About the course
Bond’s Diploma of Legal Studies provides an introduction to Australia’s legal system, fundamental legal principles and core legal skills. Designed as a supported transition to university study, it offers flexible study loads and can be completed full-time in as little as eight months. The diploma provides a direct pathway into Bond’s Bachelor of Laws and related law degrees, with small-class teaching and academic skills support as a Diploma in Law pathway. The programme introduces legal documentation, office procedures, and foundational legal knowledge for support roles.
Career outcome
Graduates gain foundational legal knowledge and practical skills applicable across roles where legal awareness is valued. The diploma supports pathways into further law study at Bond, and can also assist entry into areas such as legal and business administration, compliance-related work, and public sector administration. It can be a stepping stone toward law and law-related careers by building core capabilities through a Diploma in Law-focused program. Preparing graduates for legal clerk, paralegal support, and compliance assistant roles, or degree articulation.
Career outcome
Upon graduating from this program, you may be employed in roles such as legal secretary, company secretary, mediation specialist, barristers' clerk, tax adviser, secretary, and etc. in companies including Latham & Watkins, Baker McKenzie, Kirkland & Ellis, Norton Rose Fulbright, DLA Piper, and etc.Living Costs in Gold Coast**
|
Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 22 - 29 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,564 - 2,068 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,096 - 1,449 |
|
Transportation (Daily) A$ 3 - 9 |
Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 234 - 310 |

Register
Login





