Diploma of Conveyancing (Law and Practice)

Course Learning Outcomes express learning achievement in terms of what a student should know, understand and be able to do on completion of a course. These outcomes are aligned with the graduate attributes.

Course Learning Outcomes

GA1: Intellectual rigour Demonstrate the ability to apply broad knowledge of legal principles and concepts and apply legal reasoning to generate responses to issues and challenges in paralegal and the conveyancing professional contexts.

GA2: Creativity Reflect on responses to ethical issues in conveyancing contexts, sustainable practices and the professional responsibilities of conveyancers.

GA3: Ethical practice Reflect on responses to ethical issues in conveyancing contexts, sustainable practices and the professional responsibilities of conveyancers.

GA4: Knowledge of a discipline Demonstrate the ability to apply broad knowledge of legal principles and concepts and apply legal reasoning to generate responses to issues and challenges in paralegal and the conveyancing professional contexts.

GA5: Lifelong learning Develop interpersonal, reflective and self-management skills to work independently and as part of teams and effective communications for legal and non-legal audiences.

GA6: Communication and social skills Develop interpersonal, reflective and self-management skills to work independently and as part of teams and effective communications for legal and non-legal audiences. GA7: Cultural competence Reflect on responses to ethical issues in conveyancing contexts, sustainable practices and the professional responsibilities of conveyancers.

The Diploma of Conveyancing (Law and Practice) is a fantastic opportunity to gain the knowledge and skills needed for a career as a paralegal or conveyancer. It also offers a solid foundation in legal principles and the academic skills needed to pursue further legal studies.

Students gain foundational knowledge about conveyancing law and practice in the Australian legal system and develop skills in legal research and writing, and an understanding of key legal principles. 

Graduates are ideally suited for work in conveyancing and law firms which employ licenced conveyancers.

Graduates may also use the Diploma as an entry pathway to degrees such as the Associate Degree of Law (Paralegal Studies), the Bachelor of Legal and Justice Studies, and subsequently the Bachelor of Laws at Southern Cross University.

Recommended study pattern

As a guide, core subjects in this degree can include:

• Legal Research and Writing
• Australian Legal System
• Legal and Conveyancing Practice
• Conveyancing Law.

Plus there’s a selection of electives to choose from. As part of your application, you’ll be guided through how to get the right degree structure in place for you.

Award requirements

To be eligible to receive the Diploma of Conveyancing (Law and Practice), students must complete the equivalent of 8 units (96 credit points) comprising:

• 7 core units (84 credit points)
• 1 option unit (12 credit points).

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Indicative total fee $16,992

The amounts shown here are indicative for an Australian citizen studying full-time, which is typically 8 subjects per year.

Fees may vary depending on:

• the subjects you choose
• credit from previous work experience
• your eligibility for government funding loans or subsidies such as HECS-HELP or a Commonwealth supported place.

To learn more, go to Fees or contact a student advisor.

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English language requirements apply to International applicants and other applicants whose previous study was undertaken in a language other than English. The minimum English language requirements for such applicants for entry to this course are as follows:

Overall - 5.5

• Listening - minimum 5.0
• Reading - minimum 5.0
• Speaking - minimum 5.0
• Writing - minimum 5.5.

Credit for Prior Learning, also referred to ‘Advanced Standing’ or Recognition for Prior Learning (RPL), is the process of looking at your prior study and/or experience to assess if you can be awarded academic credit for knowledge and skills you have already acquired. Credit gained through prior learning, experiences and qualification can reduce the duration and cost of your course.

Students can do an optional placement unit as part of their studies (LAWS2004 Paralegal Placement). In this unit, students undertake a 10-day placement in an approved law-related environment. Through experiential learning, students gain insights and practical skills relevant to the role of a paralegal in the practice of law, better preparing them for their transition to working in a law-related environment.