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JURIS DOCTOR

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CONTENTS1 Welcome from the Dean,

Professor Bryan Horrigan

2 A message from the JD Program Director

4 Course overview

6 Course structure

7 Elective units

8 Elective choices

9 International experiences with Monash partners

11 Dual degree

13 Clinical legal education

14 Study skills and career support

15 Research centres

16 Entry requirements

18 Key dates

19 Applications

19 How to apply

20 Fees

20 Scholarships

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I am very pleased to introduce the Juris Doctor (JD) program at the Monash Law Faculty.

As a Monash JD Law student, you will have extraordinary and unique opportunities.

You will be joining a world-class law school with a proud history and a demonstrated commitment to provide the best experiential legal education in Australia.

At Monash Law Faculty we educate lawyers for careers across the globe and undertake research that makes a difference to Victoria, Australia and the world at large.

Located in the heart of Melbourne’s legal precinct, our professional city premises for JD and Masters students are in close proximity to major courts, law firms and barristers’ chambers.

You will have access to work-situated experiences where you will learn how law operates in real life by working with clients of your own.

The Monash Law Clinical Guarantee provides you with the opportunity to work in one of our community legal centres, mentored by experienced legal practitioners. You will acquire firsthand legal knowledge and provide an invaluable service to the community, all while earning credit towards your degree.

We offer tremendous travel opportunities. You have the option to study at our Prato campus in Italy and in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, or to undertake student exchanges and visits to other leading partner universities overseas.

Along with these educational benefits, the Monash Law Faculty has one of the largest voluntary student organisations in Australia. Our Law Students’ Society (LSS) has approximately 2500 undergraduate and JD members, and supports students in various ways by providing social events, educational services, career development opportunities and mentoring activities.

A Monash Law degree is recognised internationally, and our graduates hold distinguished roles within and beyond the legal profession, both in Australia and overseas.

We hope you will join the Monash Law Faculty and become part of a vibrant law school.

Best wishes for your future studies.

Professor Bryan Horrigan Dean, Monash Law Faculty

WELCOME

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As the Program Director of the JD, my role is to oversee the smooth running of the program for both students and staff. I have been involved in legal practice and later in legal education both as an administrator and an academic for many years, and I know the Monash JD is a vibrant and unique course.

Features include the small seminar groups with a diverse student body; interactive learning environments where you are encouraged to participate and be involved; a fantastic CBD location where you can organise to visit the courts and tribunals; and the ability to meet and learn from existing barristers and solicitors, as well as renowned academic experts.

There are also international study opportunities available at Monash University international campuses in Malaysia and Prato, Italy; and the chance, later in the course, to work in a community legal centre providing advice and assistance to members of the public.

I look forward to welcoming you to the Monash JD.

Gaye Lansdell Program Director, Juris Doctor

A MESSAGE FROM THE JD PROGRAM DIRECTOR

Prior to commencing my JD study, I worked in China as a lawyer. I chose Monash because it has one of the most prestigious law schools in the world. As someone who endeavours to become an international lawyer, I believe a Monash JD degree will make me stand out when I practice either as an Australian lawyer or a Chinese lawyer.”

GUANYU XUJuris Doctor

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COURSE OVERVIEW

WHY CHOOSE THE MONASH JD?We are internationally recognised as one of the top law schools in the world and are a member of the prestigious Go8 group of universities.

Our JD is specifically designed for graduates from non-law backgrounds and provides an opportunity for you to pursue a career change or follow an ambition to practise law. This course enables graduates to meet the academic requirements for admission as a legal practitioner.

Led by academics who are experts in the teaching and practice of law, our graduates are held in high regard within the legal community. Experienced local practitioners and internationally recognised academic visitors also teach in this program and enrich the educational experience. If you complete the JD you may be able to obtain credit for up to four units towards a master’s degree, completing the master’s within a further six months.

The JD is taught on a trimester basis. Each trimester runs for approximately 12 teaching weeks. Attendance is three years full-time or up to four to six years part-time. Part-time students have access to convenient night classes

CONVENIENT STUDY OPTIONS

Classes are held in a dedicated graduate centre in the heart of Melbourne’s legal precinct at 555 Lonsdale Street, Melbourne.

UNIQUE CBD LOCATION

You have the opportunity to choose up to eight elective units from an extensive range of options.

EXTENSIVE CHOICE OF ELECTIVES

You have the option of participating in our international programs in Prato or Malaysia, or undertaking international internships around the world. We also offer a Monash Faculty of Law/Washington College of Law dual JD degree, giving you the opportunity to gain two degrees after four years of full-time study. We also offer pathways with Oxford University, Cambridge University and Kings College London

INTERNATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES

Graduates of the Monash JD will be eligible to be admitted to practise law in Australia after completing a practical legal training program or a period of supervised workplace training. Graduates intending to practise law outside of Australia should refer to that country’s legal admissions board.

ADMISSION TO LEGAL PRACTICE

Small classes, interactive learning and innovative teaching bring together passionate and dedicated individuals with diverse professional experiences in a stimulating and challenging environment.

INTERACTIVE LEARNING ENVIRONMENT

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OUR GRADUATES ARE HIGHLY SOUGHT AFTEROur graduates are highly sought after by the world’s top law firms. Monash Law consistently ranks in among the top 30 international law schools in the QS World Rankings for Law. Our 17,000+ alumni pursue their careers in every walk of life across over 100+ countries – many occupying positions of influence and leadership in business and government and the not for profit sector.

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COURSE STRUCTURE

The course is well-planned with a predetermined order to ensure you develop the required skills and knowledge to progress through your studies successfully while balancing other demands. After completing most of the compulsory units, you are able undertake elective units from our master’s program.

After three trimesters (or a year), high-performing students may choose to apply to the program director to accelerate their progress and complete the Monash JD in two-and-a-half years where work or other commitments permit.

THREE YEAR FULL-TIME PROGRESSION

Year

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Trimester 1 LAW5000 Australian legal reasoning and methods LAW5001 Principles of criminal law and procedure

Trimester 2 LAW5002 Principles of contract law A LAW5003 Principles of torts

Trimester3 LAW5004 Principles of public law and statutory interpretation

LAW5005 Principles of contract law B LAW5006 Principles of property law

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Trimester 1 LAW5007 Principles of constitutional law LAW5008 Principles of equity LAW5018 Advanced property

Trimester 2 LAW5010 Principles of trusts LAW5011 Principles of company law LAW5012 Principles of evidence

Trimester 3 LAW5013 Principles of litigation and dispute resolution LAW5014 Principles of administrative law Commercial law elective

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Trimester 1 LAW5015 Ethics in legal practice Elective unit Elective unit

Trimester 2 Elective unit Elective unit Elective unit

Trimester 3 Elective unit Professional elective

FOUR YEAR PART-TIME PROGRESSION

Year

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Trimester 1 LAW5000 Australian legal reasoning and methods LAW5001 Principles of criminal law and procedure

Trimester 2 LAW5002 Principles of contract law A LAW5003 Principles of torts

Trimester 3 LAW5004 Principles of public law and statutory interpretation LAW5005 Principles of contract law B

Year

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Trimester 1 LAW5006 Principles of property law LAW5007 Principles of constitutional law

Trimester 2 LAW5008 Principles of equity LAW5009 Advanced property

Trimester 3 LAW5010 Principles of trusts LAW5011 Principles of company law

Year

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Trimester 1 LAW5012 Principles of evidence LAW5013 Principles of litigation and dispute resolution

Trimester 2 LAW5014 Principles of administrative law Commercial law elective

Trimester 3 LAW5015 Ethics in legal practice Elective unit

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Trimester 1 Elective unit Elective unit

Trimester 2 Elective unit Elective unit

Trimester 3 Elective unit Professional elective

Notes1. The course comprises 16 core units plus eight electives including one Commercial law constrained elective and one Professional project constrained elective.2. The course is taught in three trimesters per year, from early January to mid-November.3. All subjects have 36 contact hours, except for Principles of company law, which has 42 hours.

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ELECTIVE UNITS

You have the opportunity to choose up to eight elective units from the Monash law faculty’s diverse master’s program, including skills units and JD-specific units. You will gain experience and knowledge by sharing a classroom with legal professionals undertaking graduate study.

The Monash JD comprises 24 units (16 compulsory units plus eight elective units, including one commercial law constrained elective and one professional project constrained elective), taught in a small seminar-style format that facilitates interactive learning and lively class debate. The initial unit, Australian legal reasoning and methods, provides an introduction to the study of law.

After completing most of the compulsory units you are able to take elective units from our master’s program. Elective units are taught in a variety of formats: intensive or semi-intensive blocks, or over the standard university semester. A Monash JD offers an exceptional breadth of elective units.

Elective units focus on issues as varied as commercial law, dispute resolution, government law and regulatory practice, human rights, intellectual property and communication law, international and comparative law, law and international development, and workplace and employment law. You can choose your elective options and expand your university experience, with a number of different, stimulating and vocationally beneficial opportunities including the following skills units.

SKILLS UNITSLAW5315 Commercial alternative dispute resolution

LAW5344 Negotiation: essential skills for dispute resolution

LAW5355 Advocacy: theory and practice

LAW5050 Professional practice (JD) (12 credit points)

LAW5410 Collaborative practice

LAW5411 Advanced mediation: skills and theory A

LAW5412 Advanced mediation: skills and theory B

Students who wish to practise law in Victoria are required to undertake LAW5015 Ethics in legal practice.

ELECTIVE CHOICES

THE ELECTIVES OFFERED BY MONASH LAW FACULTY MAY INCLUDE■■ Advanced evidence and proof in litigation

■■ Advanced mediation: skills and theory A

■■ Advanced mediation: skills and theory B

■■ Advocacy: theory and practice

■■ Arbitration of international commercial disputes

■■ Australian legal process and research

■■ Australian legal system

■■ Australian tax policy

■■ Banking law

■■ Children's rights in international law

■■ China's legal system

■■ Climate governance and citizen justice

■■ Collaborative practice

■■ Commercial alternative dispute resolution

■■ Comparative international litigation

■■ Competition law

■■ Consumer policy and regulation

■■ Copyright

■■ Copyright x: Monash

■■ Corporate and white collar crime

■■ Corporate finance law

■■ Corporate governance and directors' duties

■■ Corporate insolvency

■■ Corporate law

■■ Current issues in sports law

■■ Defamation law

■■ Design law and practice

■■ Discrimination law and human rights at work

■■ Electronic workplace law

■■ European union law and policy

■■ Forensic family law

■■ Foundations of regulation: policy, principles and practice

■■ Globalisation and international economic law

■■ Health law

■■ Human rights advocacy: Australian law and practice

■■ Human rights, business and the global economy

■■ Indigenous rights and international law

■■ Intellectual property

■■ International banking and finance: law and practice

■■ International commercial disputes resolution advocacy

■■ International criminal law: procedural and practical aspects

■■ International entertainment law

■■ International environmental law

■■ International humanitarian law

■■ International investment law

■■ International labour law

■■ International refugee law and human rights

■■ International trade law

■■ Issues in Chinese business law and civil society

■■ Law of employee relations

■■ Law of workforce management

■■ Local government law

■■ Managing high conflict personalities in legal disputes

■■ Negotiation: essential skills for dispute resolution

■■ Occupational health and safety

■■ Overview of international human rights law

■■ Patenting for commercialisation

■■ Personal property securities

■■ Principles of family law

■■ Principles of government law and administration

■■ Principles of privacy and freedom of information

■■ Principles of succession law

■■ Principles of taxation

■■ Private investment law

■■ Professional practice

■■ Protecting commercial innovation: patents and trade secrets

■■ Psychiatry, psychology and law

■■ Public international law

■■ Regulatory methods

■■ Remedies in commercial disputes

■■ Technology contracts and licensing law

■■ Trade mark practice

■■ Trade marks and commercial designations

■■ Victims, law and mass atrocity

■■ Workplace bargaining and agreements law

■■ Workplace investigations and misconduct

Note: many electives are offered on a rotational basis. They may not be offered every year, but are usually offered every second year.

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INTERNATIONAL EXPERIENCES WITH MONASH PARTNERS

By participating in one of our international programs, you have the opportunity to take one or more electives at an overseas study destination. You can study at the Monash University campus in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, or at the Monash University Centre in Prato, Italy.

MALAYSIA PROGRAMA range of international units with an emphasis on the Asia-Pacific region is on offer at the Monash University Malaysia campus near Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. At the Sunway campus, you can have a truly international study experience in this exciting part of the world. Studying at Monash University Malaysia campus allows you to immerse yourself into life of multicultural Malaysia during your studies.

You are taught in intensive or semi-intensive mode by distinguished academics sourced from our global partners including France, Amsterdam, Canada, Germany, Malaysia and Australia Small classes and the state-of-the-art facilities give you a unique study experience with others from international and local partner universities.

PRATO PROGRAMAnother excellent international venue is the Monash University Prato Centre, which occupies two floors of an elegant 18th-century palace, Plazzo Vaj, in the historic centre of Prato, located near Florence in stunning Tuscany, Italy.

The program allows you to take up to four units during a 12-week session. All units are taught intensively in English by academics from Monash University or from our partner institutions, including: Osgoode Hall Law School, York University; Windsor University, Canada; University of Florence, Italy; Bar-IIan University, Israel; University of Paris XI, France; and Arizona State University, US.

Through this program students can study units with an international and comparative law focus. Electives change yearly but have included units such as comparative criminal law, international commercial arbitration, and international refugee law.

INTERNATIONAL EXCHANGE PROGRAMSMonash JD students are able to undertake an exchange program with partner law schools across the globe. There are more than 100 exchange partner universities in 25 countries. For eligibility and specific programs, please contact the faculty or Monash Abroad.

MONASH JD PATHWAY TO OXFORD STUDY OPPORTUNITYOutstanding JD students now have a pathway opportunity to study graduate Oxford University degrees – the Bachelor of Civil Law (BCL) or the Masters in Law and Finance. By completing the one academic year of the BCL or Masters in Law and Finance degree in Oxford, the JD students, who should have one semester of their JD degree to complete, may obtain credit of the BCL or the Masters in Law and Finance towards the JD degree.

MONASH-CAMBRIDGE DEGREE PATHWAY OPPORTUNITYOutstanding Monash Bachelor of Laws (LLB) and Juris Doctor (JD) students have a pathway opportunity to study one of the following graduate Cambridge University Law degrees:

■■ Master of Law (LLM) or

■■ Masters Degree in Corporate Law (MCL) programs

Eligible students can use successful completion of their Cambridge law degree as credit towards their Monash LLB or JD degree. Upon successful completion of either of these programs at Cambridge, students will receive an LLB or a JD from Monash and either an LLM or an MCL from Cambridge.

MONASH-KING’S PATHWAY OPPORTUNITYOutstanding Monash Bachelor of Laws (LLB) and Juris Doctor (JD) students have a pathway opportunity to study the LLM Program at the Dickson Poon School of Law, King’s College London, United Kingdom (King’s).

My advice for anyone considering embarking on a degree with the Monash Faculty of Law is to take advantage of what is offered outside the classroom.”

JASON BAILEY Juris Doctor

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DUAL DEGREE

MONASH FACULTY OF LAW/WASHINGTON COLLEGE OF LAWWe offer a dual-degree program with Washington College of Law (WCL), at American University, Washington, DC. The international JD program provides an excellent opportunity to acquire valuable onsite education and skills to work as a ‘local’ lawyer in both Australia and the US.

The duration of our dual JD program is four years for full-time students, with two years of full-time study in Washington, DC. Upon completion of the dual degree, students will be able to sit the US bar examination and/or start the practical legal training process to see admission to practice in Victoria.

Students who have completed 54 credit points in the JD program at Monash are eligible to apply, with places allocated on a competitive basis for up to three students each year. Selection is based on academic merit and is open to local and international students who are from a country other than the US.

In addition to smaller classes and a wide range of electives, the best aspects of studying at Monash for me include the individual approach to each student and willingness to help whenever possible. Monash has helped me to build skills to be successful in a highly competitive environment.”

NADYA VOLOSHINAJuris Doctor

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CLINICAL LEGAL EDUCATION /PROFESSIONAL PRACTICEFrom 2018, Monash University will guarantee all Law students the opportunity to undertake a professional practice unit as part of your degree. Professional practice units involve a work placement at one of our community legal centres. Mentored by experienced legal practitioners, you will acquire firsthand legal experience and provide an invaluable service to the community. Best of all, you will earn credit towards your Law degree.

Our pioneering Monash Clinical Legal Education program has been running since the 1970’s and provides students with the opportunity to gain hands-on legal training during their law degree. We believe that this is one of the best ways to learn the skills required to practise law. Working on real cases with real clients, you are under the expert supervision of our legal practitioners.

The program offers the following benefits:

■■ Students provide advice to clients of all socioeconomic backgrounds under professional supervision

■■ Clinics enhance students’ understanding of the law’s purposes and social responsibilities

■■ Participation empowers students to undertake independent work that greatly enhances their skills

When undertaking a Clinical Legal Education elective, you develop skills relating to the practice of law and then put the knowledge learned in the classroom into a practical context with real clients. The program develops core vocational skills such as client interviewing and legal diagnosis, oral and written legal negotiation, accountability, time management, mediation and court advocacy.

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The professional practice unit is unique to Monash, and one that I found highly rewarding.”

JANELLE PEPPIN

My advice for anyone considering embarking on a degree with the Monash Faculty of Law is to take advantage of what is offered outside the classroom.

JASON BAILEY

STUDY SKILLS AND CAREER SUPPORT

Monash University Careers and Employment works to optimise your opportunities to enhance your career outcomes.

CAREERS SERVICEA range of programs and resources is available, including targeted programs to prepare you for the law graduate market, as well as job opportunities, internships and clerkships.

Other helpful services include:

■■ Assistance with vacation, part-time and casual employment

■■ Careers counselling

■■ Careers library

■■ Assistance with resume writing

JD LAW STUDENTS’ SOCIETY (LSS)The Monash Law Students’ Society is the largest student-run law society in Australia. The JD division caters for events and seminars specifically for the JD program. The committee members are all current JD students who have volunteered their time to achieve a goal of improving the JD experience.

The LSS JD portfolio offers free events such as career nights, mock interviews, end of trimester drinks, barbecues, mooting competitions, mental wellbeing seminars, SWOT VAC revision tutorials and much more. The LSS is a great way to get involved with student life and highlights involvement in extracurricular activities to potential employers.

RESEARCH AND STUDY SUPPORTThe Monash Law Library based at Clayton is considered one of the finest and most user-friendly law libraries in Australia, where research librarians are available to help with your enquiries. There is a library node at the Monash University Law Chambers containing a collection of textbooks from the Monash University Library. The node has been set up for graduate units run at the Law Chambers.

You can also place requests for books held at library branches via monash.edu/library. For your convenience the node offers pick-up, borrowing and return services. Further details of online resources, drop-in sessions, classes and workshops are available on the library website.

CAREER PATHWAYSGraduates of the Monash JD are highly sought-after and valued by potential employers. Diverse professional experiences and high levels of commitment to legal practice are desirable qualities in today’s competitive market. The Monash JD opens up a wide variety of career pathways to students, and graduates have found employment in a range of rich and diverse career avenues, within the legal profession and beyond.

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RESEARCH CENTRES

We have earned an international reputation for our work of our dedicated research centres.

AUSTRALIAN CENTRE FOR JUSTICE INNOVATIONThe Australian Centre for Justice Innovation (ACJI) supports an overarching Australian approach in respect to research and evaluation into the important fields of court administration, operation, innovation and non-adversarial justice.

ACJI is a research and teaching centre that is a joint initiative between the Faculty of Law at Monash and the Australasian Institute for Judicial Administration (AIJA).

The centre has a strong focus on innovation in the justice system and non-adversarial justice, providing exceptional research and evaluation and educational programs. It marries an overarching Australian approach to research into, and evaluation of, court administration, operation and innovation, and non-adversarial justice with strong links to international centres, including the Center for Justice Innovation (New York). This dual focus ensures that ACJI’s research and evaluation framework is informed and relevant to modern dispute and justice settings.

monash.edu/law/centres/acji

THE CASTAN CENTRE FOR HUMAN RIGHTS LAWThe Castan Centre seeks to promote and protect human rights through its world-renowned public scholarship. In pursuit of this mission, the centre works in the key areas of research, teaching, public education, policy and student programs.

The centre is a trusted voice on human rights. It regularly advises governments, is active in the media and on social media, and mentors many of the human rights leaders of tomorrow.

The centre is named after Ron Castan AM QC (1939 – 1999), a passionate advocate for the recognition and protection of human rights, and a distinguished member of the Victorian Bar.

monash.edu/law/castancentre

THE CENTRE FOR COMMERCIAL LAW AND REGULATORY STUDIESThe Monash Centre for Commercial Law and Regulatory Studies (CLARS) seeks to foster innovative research in commercial law and regulatory theory and practice, exploring contemporary questions from a variety of perspectives (including legal and regulatory theory, empirical research and case studies).

CLARS has two major and related research program areas that represent core units – Commercial Law and Practice, and Regulatory Theory and Practice – with demonstrable research mass and scale from the governmental, health, and other areas integrated with either or both of them.

law.monash.edu/centres/commercial-law-group

Many of the centre’s members also sit on Monash law faculty’s graduate advisory boards, where they review units within their area of specialisation, provide advice regarding relevant offerings for the following year, and make recommendations on the creation of new units.

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ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

MINIMUM ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTSApplicants for the Monash JD must hold a recognised undergraduate degree. Selection is a competitive process based primarily on academic merit. An undergraduate degree (or equivalent) with at least a Grade Point Average (GPA) of 5.0 on a 7 point scale, or qualification/experience or satisfactory substitute that the faculty considers to be equivalent.

Or

An undergraduate degree (or equivalent) with at least a Grade Point Average (GPA) of 4.0 on a 7 point scale and LSAT score of 150+ (taken within 5 years prior to applying for admission).

Or

If, in addition to a bachelor degree (or equivalent) the applicant has incomplete studies in a law admission degree course, a˛minimum GPA of 5.0 on a 7 point scale in the law studies, with no fail result in the final year, is required. Credit for prior studies, up to a maximum of 48 points may be awarded.

The minimum requirement to be eligible for a Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP) is a GPA of 6.4 on a 7-point scale. The actual GPA required depends on the number and standard of applicants received during that selection period. Selection for CSP is highly competitive, with the limited number of places being awarded to applicants with the highest academic ranking. All applicants can only apply for a full-fee place and will be automatically considered for their eligibility for a Commonwealth Supported Place.

Applicants wishing to transfer from a JD course at another university are assessed on their entire academic history. Where applicants have incomplete studies in a law admission degree course, a minimum GPA of 5.2 on a 7-point scale in the law studies, with no fail result in the final year, is required.

EXTRA REQUIREMENTSApplicants who have not completed any formal study in the past eight years are required to submit a current curriculum vitae and a completed Monash JD personal statement. The personal statement may include your reasons for wanting to study law, why you want to study at Monash Faculty of Law, any voluntary work or relevant work experience, any applicable achievements and other relevant aspects that you feel will improve your application.

Note: personal statement should be no longer than one typed A4 page.

ENGLISH REQUIREMENTSAll applicants need to satisfy the University’s English language requirements.

See policy.monash.edu/policy-bank/academic/education/admissions/admissions-coursework-courses-units-of-study-procedures.html

Minimum English Language Requirements

■■ IELTS 7.0 overall with Writing: 7.0 and no other band less than 6.0

■■ TOEFL Paper-based test: 587 with a TWE of 5

■■ TOEFL Internet-based test: score of 94 overall with Writing: 27, Reading 13, Listening 13, Speaking 18.

UNIVERSITY ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTSMinimum entrance requirements for admission to Monash University Australia.

See monash.edu/admissions/apply/domestic-pg.html

I choose Monash Law School because it is regarded as one of the best law schools in Australia. After doing research into the school, I found that graduates have achieved great prominence in the legal field, not only nationally but also internationally.

I chose to go overseas to attend the Monash Law School because it was a great opportunity to study abroad and attend a university that is renowned for its academic quality. Also, Melbourne is a beautiful city with a vibrant arts culture.”

FAYE PANIS (Canadian student)Juris Doctor

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APPLICATIONS

DOMESTIC STUDENTS INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

Attendance types City; full-time, part-time City; full-time

Intakes January, May and August January, May and August

Duration 3 years full-time, 4 – 8 years part-time 3 years

Credit points 144 total for course 144 total for course

Fees for 2017 Domestic full fee: $37,600 AUD

Fees quoted are for 48 credit points representing a standard full-time course load for one year pro rata.

Course cost for 144 credit points: $112,800

International fee: $40,900 AUD

Fees quoted are for 48 credit points representing a standard full-time course load for one year pro rata.

Course cost for 144 credit points: $122,700

Note: fees are indicative and are subject to change

KEY DATES

MONASH JD INTAKES

Trimester 3 2017 Trimester 1 2018 Trimester 2 2018 Trimester 3 2018

Course commencement period

2017 Spring semester

(August start)

2018 Summer semester

(January start)

2018 Winter semester

(May start)

2018 Spring semester

(August start)

Applications close 15 August 2017 4 December 2017 26 April 2018 30 July 2018

CSP applications close: 31 July 2017 4 December 2017 9 April 2018 10 August 2018

Welcome orientation 15 August 2017 9 January 2018 24 April 2018 14 August 2018

Course commencement 21 August 2017 15 January 2018 30 April 2018 20 August 2018

Note: dates may be subject to change

HOW TO APPLY

DOMESTIC APPLICATIONS

1. SUBMIT AN ONLINE APPLICATION monash.edu/law/future-students/jd/applications-domestic

2. PROVIDE SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION AS DETAILED BELOW.

Supporting documentation

Applicants must submit the following documents to support an application:

■■ original or certified copies of official academic transcripts for all tertiary studies undertaken, including any incomplete studies and any studies for which you have been granted credit into your completed degree;

■■ proof of Australian citizenship or permanent residency;

■■ academic transcripts for any studies undertaken at Monash University are not required; however, applicants still need to list any studies taken at Monash University in their application.

Applicants with no formal study completed within the past eight years are required to submit:

■■ a current curriculum vitae; and

■■ a personal statement.

Applicants applying for credit should refer to the credit transfer information. A credit application form and the required supporting documentation must be uploaded with the online application in order to be assessed.

INTERNATIONAL APPLICATIONS

1. SUBMIT AN ONLINE APPLICATIONmonash.edu/law/future-students/jd/how-to-apply/applications-international

2. PROVIDE ORIGINAL OR CERTIFIED SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION OF THE FOLLOWING:

■■ Applicants must have successfully completed English entry requirements within 24 months prior to the study commencement date (for further information refer to English Requirements p16);

■■ a detailed current curriculum vitae; and

■■ original or certified copies of academic transcripts including evidence of all tertiary studies undertaken.

■■ academic transcripts for any studies undertaken at Monash University are not required; however, applicants still need to list any studies taken at Monash University in their application.

If your documentation is in a language other than English, an official certified translation must be provided.

For more information visit monash.edu/law/future-students/jd/how-to-apply/applications-international

FEES

Australian permanent resident visa holders (residing in Australia) and New Zealand citizens (residing in Australia) are eligible to apply as domestic students. Australian citizens and humanitarian resident visa holders (residing in Australia) may apply for a FEE-HELP loan.

For more information on FEE-HELP and Commonwealth Supported Places (HECS-Help) visit the Australian Government website, studyassist.gov.au In addition to the tuition fees, international students must have Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC).

For information on current fees, refer to monash.edu/study/coursefinder/course/L6005

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SCHOLARSHIPS

DODSON INDIGENOUS JURIS DOCTOR SCHOLARSHIP

BENEFITS:■■ Tuition fees paid for the Monash JD

■■ $20,000 for a full-time study load (48 credit points), paid per year until the minimum points for your degree are completed

■■ Access to a personal academic mentor

■■ $2,500 travel grant to take part in the Monash Prato program

■■ $1,000 Legibook voucher

SELECTION:■■ Based on academic achievement

■■ The selection panel will give preference to your application if it shows evidence of community-mindedness and active involvement in community work (short-listed students will be contacted regarding this)

ELIGIBILITY:■■ Indigenous Australian background

■■ Hold or about to complete an undergraduate degree or equivalent qualification recognised for admission to the Monash JD

■■ Intend to enrol as a Monash JD student attending the city campus.

For more information monash.edu/students/scholarships/current/view/jurisdoctor-indigenous

MONASH JURIS DOCTOR MERIT AND EQUITY SCHOLARSHIP

BENEFITS:■■ Tuition fees paid for the minimum

number of credit points required to complete the degree

SELECTION:■■ Award on the basis of academic

achievement and need

ELIGIBILITY:■■ An Australian citizen, a New Zealand

citizen, a holder of an Australian permanent resident visa or holder of a permanent humanitarian visa

■■ A commencing or continuing Monash University postgraduate (coursework) student who is enrolled or intending to enrol full-time as a Monash JD student, attending the Monash Law City Campus; and

■■ From one of more of Monash University’s defined equity or personal disadvantage groups

− Financial disadvantage

− Indigenous Australiana

− Recent refugee

− Experiencing difficult circumstances

− From reginal or remote areas of Australia

− Have a disability or long-term medical condition

For more information study.monash/fees-scholarships/scholarships/find/merit-and-equity-scholarships/monash-juris-doctor-6066

MONASH JURIS DOCTOR SCHOLARSHIP FOR ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE

BENEFITS: ■■ Tuition fees paid and $1000pa for

the minimum number of credit points required to complete the degree.

■■ Additional $3000 one-off payment to international students in their first year of study to contribute to travel and relocation costs.

SELECTION:■■ Awarded on the basis of academic

achievement

■■ Two scholarships available – one for a domestic student and one for an international student.

ELIGIBILITY:■■ An Australian citizen, a New Zealand

citizen, a holder of an Australian permanent resident visa or holder of a permanent humanitarian visa, or an international student.

■■ A commencing Monash University postgraduate (coursework) student who is enrolled or intending to enrol full-time as a Monash JD student, attending the Monash Law City Campus.

■■ Completion, or are about to complete, an undergraduate degree or equivalent qualification recognised for admission to the Monash JD Program with a minimum GPA 6.9/ 7.0 or LSAT score of above 170.

For more information monash.edu/students/scholarships/current/postgraduate

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MONASH JURIS DOCTOR ASYLUM SEEKER SCHOLARSHIP

BENEFITS■■ Full tuition fees paid and $1000pa for

the minimum number of credit points required to complete the degree.

■■ Additional $3000 one-off payment for the first year of study to contribute to travel and relocation costs if applicable.

SELECTION ■■ Awarded on the basis of need

■■ One scholarship available per calendar year.

ELIGIBILITY ■■ A holder of an Australian Bridging

Visa A or E.

■■ A commencing Monash University postgraduate (coursework) student who is enrolled or intending to enrol full-time as a Monash JD student, attending the Monash Law City Campus.

■■ Previous completion, or are about to complete, an undergraduate degree or equivalent qualification recognised for admission to the Master of Laws (Juris Doctor) Program.

For more information monash.edu/students/scholarships/current/postgraduate

MONASH JURIS DOCTOR EQUITY SCHOLARSHIP

BENEFITS■■ Tuition fees paid and $1000pa for

the minimum number of credit points required to complete the degree.

SELECTION ■■ Awarded on the basis of need

■■ Number of scholarships offered is variable, depending on funding.

ELIGIBILITY ■■ An Australian citizen, a New Zealand

citizen, a holder of an Australian permanent resident visa or holder of a permanent humanitarian visa

■■ A commencing or continuing Monash University postgraduate (coursework) student who is enrolled or intending to enrol full-time as a Monash JD student, attending the Monash Law City Campus

■■ Previously completed, or are about to complete, an undergraduate degree or equivalent qualification recognised for admission to the Master of Laws (Juris Doctor) Program

■■ From one or more of Monash University’s defined equity or personal disadvantage groups

− Financial disadvantage

− Indigenous Australians

− Recent refugee

− Experiencing difficult circumstances

− From regional and remote areas of Australia

− Have a disability or long-term medical condition

For more information monash.edu/students/scholarships/current/postgraduate

MONASH JURIS DOCTOR LAW DEAN’S SCHOLARSHIP

BENEFITS■■ Tuition fees paid and $1000pa for

the minimum number of credit points required to complete the degree.

SELECTION ■■ An Australian citizen, a New Zealand

citizen, a holder of an Australian permanent resident visa or holder of a permanent humanitarian visa.

■■ A commencing Monash University postgraduate (coursework) student who is enrolled or intending to enrol full-time as a Monash JD student, attending the Monash Law City Campus.

■■ Previously completed, or are about to complete, an undergraduate degree or equivalent qualification recognised for admission to the Master of Laws (Juris Doctor) Program.

■■ Up to two scholarships available.

ELIGIBILITY ■■ An Australian citizen, a New Zealand

citizen, a holder of an Australian permanent resident visa or holder of a permanent humanitarian visa.

■■ A commencing Monash University postgraduate (coursework) student who is enrolled or intending to enrol full-time as a Monash JD student, attending the Monash Law City Campus.

■■ Previously completed, or are about to complete, an undergraduate degree or equivalent qualification recognised for admission to the Master of Laws (Juris Doctor) Program.

For more information. monash.edu/students/scholarships/current/postgraduate

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FURTHER INFORMATIONFor further information, please visit the Monash graduate website at: monash.edu/law/postgraduate

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