Are you considering post-graduate legal studies? The Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice is for aspiring lawyers, solicitors, and barristers who already hold a bachelor degree in law. Studying the Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice will develop your professional skills in negotiation, drafting and ethics. You’ll also gain a working knowledge of civil litigation, property, and commerce law. Choose specialisations in wills and estates, family law practice, environment and planning, consumer law, employment and industrial relations, criminal law, banking and finance. Enquire now for admissions criteria, the full list of specialisations, and universities that offer the Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice.
Entry requirements for the Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice vary depending on the institution but generally include completion of Year 12 with a minimum ATAR, VET pathway courses or prior experience.
If you don't meet the standard entry criteria, enquire with a course provider to discuss alternative entry pathways.
Course fees vary depending on the course provider.
The Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice will prepare you for the following roles.
A Lawyer is hired to represent a client in a range of legal proceedings. You might provide legal advice and prepare cases being heard in court. Law...
A Litigation Lawyer, or Litigator, acts on behalf of a client during legal action. You might gather information to prepare for court cases and appe...
A Taxation Lawyer advises clients on various aspects of tax law and ensures compliance with tax regulations. You might work in a law firm, a corpor...
An International Lawyer provides legal services on cross-border issues involving multiple jurisdictions. You might work for multinational corporati...
A Criminal Defence Lawyer represents individuals or organisations charged with criminal offences. You might work in a law firm, public defender’s o...
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