Queensland University of Technology

Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice

Nationally Recognised Higher Education

The Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice provides you with the practical legal training (PLT) that you need for admission to the legal profession in Australia. Learn in-demand skills from experienced lawyers.

Complete the required coursework in as little as 16 weeks full-time if you have relevant real-life workplace experience. We can source a 4-week placement for you in a law office in the Brisbane metropolitan area or assist you in finding a placement elsewhere in Australia.

Delivery mode

Queensland University of Technology offers this course through the following delivery modes:

Blended

Combine the flexibility of online learning with the support of on campus learning.


Locations
  • 2 George St, Brisbane City

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.

Australian law qualifications

  • A recognised bachelor degree (or higher qualification) in law (or equivalent study) which is approved for admission by the Australian legal profession; or
  • Currently studying for bachelor degree (or higher qualification) in law (or equivalent study) with no more than two units to complete by the date the course commences and neither of those units is a unit commonly known as the "Priestly 11"; plus
  • You have the permission of the Legal Practitioners Admissions Board (LPAB) (Queensland) to commence the Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice while you complete those units.

Overseas law qualifications

  • A recognised bachelor degree (or higher qualification) in law (or equivalent study); plus
  • You have the permission of the Legal Practitioners Admissions Board (LPAB) (Queensland) to commence the Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice. You will need to submit the LPAB letter as part of your application.
Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

Estimated Fee* $0 - $14,200 $26,800 Fees are based on full-time study.
* Fees are indicative only and vary based on your circumstances and eligibility for government funding.
Standard Tuition:
$14,200
Standard Tuition:
$26,800
Full Fee Tuition:
$14,200
Full Fee Tuition:
$26,800
Enquire with Queensland University of Technology to find out more.
Study mode Blended
Duration 24 Months
Estimated fee* $0 - $14,200 $26,800 Support may be available

Career opportunities

The Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice will prepare you for the following roles.

Barrister

A Barrister appears in higher courts to represent their clients in legal proceedings. You might provide legal advice and prepare cases for court. B...

Avg yearly income $134,992
Entry barriers Low

Lawyer

A Lawyer is hired to represent a client in a range of legal proceedings. You might provide legal advice and prepare cases being heard in court. Law...

Avg yearly income $99,996
Entry barriers Low

Legal Aid Lawyer

A Legal Aid Lawyer provides legal representation and advice to individuals who cannot afford private legal services. You might work in legal aid or...

Avg yearly income $92,612
Entry barriers Low

Solicitor

A Solicitor represents a client in legal proceedings. You might liaise with clients and provide legal advice or guidance. Solicitors may prepare fo...

Avg yearly income $114,140
Entry barriers Low

About Queensland University of Technology

Queensland University of Technology (QUT) is an ambitious institution, with a growing research output focused on technology and innovation. QUT ranks in the world’s top 200 universities.

Our strategic plan establishes QUT as 'the university for the real world' and charts our provision of transformative education and research that is relevant to our communities.

With more than 50,000 students across two inner-city campuses in Brisbane, QUT offers academic programs in fields spanning business, creative industries, education, engineering, health, law, science, and social justice across five faculties.