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* $14,200 $26,800 Fees are based on full-time study.

For more information about this course and payment options please enquire now.

Study mode Blended
Duration 24 Months
Estimated fee* $14,200 $26,800

Career opportunities

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

About Queensland University of Technology

Queensland University of Technology (QUT) is a major Australian university with a truly global outlook. Home to nearly 50,000 students, we’re providing real-world infrastructure, learning and teaching, and graduate skills to the next generation of change-makers.

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