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Diploma of Legal Studies

Program overview

Whether you’re looking for a pathway to an undergraduate degree or contemplating a career change, Bond University College’s diploma programs are the ideal steppingstone to university studies.

To help you manage your transition to study, our flexible program allows you to customise your subject load – starting with one or two subjects part-time and building to full-time as your confidence grows. Alternatively, you can complete the diploma in just eight months studying full-time and start your chosen bachelor’s degree at the third semester mark.

Our Diploma of Legal Studies offers a direct pathway into the Bachelor of Laws at Bond, as well as business law, jurisprudence, and a number of double degrees that team law qualifications with studies in business, commerce, international relations and more. It is also an excellent launching pad for careers in business administration, legal administration, law enforcement and government administration.

The program offers an introduction to the Australian legal system, fundamental legal principles, and basic legal skills. You’ll examine elements of business and contract law and look at some of the legal and ethical issues confronting Australian society today.

A key benefit to starting your university studies with a diploma is the extra support Bond University College offers from face-to-face teaching time in small group classes to access to one-on-one tutoring, workshops and targeted study help through the Academic Skills Centre.

Program code:CO-00011

CRICOS code:080298C

Program overview

Whether you’re looking for a pathway to an undergraduate degree or contemplating a career change, Bond University College’s diploma programs are the ideal steppingstone to university studies.

To help you manage your transition to study, our flexible program allows you to customise your subject load – starting with one or two subjects part-time and building to full-time as your confidence grows. Alternatively, you can complete the diploma in just eight months studying full-time and start your chosen bachelor’s degree at the third semester mark.

Our Diploma of Legal Studies offers a direct pathway into the Bachelor of Laws at Bond, as well as business law, jurisprudence, and a number of double degrees that team law qualifications with studies in business, commerce, international relations and more. It is also an excellent launching pad for careers in business administration, legal administration, law enforcement and government administration.

The program offers an introduction to the Australian legal system, fundamental legal principles, and basic legal skills. You’ll examine elements of business and contract law and look at some of the legal and ethical issues confronting Australian society today.

A key benefit to starting your university studies with a diploma is the extra support Bond University College offers from face-to-face teaching time in small group classes to access to one-on-one tutoring, workshops and targeted study help through the Academic Skills Centre.

Program code:CO-00011

CRICOS code:080298C

About this program

The Diploma of Legal Studies will be of interest to students planning a career where a knowledge of fundamental legal principles and basic legal skills will be of use, e.g. business administration, legal administration, federal, state or local government administration. It will also be of interest to students who have a general interest in the law as an area of study.

The Diploma of Legal Studies will teach students core skills to enhance their career prospects, whether that be a student fresh out of school or someone wishing to upgrade their qualifications. Some core skills covered include; familiarity with the fundamental features of Australia’s legal system, the principles of business law and contract law, contemporary legal and ethical issues confronting Australian society, communicating in groups, conflict resolution, problem solving, individual and group decision making, and an understanding of ethics, morals and cultural beliefs.

Successful completion of the Diploma of Legal Studies guarantees students a place in most undergraduate degrees at Bond University, with a possible 80 credit points credited towards their new program of study.

What you'll be studying

  • Study overview

    In your Diploma of Legal Studies, you’ll be going to lectures with undergraduate students but attending tutorials specifically for diploma students.

Program features

  • The full Bond experience

    Bond University College students have access to all campus facilities, resources, and student support services. Your Student Activities membership includes the gym, pool, sporting facilities, on-campus clubs, and societies and more. You can get help from the Academic Skills Centre, Career Development Centre, and Student Services. And you have full use of the libraries, IT services, computer labs and multimedia learning centre.

  • More personalised support

    Bond University is known for its small, personalised classes but at Bond University College you’ll get even more support with additional face-to-face teaching, tutorials just for diploma students and a dedicated admin team.

  • Ease into tertiary study

    Our diplomas are a great way to transition from work to study. Start with a part-time study load and gradually build up to more as you feel more confident.

  • A seamless transition

    Our diploma programs are fully articulated with our bachelor’s degrees meaning your transition to your undergraduate studies will be seamless. All of the subjects you complete as part of your Diploma will count towards the relevant bachelor’s degree, so you’ll start your undergraduate program at the third semester mark.

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Inherent requirements

Inherent requirements are the essential abilities, knowledge and skills required to successfully complete the program. Learn more about the inherent requirements and make an informed decision about your capacity to undertake the program.

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Hear from our Bondies

  • I loved how the Diploma of Legal Studies provided me with legal knowledge, as well as the skills of legal research and writing, which I find very useful in the Bachelor of Laws. This diploma allowed me to study a Bachelor of Laws with confidence, skill, and knowledge. While studying this diploma, I had the pleasure of being involved in legal competitions, clubs, and associations. I recommend all students to involve themselves in extracurricular as it makes the experience even more satisfying!

    Claudia Todman - Diploma of Legal Studies alumna
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Hear from our Bondies

  • I loved how the Diploma of Legal Studies provided me with legal knowledge, as well as the skills of legal research and writing, which I find very useful in the Bachelor of Laws. This diploma allowed me to study a Bachelor of Laws with confidence, skill, and knowledge. While studying this diploma, I had the pleasure of being involved in legal competitions, clubs, and associations. I recommend all students to involve themselves in extracurricular as it makes the experience even more satisfying!

    Claudia Todman - Diploma of Legal Studies alumna
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