Juris Doctor
RMIT University
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Postgraduate
CRICOS: 00122A
This course is based on a unique approach that we call ‘bringing law to life.’ It has been designed specifically to create job-ready graduates, with direction and input from a Program Advisory Board made up of senior executives from law firms, representatives from the Bar, Magistrates and other senior members of the profession.You will build practical legal skills such as mooting and advocacy, research and policy development, interviewing and working with clients and negotiation, influencing and mediation. These are integrated into the study of substantive areas of law.
Subjects
- Law
Standard entry requirements
An Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent overseas qualification) in any discipline, except a Bachelor of Laws (LLB - Common Law) with a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 2.5 (out of 4.0).
Recognition
Council of Legal Education (CLE) in Victoria
Study pathways
After graduating from the JD, students are able to pursue legal practice either by completing 1 year of supervised workplace training (formerly Articles of Clerkship) with a law firm, or a Practical Training Course of 6 months.
Study information
| Campus | Fees | Entry | Mid year intake | Attendance |
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| Melbourne City | Domestic: $123,840 International: $138,240 | No |
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| Online | Domestic: $120,960 International: $138,240 | No |
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Further information
Graduates can change their career direction and enter the legal profession by adding this fully accredited legal qualification to their undergraduate qualification.
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