Laws - L5001
Graduate diploma
With a history spanning over 60 years, Monash Law has established itself as a leader in the field, consistently ranked among the top law schools globally. While a Bachelor of Laws will get your foot in the door of the Australian legal system, a Graduate Diploma in Law from Monash will help you differentiate yourself.
The Graduate Diploma of Law is ideal for law graduates looking to acquire further legal expertise, add value to their workplace and hone their legal knowledge. The postgraduate diploma also enables graduates of other disciplines to develop the necessary skills for legal practice in Australia. Learn to analyse contemporary legal issues from both international and local perspectives, allowing you to apply your skills in diverse locations and environments.
If you are looking for a graduate pathway into the study of law, there is no better next step than a Graduate Diploma in Law from Monash.
A Graduate Diploma Law degree is a chance to build on your existing experience while delving into new areas of law aligned with your interests and professional needs. Choose from the full range of Monash Law's postgraduate program, allowing you to analyse contemporary legal issues from both international and local perspectives.
In this flexible and customisable course, you can explore areas of law as diverse as commercial and corporate law; criminal law and forensics; dispute resolution or global society and human rights. You will investigate contemporary issues in law, practice and scholarship and evaluate complex legal issues through theoretical, global and interdisciplinary frameworks.
While the Graduate Diploma in Law normally comprises eight coursework units, applicants holding an undergraduate degree may be given credit for up to four units for recognised work experience or prior learning.
Multidisciplinary studies will help lay the groundwork for a career in areas like health law, criminal law or cybersecurity. The Graduate Diploma of Law can also be a stepping stone into advanced pathways including Masters, PhD or other research/doctoral studies.
Research-based project option
Through the Graduate Diploma of Law, you will have the option to pursue a personalised research project aligned with your professional interests. You will plan and execute your research with a high level of autonomy and accountability, preparing you to transition into the workforce or extend your studies through a Master’s degree or PhD.
Conveniently located
The Graduate Diploma of Law is taught at the Monash University Law Chambers in the heart of Melbourne's legal precinct, just minutes from a number of public transport options. It is ideal for working professionals or anyone looking to immerse themselves in the epicentre of Australian law.
At a glance
Course Details
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Duration |
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Start date |
Semester one (February), Semester two (July) |
Qualification |
Graduate Diploma of Laws |
Entry Requirements
You need to satisfy the following entrance requirements to be considered for entry to this course.
Minimum Entry Requirements (International students)
Qualifications
An Australian Bachelor of Laws or equivalent qualification approved by the faculty.
English entry requirements
Level A
| IELTS (Academic): 6.5 Overall score, with minimum band scores: Listening 6.0, Reading 6.0, Writing 6.0 and Speaking 6.0 | or | Pearson Test of English (Academic): 58 Overall score, with minimum scores: Listening 50, Reading 50, Speaking 50 and Writing 50 | or | TOEFL iBT: 0 - 120 scale: 1 - 6 scale: | or |
Courses that require English Level A only: Other approved English tests (minimum entry scores apply) Courses with English Level B, C, D, E and F: Other approved English tests (higher entry scores apply than specified) |
University entrance requirements
Minimum entrance requirements for admission to Monash University Australia.
The course structure and progression map can be viewed in the Handbook.
Making the application
Future students
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.
International fee
Fees are per 48 credit points which represents a standard full-time course load for a year. The fees for 2026 are:
A$57,200
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.
Enrolment Obligations
International students enrolling in a CRICOS-registered course can study no more than one third (33%) of their course by distance and/or online learning. Students must enrol in at least one unit that is not by distance and/or online in each compulsory study period unless the student is completing the last unit of their course. See standard 8.19 and 8.20 of National Code of Practice for Providers of Education and Training to Overseas Students 2018.
CRICOS code: 104770D
International course guides
If you are an international student and wish to find out more about our courses, entry requirements, studying at Monash and more, please download our international course guides below.
International Study Grants
