Do you want a career in the law? No matter your professional or educational background, a Juris Doctor (JD) can help you get there. As one of Australia's leading law schools, Monash recognises the specific needs of JD degree students and helps you expand your skills and knowledge in line with Australian law requirements. All Juris Doctor classes are taught at the city-based Monash Law Chambers located in the heart of Melbourne's legal precinct, with small class sizes and innovative teaching methods to foster interactive, in-depth learning. Beyond the classroom, the Monash Law Clinical Guarantee provides JD students with the opportunity to work in one of our community legal centres, mentored by experienced practitioners. You will gain first-hand legal knowledge and provide an invaluable service to the community while earning credit towards your degree. This three-year full-time (six-year part-time) graduate entry JD degree provides high-quality, graduate-level education in the theory and practice of law. You
Postgraduate and higher courses usually use academic prerequisites, degree equivalence and English-language requirements.
An Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent) with at least credit (60%) average
If your current English result is below direct entry, consider the university-recognised English language pathway or ELICOS package; successful completion at the required level can usually satisfy English entry without another English test.
Current-course cases first, supplemented by same-institution scored cases.
Course structure, credit points and subject sequence
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