University of Melbourne
Graduate Diploma in Corporate Law
- Delivery: Face to Face
- Study Level: Postgraduate
- Duration: 6 months
- Course Type: Graduate Diploma
Ideal for lawyers and other professionals engaged in issues relating to corporate law who are looking to take the next step in their careers.
Course overview
The Graduate Diploma in Corporate Law is available for both law and non-law graduates and the flexible structure makes it ideal for working professionals.
Working with lecturers who are leaders in their fields and fellow students from Australia and around the world, you’ll have a unique opportunity to gain an advanced understanding of Australian corporate law. This course is part of the world-renowned Melbourne Law Masters program.
Key facts
June, 2026
July, 2026
August, 2026
December, 2026
What you will study
Students must complete 50 credit points of study from the prescribed list of subjects below. Each subject is valued at 12.5 credit points.
Students who do not have a law degree from a common law jurisdiction or any prior legal studies or experience are also expected to complete the two-day preliminary subject Australian Legal Process and Legal Institutions.
This introductory subject is compulsory for graduate diploma students with no previous training in law. It is highly recommended for international students who do not have a degree from a common law jurisdiction. Students are advised to undertake Australian Legal Process and Legal Institutions prior to undertaking any other subject.
- Australian Legal Process and Legal Institutions (zero credit points)
Entry Requirements
To be considered for entry into this course, you must have completed one of the following:
- Bachelor of Laws degree (LLB) (AQF7) or a Juris Doctor (JD) (AQF9) leading to admission to legal practice with a weighted average mark (WAM) of 70%, or equivalent.
- Bachelor of Laws degree (LLB) (AQF7) or a Juris Doctor (JD) (AQF9) or equivalent, leading to admission to legal practice and one year of documented relevant experience.
- Bachelor's degree (AQF7) or equivalent in a cognate (relevant) discipline, cognate (relevant) disciplines include: Business and management and one year of documented relevant experience.
Relevant experience for this course may include legal roles such as a lawyer, solicitor, advocate, attorney, counsel, barrister, magistrate, or judge's associate or roles engaged in issues relating to corporate law and governance.
English language requirements
All applicants to the University of Melbourne must satisfy the English language requirements. This may be achieved in a number of ways, including a recognised previous study taught and assessed entirely in English or an approved English language test.
Contact the university or visit its website for more information.
Recognition of Prior Learning
After you receive a course offer you can apply to transfer any recognised prior learning credits by applying for Advanced Standing (also known as credit or recognition of prior learning).
Advanced standing is acknowledgement of prior study granted towards your current degree, based on prior study or work experience. If advanced standing is awarded the length of your degree may be reduced. There are two types of advanced standing you can be awarded – general advanced standing or exempt advanced standing.
Contact the university or visit its website for more information.
Outcomes
Learning Outcomes
As a student in the Graduate Diploma of Corporate Law, you’ll develop advanced knowledge relating to the field of Australian corporate law, including the acquisition and application of knowledge and skills in relation to basic economic analysis of the law and its practical application.
You’ll also develop skills in critical analysis and the ability to interpret and transmit your ideas to specialist and non-specialist audiences, including clients.
Fees and FEE-HELP
Indicative first-year and total course fee in 2026: $24,992 (domestic full-fee paying place)
The indicative fee shown is based on a full-time study load of 50 credit points (four subjects).
Student fees may vary in accordance with:
- The number of subjects studied per term.
- The choice of major or specialisation.
- Choice of subjects.
- Credit from previous study or work experience.
- Eligibility for government-funded loans.
You may also need to pay the student services and amenities fee.
Student fees shown are subject to change. Contact the university directly to confirm.
FEE-HELP loans are available to assist eligible full-fee paying domestic students with the cost of a university course.