The University of Melbourne
Graduate Diploma in Law
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationThe Graduate Diploma in Laws (GDipLaw) allows you to tailor your studies to meet your own professional and personal areas of interest in law.
As a student in the Graduate Diploma in Laws, you’ll study four subjects from the world-renowned Melbourne Law Masters program, which offers students a choice of more than 170 subjects across dozens of specialist legal areas.
Like the Master of Laws (LLM), it’s available only for law graduates and the flexible structure makes it ideal for working professionals looking to develop their expertise in selected areas of the law.
Delivery mode
The University of Melbourne offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
- Grattan Street, Parkville, VIC
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
A degree in law (LLB, JD or equivalent) leading to admission to practice, with a University of Melbourne equivalent score of at least 70, or equivalent or
A degree in law (LLB, JD or equivalent) leading to admission to practice, or equivalent; and one year of documented relevant professional experience.
Additional requirements may apply.Course fees
For more information about this course and payment options please enquire now.
Career opportunities
The Graduate Diploma in Law will prepare you for the following roles.
Legal Assistant
A Legal Assistant works with other legal professionals in a court or lawyer’s office. Your daily activities will be varied but could involve helpin...
Paralegal
Paralegals play an important role in legal proceedings by assisting lawyers and other legal professionals to prepare for cases. You’ll help prepare...
Compliance Officer
Compliance Officers ensure that an organisation’s products, services, operations and business practices comply with government standards and legisl...
Contract Administrator
Contract Administrators oversee contracts on behalf of an organisation and ensure that goods and services are delivered according to the agreement....
Policy Officer
A Policy Officer conducts research and analysis into policies affecting a range of sectors. You might liaise with stakeholders and examine policies...
Claims Officer
A Claims Officer processes insurance claims for clients. You might take initial claim details and liaise with the policy holder and any other stake...
Legal Researcher
A Legal Researcher investigates and analyses legal information to support lawyers, judges, and other legal professionals. You might work in law fir...
Research Assistant
A Research Assistant supports researchers in conducting studies and analysing data. You might work in academic institutions, research centres, or g...
Court Officer
Court Officers are responsible for ensuring court proceedings run smoothly. Your role will be varied but will involve a range of tasks such as open...
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