The University of Melbourne

Entry requirements

• There are no mandated entry requirements.

Entry requirements

Applicants must have completed:

• A degree in law (LLB, JD or equivalent) leading to admission to practice, at honours standard, or equivalent; or
• A degree in law (LLB, JD or equivalent) leading to admission to practice, or equivalent; and two years of documented relevant professional experience.

Selection criteria

In assessing applications, the Selection Committee will consider:

• Prior academic performance
• Professional experience (if necessary).

The Selection Committee may seek further information to clarify any aspect of an application in accordance with the Admission and Selection into Course Policy.

Also, in considering whether to admit an applicant the Selection Committee will consider:

• The quality of the degree(s) that the applicant has previously been awarded
• The standing and reputation of the university or universities that awarded the degree(s)
• The duration and type of work experience the applicant has obtained
• The relevance of the applicant's work experience to the course for which they have applied.

English language requirements

• IELTS (academic English Only): 6.5 (with no band less than 6.0)
• TOEFL Internet-based test*: 79 + Writing 21; Speaking 18; Reading 13; Listening 13
• Pearson Test of English Academic: 58 + no communicative skill below 50
• Cambridge English: Advanced/ Certificate of Advanced English (CAE): 176 + no skill below 169.