Graduate Diploma in Laws (exit only) (2846)

  • Western Sydney University Program Code: 2846
  • AQF Level: 8

CRICOS Code: 114851J

This program applies to students who commenced in 2024 or later.

This program is an early exit point only from the Master of Laws.

Study Mode

One year full-time or two years part-time.

Program Advice

Dr Rangika Palliyaarachchi

Prospective students should visit the following websites for general enquiries about this program.

Enquire about this program| Local Admission | International Admission |

Location 

Campus Attendance Mode Advice
Parramatta City Campus - Macquarie Street Full Time Internal See above
Parramatta City Campus - Macquarie Street Part Time Internal See above
Parramatta Campus - Victoria Road Full Time Internal See above
Parramatta Campus - Victoria Road Part Time Internal See above

Program Structure

Qualification for this award requires the successful completion of 80 credit points, comprising of at least 40 credit points of core subjects listed below, and up to 40 credit points from the minor subjects and/or alternate subjects. 

Core Subjects

Subject Title Credit Points
Students must complete at least 40 credit points from the core subjects:
Legal Philosophy and Methodology
Fundamentals of Australian Law
Legal Analysis and Critique
Government and Public Law
Principles of Private Law
Select one of the following:
Principles of International Law
Criminal Law
Select one of the following:
Legal Research Dissertation (20 credit points)
Or select two of the following:
Legal Research Project 1
Legal Research Project 2

Minors

Students may complete up to 40 credit points from the minor subjects and/or alternate subjects:

Alternate subjects are listed in the 2824 Master of Laws 2024 sequence tab.