or not, these years of study will be over in no time. While it will feel like your degree takes forever while you’re in the middle of the semester, contrary to popular belief, time flies regardless of whether you are having fun or not. Make sure your first year of law school is the best it can be with this QUTLS First Year Survival Guide that we have put together based on our own experiences from when we were in your shoes.

The Guide will help you transition into university, adjust to university life and give you enough tips and tricks about your QUT Law degree in order to help you survive the first year of law school and beyond! For starters, know that your university experience will be incredibly different to those you see on TV.

You want to go to uni on Friday? Go for it. You want classes in the evening? Sure. That sounds amazing, right? Freedom at last! When you need a break from study, you can pursue the many extracurricular events and activities offered at QUT. We have so many societies here that it’s almost criminal. We would also love to see you joining your fellow law students and coming to the many QUTLS events, competitions and activities that we host throughout the year. In this guide, we will cover many events created for first years to meet new people, learn new skills and get involved.

Interested in the art of courtroom battles and intrigue? Sign up for the QUTLS First Year Moot and QUTLS Negotiation Competition!

Do you feel shy about mooting but still want to get involved? Join the QUTLS Moot Club to learn the art of oral advocacy with like-minded people!

Do you just want to meet fellow first years in an environment other than a classroom or lecture hall? Tag along to the QUTLS First Year Social and Ping Pong Tournament!

Do you want to learn more about your law degree from someone who’s been in your shoes before? Sign up for the QUTLS First Year Mentor Program!

And don’t forget to connect with us during O-Week for the best start to your time as a law student!