Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice

University of Adelaide, The

Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Postgraduate
CRICOS: 00123M

The Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice (GDLP) is a compulsory requirement to be admitted as a barrister and solicitor in South Australia. It provides practical legal training for law graduates.To apply, you must have successfully completed a Bachelor of Laws (LLB), or met the criteria specified by admitting authorities in your state or territory. If you studied your LLB overseas you’ll need to have your qualifications accredited by the South Australian Board

Structure

Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice (GDLP) students are required to complete the following:Six core coursesTwo elective coursesFive hours minimum of continuing professional development15 days (105 hours) of legal practice placement.

Standard entry requirements

A completed Bachelor of Laws (LLB) or equivalent program from within Australia. Applicants in their final semester of a Bachelor of Laws will be considered. In order to be permitted to commence the GDLP, applicants must have completed all Priestley 11 subjects required for admission. Applicants with overseas qualifications will be considered on a case by case basis.

Study information

CampusFeesMid year intakeAttendance
North Terrace International: $17,500 No
  • Full-time : 1 year
  • Part-time : 1 year

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