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Graduate Diploma in Employment and Labour Relations Law

Graduate Diploma.
The University of Melbourne

37

in world overall ranking*

1

in local overall ranking*
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About the course

This graduate diploma provides an advanced understanding of employment and labour relations law in Australia, focusing on the regulatory framework that shapes workplace and labour-force practices. It is designed for both legal practitioners and non-lawyers who need to navigate the legal regulation of employment and labour relations. Students learn from leading lecturers and a diverse cohort, examining recent legal developments and how the law interacts with industry governance and practice.

What you might learn

Students develop advanced knowledge of the legal principles and regulatory settings governing employment and labour relations in Australia. The course builds capability to interpret and apply evolving workplace laws in professional contexts across government, corporate and industrial settings. It also strengthens understanding of how legal change influences organisational governance and employment practices.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue or strengthen careers requiring expertise in workplace regulation and industrial relations, including legal practice and advisory roles. The qualification is relevant to professionals in the public sector, corporate management, and human resources/personnel services who deal with employment law compliance and policy. It is also valuable for roles in trade unions and employer organisations where labour relations strategy and legal frameworks are central.

Entry requirements

IELTS 7.0 with no band less than 6.5


Living Costs in Melbourne**


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Restaurant
(Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant)
A$ 15 - 20
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Rent per Month
(1 bedroom in City Centre)
A$ 1,583 - 2,094
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Rent per Month
(1 bedroom Outside of Centre)
A$ 1,207 - 1,596
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Transportation
(Daily)
A$ 7 - 9
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Utilities per Month
(Electricity, Mobile & Internet)
A$ 240 - 318

Average Salary***


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*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)
**Source: numbeo.com
***Source: PayScale.com (2026)

Costs

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A$30,496 per year

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A$24,992 per year

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Information

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6 months

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March, June, July, August, December

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Parkville

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188AA

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+61 3 9663 5333

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australia@augstudy.com

Scholarships

tick iconMELBOURNE INTERNATIONAL UNDERGRADUATE SCHOLARSHIP

Up to A$56,000

tick iconMELBOURNE GRADUATE SCHOLARSHIP

Up to 100% of tuition fees

tick iconINTERNATIONAL GRADUATE MERIT SCHOLARSHIPS

Up to 50% of tuition fees

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