Graduate Diploma in Energy and Resources Law

关于课程

This graduate diploma focuses on the legal frameworks governing energy and natural resources, reflecting the major role these sectors play in the Australian economy and globally. Students study regulatory regimes for exploration and production, and examine legal issues that arise for governments and private enterprise at international, national and local levels. The course is delivered as part of the Melbourne Law Masters and is designed with a flexible structure suitable for working professionals.

你可能学到什么

Students develop advanced knowledge of energy and resources law and how key regulatory regimes operate across the lifecycle of projects, including exploration and production activities. The course builds capability to analyse and address complex legal and policy issues affecting the sector, including land-use and resource-related disputes. It also strengthens professional skills through engagement with specialist academics and a diverse cohort of practitioners and students.

职业成果

Graduates may pursue or advance careers in energy and resources legal practice, including advisory work for upstream and downstream projects and regulatory compliance. The program is relevant to roles in government and regulators, in-house legal and commercial teams in energy and mining companies, and consultancy or policy positions dealing with resources governance. It also supports careers focused on managing land-use, permitting, and the resolution of conflicts relating to resources development.

Entry requirements

Available to both law and non-law graduates.

墨尔本的生活成本**

餐厅 （膳食，便宜的餐厅） A$ 15 - 20	每月租金 （市中心一间卧室） A$ 1,583 - 2,094	每月租金 （中心外有一间卧室） A$ 1,207 - 1,596
运输 （日常的） A$ 7 - 9	每月公用事业费用 （电力、移动和互联网） A$ 240 - 318

平均工资***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**来源：numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)