Graduate Certificate in Law

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Why study the online Graduate Certificate in Law at UC?

Boost your career with legal expertise

Acquire specialised legal knowledge that sets you apart. Gain the confidence to navigate complex regulatory systems, enhancing your effectiveness and influence as a leader.

Tailor your learning

We offer specialised streams in business law and public policy law, or you can design your own path, customising your education to drive meaningful change in your field.

Seamless online, flexible and supported learning

Study anywhere, anytime, with flexible online learning and a user-friendly learning platform while benefiting from dedicated 1:1 support from Student Success Advisers.

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Course highlights

When you’re equipped with the right legal skills, and you’ve developed diverse and inclusive advocacy abilities, you can do more for those who need your help.

Understand legal fundamentals
Develop practical dispute resolution skills
Master effective and ethical legal communication across diverse settings
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Overview

Empower your voice and shape strategic business decisions.

With an online Graduate Certificate in Law from the University of Canberra, you will be equipped with the essential knowledge and skills to navigate, lead and influence high-stakes discussions, making a meaningful impact in your community or your organisation.

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What you will study

Boost your skills instantly and advance seamlessly from the Graduate Certificate in Law to the University of Canberra online Juris Doctor. This prestigious degree empowers your professional growth and success.

Course structure

The Graduate Certificate in Law comprises 4 units. Each unit duration is 7 weeks. We advise a minimum of 15 to 20 hours of online study per week.

Juris Doctor |
24 units | 3 years fast-tracked or 4 years part-time^

Complete the foundation units, all Priestley 11 units, all additional core units, at least 1 of the 3 Research and Internship Stream units and remaining electives to graduate with the Juris Doctor.

^Dependent on individual study path and unit availability. Please speak to a Student Adviser for more information.

Graduate Diploma in Law |
8 units | From 16 months part-time^

Complete two foundational units and six electives of your choice to further extend your expertise across multiple legal disciplines. Exit with a Graduate Diploma or continue studying to complete the Juris Doctor.

^Exact course length will be dependent on selected electives and their availability. Please speak to a Student Enrolment Adviser for more information

Graduate Certificate in Law |
4 units | From 8 months part-time^

Complete two foundational units and two electives to gain essential legal knowledge. Exit with a Graduate Certificate or continue studying to complete the Graduate Diploma or Juris Doctor.

^Exact course length will be dependent on selected electives and their availability. Please speak to a Student Enrolment Adviser for more information

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Taught by the best in the industry

Dr Trevor Ryan

UC Course Director, Juris Doctor

“The University of Canberra online Juris Doctor makes the depth of experience of academics and practitioners at Canberra Law School more accessible than ever and will set you up with the skills you need to make a difference."

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Why study the online Graduate Certificate in Law at UC?

Boost your career with legal expertise

Tailor your learning

Seamless online, flexible and supported learning

Course highlights

Overview

What you will study

Course structure

Upcoming intakes

Taught by the best in the industry

Ready to get started?

Related study options