Graduate Diploma of Laws
With a history spanning over 60 years, Monash Law has established itself as a leader in the field, consistently ranked among the top law schools globally. While a Bachelor of Laws will get your foot in the door of the Australian legal system, a Graduate Diploma in Law from Monash will help you differentiate yourself.
The Graduate Diploma of Law is ideal for law graduates looking to acquire further legal expertise, add value to their workplace and hone their legal knowledge. The postgraduate diploma also enables graduates of other disciplines to develop the necessary skills for legal practice in Australia. Learn to analyse contemporary legal issues from both international and local perspectives, allowing you to apply your skills in diverse locations and environments.
If you are looking for a graduate pathway into the study of law, there is no better next step than a Graduate Diploma in Law from Monash.
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A Graduate Diploma Law degree is a chance to build on your existing experience while delving into new areas of law aligned with your interests and professional needs. Choose from the full range of Monash Law's postgraduate program, allowing you to analyse contemporary legal issues from both international and local perspectives.
In this flexible and customisable course, you can explore areas of law as diverse as commercial and corporate law; criminal law and forensics; dispute resolution or global society and human rights. You will investigate contemporary issues in law, practice and scholarship and evaluate complex legal issues through theoretical, global and interdisciplinary frameworks.
While the Graduate Diploma in Law normally comprises eight coursework units, applicants holding an undergraduate degree may be given credit for up to four units for recognised work experience or prior learning.
Multidisciplinary studies will help lay the groundwork for a career in areas like health law, criminal law or cybersecurity. The Graduate Diploma of Law can also be a stepping stone into advanced pathways including Masters, PhD or other research/doctoral studies.
Campus Information
Law Chambers
Located at 555 Lonsdale Street, the city campus sits near the bustling intersection of Lonsdale and William Streets, home to the Supreme Court of Victoria, County Court of Victoria and Melbourne Magistrates' Court. It is nestled between Owen Dixon Chambers and the Office of Public Prosecutions Victoria and is a short stroll to the Commonwealth Law Courts and the Children's Court of Victoria. ?The Facility provides substantial space for both staff & students with high quality teaching facilities and quiet study areas. Student amenities include a library node, a multi-purpose lounge and a kitchen, all conducive to creative and independent learning.
Intakes
- Feb
- July
Application Processing Time in Days: 15
Minimum English Language Requirements
English Level Description | IELTS (1.0 -9.0) | TOEFL IBT (0-120) | TOEFL CBT (0-300) | PTE (10-90) | |
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Expert | 9 | 120 | 297-300 | 86-90 | |
Very Good | 8.5 | 115-119 | 280-293 | 83-86 | |
Very Good | 8 | 110-114 | 270-280 | 79-83 | |
Good | 7.5 | 102-109 | 253-267 | 73-79 | |
Good | 7 | 94-101 | 240-253 | 65-73 | |
Competent | 6.5 | 79-93 | 213-233 | 58-65 | |
Competent | 6 | 60-78 | 170-210 | 50-58 | |
Modest | 5.5 | 46-59 | 133-210 | 43-50 | |
Modest | 5 | 35-45 | 107-133 | 36-43 | |
Limited | 4 | 32-34 | 97-103 | 30-36 | |
Extremely Limited | < 4 | < 31 | < 93 | < 30 |
PSW Opportunity
- Not Eligible for PSW
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
- An Australian undergraduate degree (or equivalent) in a cognate field in their chosen research area of study with a distinction grade (70%) average or above in 24 points of studies in the relevant discipline units at level three.
- Course Code: 104770D
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Post Graduate Diploma or Certificate
- Duration: 01 Year
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Total Tuition Fee:
51500 AUD
Annual Cost of Living: 24505 AUD
Application Fee: 100 AUD
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