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Universities Australia Griffith University - Gold Coast Campus Courses Graduate Diploma of Law Research Studies

Graduate Diploma of Law Research Studies
at Griffith University - Gold Coast Campus

Southport, Australia

Tuition Fee AU$ 33,500
Country Rank-
Duration12 Months
Score IELTS: 6.5

Program Overview

The Graduate Diploma of Law Research Studies is an 80 credit point program designed to provide graduates in the Law discipline with the opportunity to undertake advanced study in research methodology and to undertake supervised research work, in the discipline area appropriate to their research trajectory.

The program provides the necessary preparation for entry into a higher degree research program (Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Master of Philosophy (MPhil), or equivalent program) for applicants who do not possess the required qualifications for direct admission into these programs. The program will also be available to students who wish to undertake advanced studies in the identified disciplinary fields, but who may not wish to progress to MPhil or PhD study.

Course Content
The Program Director ensures that the published program information on this website is accurate and helpful for students' enrolment and progress. The Program Director provides students with guidance on program-related matters including making decisions on specific aspects of a student's study program, enrolment, progress, credit and eligibility to graduate.

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Students must complete the following courses (alternative courses may be approved by the Program Director):
- Listed Law elective (see Note 1)
- Legal Research Methods - 6001LAW
- Listed Law elective (see Note 2)
- Thesis Work in Progress - 6002LAW_Y1 (capstone course)
- Listed Law elective (see Note 1)
- Listed Law elective (see Note 2)
- Thesis Completion - 6002LAW_Y2 (capstone course)
Entry Requirement
To be eligible for admission to the Graduate Diploma of Law Research Studies, a student must:
- hold an undergraduate degree in a related discipline from a recognised University (or another tertiary education institution of equivalent standing) with a minimum grade point average of 5.0 (using a 7.0 point scale) over the last two years of the Bachelor degree
- OR hold a Masters degree in a related discipline from a recognised University (or another tertiary education institution of equivalent standing)
As a condition of acceptance into the program, students will be required to find a suitable supervisor or supervisors and have their research project approved by the supervisor/s and the Program Director. Students requiring assistance in finding a suitable supervisor should contact a HDR Convenor in Law. The supervisor/s will be responsible for assessing and recommending applications for admission into the program and plans for programs of study, and will act as the nominated student contact for any concerns and issues that arise in their study. The Program Director will have final approval for admissions into the program.
Fees & Scholarships
International students

An International student is one who is not:
- an Australian or New Zealand citizen or
- a person who has Australian permanent resident status.
Tuition fee

$33,500(80 CP)
Career Prospect
The research capabilities developed through the program will be appropriate for students seeking employment in research fields.

Cost Of Studying At Griffith University - Gold Coast Campus

Interest rates as low as 8.9% ^*

250K+

Students Assisted

800Cr+

Loan Amount Disbursed

5000+

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Graduate Diploma of Law Research Studies at Griffith University - Gold Coast Campus