Master of Laws in Australian Law and Practice
A tailored postgraduate programme for overseas-trained lawyers seeking admission to the Australian legal profession.
Best for:Best for internationally trained lawyers who need to meet Australian legal admission requirements and gain a postgraduate qualification in Australian law.
Overview
This Master of Laws programme at Bond University is specifically designed for internationally qualified lawyers aiming to practise law in Australia. It fulfils the Legal Practitioners Admission Board’s requirements by covering essential Australian legal subjects, ensuring graduates meet the Priestly 11 knowledge standards. The curriculum combines mandatory admission subjects with elective law courses, allowing flexibility to tailor the degree to individual career goals. Upon completion, graduates can progress to the Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice (GDLP), which prepares them for admission to the Australian legal profession. The programme is structured as an 80-credit point coursework degree, completed over two semesters, and is ideal for those seeking both professional qualification and academic advancement in Australian law.
What you'll do
- Complete 80 credit points of coursework over two semesters, including mandatory subjects aligned with Australian legal admission standards.
- Study core Australian law subjects to meet the Legal Practitioners Admission Board’s knowledge requirements (Priestly 11).
- Select elective law subjects to tailor the degree to your specific career interests or practice areas.
- Engage in coursework designed to bridge the gap between international legal qualifications and Australian legal practice standards.
- Prepare for further professional legal training by completing the Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice (GDLP) after graduation, if pursuing admission to the Australian legal profession.
Requirements
Degree required: A law degree from an overseas institution that has been assessed by an Australian Legal Practitioners Board, with specific areas of knowledge identified under the Priestly 11 for admission to the Australian legal profession.
Degree offered: Master of Laws (LLM)
Language: English proficiency sufficient for academic study in Australia (specific test scores not mentioned).
Instruction: English
- Proven legal knowledge and qualifications from an overseas jurisdiction.
- Ability to meet the specific knowledge gaps identified by the Australian Legal Practitioners Board under the Priestly 11 framework.
- Must have an international law degree assessed by an Australian Legal Practitioners Board.
- Must be advised on specific knowledge areas under the Priestly 11 that need completion for admission to the Australian legal profession.
- No residency or age restrictions mentioned.
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How to apply
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Applicants must apply directly through Bond University’s official application portal. The process involves submitting academic transcripts, proof of overseas law degree assessment by an Australian Legal Practitioners Board, and any additional documents required to demonstrate eligibility for admission to the Australian legal profession. Specific application instructions and deadlines can be found on Bond University’s programme page.
- Academic transcripts from overseas law degree
- Proof of assessment by an Australian Legal Practitioners Board (identifying Priestly 11 knowledge gaps)
- English proficiency test results (if applicable)
- Application form and any additional documents specified by Bond University
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