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This program meets one of the knowledge requirements of becoming a registered Migration Agent in Australia. The Office of the Migration Agents Registration Authority (OMARA) recognises Griffith University as a provider of the Graduate Diploma of Australian Migration Law and Practice. Applicants intending to register should also ensure they meet OMARA requirements for registration. Only Australian citizens (or those holding permanent resident visas) can register with OMARA.Our courses are specifically designed to equip emerging migration agents to meet the Occupational Competency Standards for Registered Migration Agents. Graduates are equipped with a broad range of knowledge about the theoretical and practical aspects required to succeed in this occupation. Our program and course design, as well as our online capstone preparation module are important components in supporting students as part of their own study for the independent capstone exam (see OMARA website for details).As a registered Migration Agent, there are a range of opportunities to specialise in certain areas or assist clients with a broad range of important work.Registered Migration Agents have a great deal of career flexibility, with the ability to work in large corporate settings, or to run their own sole trader business from home.This program is open both to lawyers and to those without a legal background - specifically those who wish to become a registered migration agent . As a currently registered migration agent wishing to complete the program, you should also note that it will provide credit towards Continuing Professional Development (CPD) requirements. The program may also offer credit to lawyers for CPD. You should check with the relevant law society in this regard.This program is also suitable for people working in industries where having knowledge of migration law is important, including accountants, engineers, ICT professionals and paralegals.Note: Graduates of this award intending to apply to the <a href="https://www.mara.gov.au/" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Office of the Migration Agents Registration Authority (OMARA)</a> for registration as a Migration Agent must also pass a separate capstone exam. OMARA will provide details of this separate requirement on its website.

Take a step towards becoming a registered Migration Agent in Australia. This program is open both to lawyers and to those without a legal background. Applicants intending to register should also ensure they meet OMARA requirements for registration. 

Graduate Diploma of Australian Migration Law and Practice

The Graduate Diploma in Laws is a graduate diploma level course in law for graduates of other disciplines. This is an innovative model of postgraduate education grounded in problem-based learning.This course articulates with the 18 unit Graduate Certificate in Laws and the 108 unit Juris Doctor, and the sequentially developed topics enable progression through the 3 awards.This course is also available as an exit award from the 108 unit Juris Doctor, subject to meeting the requirements of the Program of Study below. Graduates who complete the Graduate Diploma in Laws cannot be admitted to Legal Practice without completing further academic studies and practical training.

Graduate Diploma in  Laws

The Graduate Diploma in Australian Migration Law and Practice equips students with the knowledge, understanding and practical skills required to practice as a qualified migration agent in Australia. The degree emphasises problem-based, real-life interactive learning experiences. The graduate diploma is the minimum qualification for individuals seeking registration in Australia as a migration agent.
Upon successful completion of the degree and the capstone exam administered by the Office of Migration Agents Registration Authority (OMARA), graduates may seek registration to practice as a registered migration agent. There are additional requirements for registration as a migration agent.

Get set for work as a qualified migration agent in Australia. Learn through problem-based, real-life interactive experiences. Equip yourself with the knowledge, understanding and practical skills required to work in migration.

Graduate Diploma in Australian Migration Law and Practice

Introduction to Legal Studies

Legal Research & Writing

Counter-Terrorism Law

Foundations of Law

Health Law, Ethics and Policy

Legal Process and Statutory Interpretation

Law, Crime and Justice

Planning Law

Ethics, Social Responsibility and the Law

Indigenous Peoples and the Law

An understanding of how the legal system works is a valuable skill for students pursuing a wide range of career outcomes. This subject is suited to non-law students and provides a comprehensive introduction to legal studies, starting you on the path to achieving an understanding of how legal systems operate in Australia and elsewhere. You will explore the ways in which the law is made, and how law applies in various contemporary contexts. As part of your study, you will also develop introductory level skills in legal research, writing and analysis.

Welcome to the Australia legal system. You’ll explore who makes laws and how it’s done. Make a start on your legal research and writing skills. Gain an overview of the legal profession and think about where you might fit.

This subject introduces students to law, government, and criminal justice in Australia. It explores how laws are made, the influence of politics on law reform, the role of the media, protections for human rights, and the elements of criminal responsibility. It considers the historical treatment of First Nations peoples in Australia&#39;s legal system and the role that law plays in promoting justice and accountability. This knowledge provides a foundation for further study on criminal law and justice systems.

Study the ideas and institutions that contribute to law and its production. You’ll examine the relationship between rules, morality, and justice. Consider the rule of law and the role of judges. Zoom in on First Nations Peoples and the law.

This introductory subject will help you to gain a foundation in contemporary legal knowledge: from how the legal system operates to how the law is made, and its role in our changing society. You will learn how to find and interpret the principal sources of law as well as apply legal principles to solve problems. Additionally, you will develop your skills in planning, organising and communicating complex material. Whether you are studying this subject as the first step towards a legal career or to broaden your general knowledge, this subject will help you to develop the knowledge and capabilities necessary to be a successful learner and valuable professional.

Get to grips with the legal system. Take a deep dive into how the law is made, the operations of the legal system, and the role that this all plays in society. Learn basic methods of legal analysis, and develop skills in legal research and writing.

In an era of global business transformation and the rise of privatisation, studying Contract Law will equip you with a solid understanding of the journey through a contract, ensuring you have the skills to apply to real-world business scenarios.   This subject examines the legal aspects of obligations arising from agreements or promises and will provide you with a thorough overview of the formation of enforceable contracts, identifying and defining terms, performance, discharge and remedies.  This subject meets the Priestley requirements for contracts.

Cover principles of common law, equity, statutory provisions, interpretation and enforceability in relation to contracts. Use critical thinking, communication and judgement to analyse case law, persuade and find solutions.

Contract Law

Investigate the legal, ethical and policy issues in Australia and internationally. This course takes an inquiry-based learning approach and is driven by your own curiosity and questions.  Exploring, discussing and questioning, while being open to new ideas is the essence of learning and the basic premise for Inquiry-Based Learning. This course has been designed to guide you through the process of critically exploring resources, considering questions, engaging in discussion with your peers, and reflecting on your learning. UniSA Online’s 10-week short courses give you the flexibility to up-skill in a certain area, stay current with developments in your field, diversify your knowledge, or even explore a new direction in your career – without having to commit to the time and cost of a full university degree.  Delivered 100% online, you’ll be able to study where and when it suits you. Access online academic and student support seven days a week, fit study around work and life commitments, view learning resources 24/7, and log in to the interactive online environment anywhere, any time and on any device. This is a second-year course from UniSA Online’s Bachelor of Public Health degree. Please note: you are responsible for completing any relevant prerequisite courses before enrolling in this course.Should your course have an exam it will be scheduled for Australian Central Standard Time or Australian Central Daylight Time, depending on the time of the year.

This subject is designed to familiarise you with the advanced and specialist knowledge of interviewing in the context of the practice of law, advocacy and the preparation for litigation. You will gain a broad understanding of theories of psychology, law, communication and linguistics relevant to interviewing and recognising the legal, social, cultural and political factors that may impact on questioning and interviewing different cohorts. These include children, juveniles, the elderly, the vulnerable, victims and suspects of crime, people living with disability and First Nations people. You will also apply your theoretical knowledge to develop your practical skills in interviewing questioning and communication techniques with a view to preparing written witness testimony.

Interviewing for Advocacy

Responding and successfully resolving disputes is a core skill for lawyers. Skills in dispute resolution add value to your role in a wide range of workplaces. This subject equips you with a thorough understanding of ADR processes both in criminal and civil matters such as arbitration, negotiation, conciliation and mediation. The subject also examines Australian Indigenous Peoples&#39; dispute resolution processes. There are opportunities to critically analyse disputes and evaluate alternatives to litigation. You may build your capabilities in the art of effective listening and negotiating. These are fundamental bases of ADR. These skills are in high demand across many industries.

Alternative Dispute Resolution

This subject introduces you to the key elements of domestic Australian and Indigenous legal systems, and considers how they compare with other legal systems around the world. You will gain an introduction into how law is made in Australia by courts and the legislature, within Australia’s constitutional framework, and consider how Tasmania’s legislature and the courts have addressed contemporary and historical social issues. You will consider how a person’s place within society influences the way they perceive and evaluate law and will be introduced to several ethical issues and rules that arise for different actors within the legal system. This will be your first opportunity to learn skills that are fundamental to your future studies and careers in law: working effectively in small groups; critical thinking; how to read and take good notes from class and texts; and how to manage study time to achieve success in law.

Public international law permeates most areas of Australian law and it is therefore essential for law graduates to have a solid grounding in the sources and methodology of international law. This subject develops students&#39; understanding of the sources of international law, state responsibility, international dispute settlement, and treaty making. It introduces students to specific fields of international law, including international humanitarian law, environmental, human rights and Indigenous issues, the Antarctic Treaty system, the use of force and the relationship between international and Australian law. The subject fosters students&#39; interest and engagement with international law by exploring links with a range of contemporary contentious political issues both nationally and internationally. A key component of the subject is to introduce and practise a range of fundamental legal research skills that are essential to investigating International Law studies and wider legal studies.

International Law

This subject provides you with a comprehensive introduction to substantive criminal law as well as an introduction to the key elements of criminal procedure.  After completing this subject, you will be able to identify the essential elements of an offence and of selected defences and apply the general principles of the criminal law.  You will understand the distinction between substantive and procedural law as well as the procedural framework that applies to criminal law, with opportunities to apply your knowledge and critical thinking skills to analyse a variety of criminal law issues.  This subject meets the Priestley requirements for criminal law and procedure.

Break into criminal law as you cover burden of proof, identification of actus reus and mens rea, relevant statute and case law. Learn to interpret legislation, identify elements of the offence, and ultimately give persuasive legal arguments.

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