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156 weeks
On campus (Parkville)
Full time / Part time
February
Course Overview
Where You Can Study
Melbourne
234 St. Kilda Road, Southbank, VIC 3006
Student Information
Tuition Fee
Commonwealth Supported Places (CSPs) available
Duration
3 years full time / 6 years part time
Intakes
February
Entry Requirements
Eligibility
Career & Study Pathways
Quality & Recognition
Academic Regulator
TEQSA
Professional Body
Victorian Legal Admissions Board (VLAB VIC)
Accreditation Status
AccreditedSkills Assessor
State Legal Admission Authority
Course Content
Legal Method and Reasoning
12.5 points, compulsory foundation subject taught as a February intensive.
Obligations
12.5 points, compulsory.
Principles of Public Law
12.5 points, compulsory.
Torts
12.5 points, compulsory.
Constitutional Law
12.5 points, compulsory.
Contracts
12.5 points, compulsory.
Disputes and Ethics
12.5 points, compulsory.
Legal Theory
12.5 points, compulsory.
Administrative Law
12.5 points, compulsory.
Evidence and Proof
12.5 points, compulsory.
Property
12.5 points, compulsory.
Corporations Law
12.5 points, compulsory.
Criminal Law and Procedure
12.5 points, compulsory.
Equity and Trusts
12.5 points, compulsory.
Legal Research
12.5 points, compulsory capstone research subject in final year.
Remedies
12.5 points, compulsory.
Electives (8 subjects, 100 points)
Chosen from Melbourne Law School's extensive elective offerings (e.g. commercial law, international human rights law, environmental law, intellectual property law, new technology law); up to two electives may be taken from the Melbourne Law Masters program.
Common Questions
You can apply if you already have an undergraduate degree in a discipline other than law, will complete an undergraduate degree in a discipline other than law in the year you apply, or if you have a law degree from an overseas jurisdiction.
The Juris Doctor takes 3 years to complete full time, or 6 years part time.
The Ian Malkin Centre for Legal Academic Skills offers workshops, small group skills classes, one-on-one consultations, and other resources to supplement your learning beyond the classroom.
Students can take advantage of educational, professional, and social opportunities including clinics, internships, mooting, witness and mediation competitions, and international exchanges.
Melbourne Law School offers a range of scholarships and financial assistance such as the Melbourne Law School Supported Place to eligible applicants. Commonwealth Supported Places (CSPs) are also available.
Application
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Step 02
Submit Documents
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Step 03
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