Bachelor of Legal and Dispute Studies

RMIT University

Australia, Melbourne

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RMIT University

Australia , Melbourne

Key Facts

Program Level

Bachelor

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Course Code

052088A

Application Fee

AUD 100

Campuses

Melbourne City

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake DeadlinesJuly-2025

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Duration 3 year(s)

Tuition Fee

AUD 35,520 / year

Next Intake July-2025

Bachelor of Legal and Dispute Studies

About

The Bachelor of Legal and Dispute Studies offers insight into the social, political and ethical aspects of law within Australia and other countries.

Through your studies, you will develop skills in law and alternative dispute resolution practices. You'll be prepared for employment in private law firms, government, corporations, tribunals, courts, NGOs and community legal services.

You will gain knowledge and skills in legal research and practice, critical thinking, policy analysis, civil and criminal law, international human rights and alternative dispute resolution processes. You’ll develop a deeper understanding of the legal system and become better equipped to create a more just and responsible world.

Why study legal and dispute studies at RMIT?

Boost career opportunities

Undertake a 50-day supervised field placement or internship, gaining practical experience and building your network.

Strong industry links

Benefit from close links with the Dispute Resolution Centre, the court system, community legal centres and criminal justice agencies.

Global connections

Gain an international perspective with the opportunity to undertake international study tours and study a semester overseas.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

You must have successfully completed a qualification recognised by RMIT as equivalent to the Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) with a minimum average of 70% (see calculator below).

Equivalent qualifications may also include completion of the RMIT Foundation Studies program or a recognised post secondary diploma in the relevant discipline with the required grades.

Meeting the minimum academic requirements does not guarantee entry. Your application will still need to be assessed and accepted.

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English Program Requirements

To study this course you will need to complete one of the following English proficiency tests:

IELTS (Academic): minimum overall band of 6.5 (with no individual band below 6.0)
TOEFL (Internet Based Test - IBT): minimum overall score of 79 (with minimum of 13 in Reading, 12 in Listening, 18 in Speaking and 21 in Writing)
Pearson Test of English (Academic) (PTE (A)): minimum score of 58 (with no communication band less than 50)
Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): minimum of 176 with no less than 169 in any component.

For detailed information on English language requirements and other proficiency tests recognised by RMIT, visit English language requirements and equivalency information.

Don't meet the English language test scores? Complete an English for Academic Purposes (EAP) Advanced Plus at RMIT University Pathways (RMIT UP).

Career

Graduates work in administration and research within a legal context or as human rights and community workers in government and non-government agencies, or progress to further studies in law, mediation and negotiation.

Employment opportunities are primarily in the paralegal field for roles as dispute resolution professionals, and in policy positions in:

private firms
government departments
corporations
legal aid
council legal offices
tribunals
activist organisations
community legal services.

Prospective careers

paralegal
Indigenous services liaison
youth justice officer
legal aid
law clerk
victim support officer
legal policy officer
counsellor
judge’s associate
case manager.

Fee Information

Tuition Fee

AUD 35,520

Application Fee

AUD 100

How to Apply

Step 1: Find a course

Step 2: Check the entry requirements

Step 3: Collect required documents

Step 4: Submit your application

If you are applying for on-campus study in a coursework program (Bachelor, Associate Degree or Honours), use the online application system for international students.

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