Almost all industries depend on people with an understanding of the law and skills in legal reasoning. With the UNE Diploma in Paralegal Studies, you will build the preparatory knowledge and skills you need to advance your career in a variety of in-demand legal sectors. Be supported by an expert teaching team to build you expertise, and study online in a timeframe that suits your lifestyle.
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Diploma in Paralegal Studies
Duration 1 year(s)
Tuition Fee
AUD 30,200 / year
Next Intake 24-Jun-2024
Diploma in Paralegal Studies
About
- demonstrate knowledge and have an understanding of law's purpose and its application;
- demonstrate an ability to reflect upon and appreciate law's effect on society;
- demonstrate an introductory knowledge of the fundamental areas of law, law's values and principles, and an awareness of Indigenous legal issues;
- demonstrate an awareness of personal and social responsibility through an awareness of ethical issues in a legal context; and
- be accountable for their own learning by being independent and self-directed learners, and personally practising ethical conduct.
Requirements
Entry Requirements
Middle Eastern Secondary School Leaving Certificate (Tawjihi).
- Grade average of 88 in the final year results, or
- Successful completion of a recognised pre-tertiary, or
- Foundation program OR successful completion of one year study at a recognised tertiary, or
- Higher education institution is required in addition to the completion of High School studies
Career
Whether you're already working in law and want to upskill, or you want to change careers, you can pursue a legal career in a range of areas including:
- paralegal, legal secretary or law-related professional working in a law firm or legal practice
- paralegal or legal roles in banking and finance, communications and public relations or corporate governance
- legal roles in court administration, information technology publishing, justice departments, politics and public policy making.
Other career information
The Diploma of Paralegal Studies will equip you with knowledge of the fundamentals of the Australian legal system and transferable skills in communication and critical thinking to apply to a range of careers.
Fee Information
Tuition Fee
AUD 30,200 / yearHow to Apply
If you are an international student and want to study one of the following programs at UNE, you can apply online.
- Undergraduate (Bachelor) programs
- Postgraduate (Graduate Certificate, Graduate Diploma or Masters) coursework programs
- International Exchange and Study Abroad
- English Language Centre programs
- Individual UNE units (Non-Award)
Ensure that you attach certified copies of transcripts of all relevant previous studies including:
- proof of completion
- photo page from passport or another birth record
- evidence of English language proficiency
- any other documentation requested in the online form
If your documents are in a language other than English, please provide an officially certified English translation with certified copies of the original documents.
Diploma in Paralegal Studies
University of New England
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Armidale
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