Australian Law - L5002
Graduate diploma
If you already have a law qualification from a non-Australian jurisdiction, a Graduate Diploma of Australian Law from Monash will provide you with the academic requirements needed to be eligible for admission in Victoria.
Expand on your existing knowledge and gain the understanding needed to practice in Australia through our comprehensive, three-part program.
The diploma begins with an introduction to the Australian legal system, providing history and context to support your studies. The rest of your diploma will consist of core law units required for admission to practice in Victoria and law elective units aligned with your specific career goals.
Upon completion, you will hold the necessary skills and prerequisites needed to become a lawyer or other legal professional in Australia.
Located in the heart of Melbourne’s legal district with both full and part-time study options, this flexible course allows you to complete your studies on your own time according to your personal and professional commitments.
The number of credit points and selection of core units will depend on the jurisdiction in which you earned your existing law qualification.
All Graduate Diploma of Australian Law applications must include a letter from the Victorian Legal Admissions Board (VLAB) stipulating which areas of law are required to meet the academic eligibility requirements for admission to practise in Victoria. The letter from VLAB must be dated within 24 months of submitting your application for study.
At a glance
Course Details
Location |
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Duration |
1 year (full-time) 2 years (part time) |
Start date |
Trimester 1 (Summer), Trimester 2 (Winter), Trimester 3 (Spring), Semesters 1 and 2 |
Qualification |
Graduate Diploma of Australian Law |
Entry Requirements
You need to satisfy the following entrance requirements to be considered for entry to this course.
Minimum Entry Requirements (Domestic students)
Qualifications
Applicants must have successfully completed a bachelor’s degree in law (or equivalent) from a non-Australian jurisdiction.
English requirements
Applicants must also meet the English language requirements.
University entrance requirements
Minimum entrance requirements for admission to Monash University Australia.
Extra Requirements
A letter from the Victorian Legal Admissions Board (VLAB) stipulating which areas of law are required to meet the academic eligibility requirements for admission to practice in Victoria. The letter from VLAB must be dated within 24 months of submitting your application for study.
Making the application
Future students
Trimester 1 (Summer), Trimester 2 (Winter), Trimester 3 (Spring), Semesters 1 and 2
Apply directly to Monash using course code L5002
Applications can be made throughout the year:
Current Monash students
You may apply to transfer from another Monash course. Transfers are a competitive process. You may apply mid-year for available courses however consideration will be given as to whether you will be able to follow your course progression.
Please note that if you apply for a course transfer, you should still enrol in your current course as if you were continuing so as not to jeopardise your enrolment in the Faculty if your transfer application is unsuccessful. More about Course Transfer.
Self assess for credit eligibility
Check for study credit using the "Credit search" link on the Credit for prior study page.
Fees
Fees are subject to change annually.
Full fee
Fees are per 48 credit points which represents a standard full-time course load for a year. The fees for 2026 are:
A$45,100
Fee assistance
As a full fee-paying student, you may be eligible to apply for the optional FEE-HELP to assist you to pay all or part of your tuition fees.
Scholarships
We offer over 360 types of scholarships, valued at up to $280,000. Some scholarships offer one-off payments while others continue for the length of your course. Learn more about Monash Scholarships.
Other costs and fees
For information on other study costs and fees, see other study costs.