Diploma of Legal Studies

关于课程

The Diploma of Legal Studies is a pathway qualification that builds foundational knowledge in legal and justice studies. Students develop introductory skills in legal research and writing while learning about the Australian legal system, criminal process, family law, contract law and legal ethics. Delivered through SCU College with structured support, it can also provide up to eight units of credit toward further law-related study at diploma/undergraduate level in Law. The programme introduces legal documentation, office procedures, and foundational legal knowledge for support roles.

职业成果

This diploma provides an entry-level foundation for roles that support legal and justice work, and for progression into further study in law and justice disciplines. Graduates may seek administrative and support positions in legal practices, government or community organisations, and justice-related settings where legal research, writing and knowledge of core legal areas are valuable. It is primarily designed as a Diploma pathway into further qualifications in Law. Preparing graduates for legal clerk, paralegal support, and compliance assistant roles, or degree articulation.

黄金海岸的生活成本**

餐厅 （膳食，便宜的餐厅） A$ 22 - 29	每月租金 （市中心一间卧室） A$ 1,564 - 2,068	每月租金 （中心外有一间卧室） A$ 1,096 - 1,449
运输 （日常的） A$ 3 - 9	每月公用事业费用 （电力、移动和互联网） A$ 234 - 310

平均工资***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

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***Source: PayScale.com (2026)