University of New England (UNE)
1.5 years full-time; Up to 6 years part-time
Develop advanced legal expertise and practical paralegal skills through flexible online or campus-based study. This Advanced Diploma prepares you for diverse career opportunities in law firms, corporate legal departments, banking, and public policy sectors, with the flexibility to study full-time in 1.5 years or part-time over 6 years.
Domestic applicants require an ATAR of 60.00 or equivalent qualification (higher education study with appropriate GPA, VET qualifications at Certificate III or above, or work/life experience). International applicants must have completed Australian Year 12 or overseas equivalent. All applicants must meet English language requirements (IELTS, TOEFL, PTE, or equivalent). Mandatory intensive schools on campus may be required for some units. You must meet the course's inherent requirements to complete the program.
Core units (36 credit points) include Foundations of Law, Law in Context, Legal Professional Skills, Introduction to Business Law, Introduction to Procedure Law, and Introduction to Legal Studies. Elective units (36 credit points) cover specialized areas including Alternative Dispute Resolution, Law and First Peoples of Australia, Sports Law, Corporate Social Responsibility and the Law, World Legal Systems, Interviewing for Advocacy, Local Government Law, Environmental Law, Animal Law, Natural Resources Law, International Law, Language and the Law, Fundamentals of Evidence Law, Principles of Corporation Law, and Issues in Commercial and Financial Services Law. Students develop expertise in Australian legal systems, critical thinking, legal writing, and communication skills applicable across multiple legal practice areas.
UNE is home to Australia's largest law school outside a capital city with a world-class teaching team focused on practical skills and theoretical knowledge. The university has received 20 consecutive five-star ratings for Overall Experience and Student Support in The Good Universities Guide, and is rated #1 in NSW for Social Equity. UNE pioneered distance education in the 1950s and remains a leader in digital learning, earning a Diamond rating for its innovative online delivery approach. The institution offers 24/7 tutor support, flexible study options, and a supportive learning community ideal for working adults.
Graduates can pursue diverse career paths including paralegal, legal secretary, or law-related professional roles in in-house legal departments (the fastest-growing sector in law), law firms and legal practices, banking and finance, corporate governance, communications and public relations, court administration, information technology, publishing, justice departments, and politics and public policy making. The course provides a foundation for further legal study, including progression to Bachelor of Legal Studies, Bachelor of Laws (3 Years), or Master of Laws. Transferable skills in critical thinking, communication, and problem-solving enable careers across corporate, government, and community sectors.
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