Sydney,
NSW,
Australia
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Juris Doctor in Melbourne Australia | La Trobe University
La Trobe University
|
Melbourne Australia
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Qualification
Masters Degree (Coursework)
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
AUD
42,800
(c. USD30,182.56)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months
This program caters to graduates holding a Bachelor's degree in any field, making it ideal for those seeking to launch a legal career with a qualification that provides industry access. Build a solid grounding in fundamental legal concepts while examining Australia's core legal practice principles. Gain access to career-enhancing opportunities like internships and professional networking events. Tailor your studies by choosing from our diverse selection of law electives, covering specialized areas such as commercial, environmental, health, human rights, and international law.Our cutting-edge facilities and personalized learning approach are just part of the advantage. With our quarter-century legacy of training legal professionals, you'll join our vast alumni network upon graduation – connecting you with barristers, solicitors, magistrates, judges, and corporate legal advisors from leading global organizations.Meet the prescribed knowledge requirements for legal practice admission in Victoria, Australia
Develop comprehensive expertise across essential legal domains, including core legal principles, the Australian legal framework, and international comparative perspectives
This program fulfills the academic prerequisites for legal practice in Victoria. Graduates can pursue diverse career paths in legal firms, community organizations, international development, environmental advocacy, government, finance, and professional services.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Successful completion of an Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent).
An Australian Bachelor's degree in any discipline or approved equivalent qualification with at least a Grade Point Average (GPA) of 5.5 on a 7-point scale meets the requirements to be considered for an offer. OR An Australian Bachelor's degree in any discipline or approved equivalent qualification with at least a Grade Point Average (GPA) of 5 on a 7-point scale and a personal statement will be considered for an offer. The personal statement should address reasons for seeking to study law, relevant employment experience, relevant skills to enable the student to study law, and evidence of contribution to the community. OR An Australian or equivalent Bachelor's degree (completed within 8 years prior to application for admission) with a minimum GPA of 4 on a 7-point scale and the Law School Admissions Test (LSAT) score of at least 150. The LSAT score must have been taken within 5 years prior to application for admission. If the LSAT has been taken multiple times within this 5-year period, only the highest score will be considered.
English language requirements:
IELTS: Overall 6.5, no band less than 6.0; Pearson Test of English (PTE): Overall score of 56 with no communicative skill score less than 46; TOEFL Internet based (iBT): Overall score of 79 with 13 in Reading, 12 in Listening, 18 in Speaking and 21 in Writing; Cambridge Certificate of Advanced English (CAE) / Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE): 176 with no less than 169 in any component
Tuition
AUD
42,800