Frequently Asked Questions
What are Applied Law Programs?
Applied Law Programs are advanced level postgraduate programs. Each program focuses on a specific practice area and is designed to enhance practical skills and knowledge through a hands-on, problem-based program.
Who are these programs for?
• Lawyers interested in extending and enhancing their knowledge and skills
• Experienced practitioners considering a move into a new area or practice
• Current specialists looking to increase their expertise
When will the programs be offered?
The Applied Family Law course will be offered from March 2008. They will run on a semester basis.
What requirements are there for entry into these programs?
The courses are available only to be qualified legal practitioners who have:
• earned an LLB or equivalent
• completed a pre-admission program
• been admitted as a solicitor or barrister in Australia, New Zealand or other jurisdiction recognised by The College of Law 's Admission Committee
Programs will be delivered at an experienced, not a generalised, level. Teaching and learning will involve analysing complex legal problems in specialist subjects, demonstrating a high level of understanding of the law and the ability to employ sophisticated methods to solve complex legal problems.
Students must demonstrate a highly developed skill in identifying material and analysing complex issues, as well as in arriving at synthesized legal solutions. While problems will be complex, emphasis will be given to arriving at simple, clear and coherent solutions.
How long will the programs be?
Programs can be completed in either full-time or part-time basis. How long it takes depends on whether you enrol in the Graduate Certificate, Graduate Diploma or Master Degree.
Does this course count towards my MCLE requirements?
Participation in even one subject will satisfy required Mandatory CLE /CPD requirements.
The courses comply directly with general CPD requirements. For example, if you were to enrol in one subject and spend a minimum of two hours online, working through the activities and exercises, you would have fulfilled your annual MCLE units for the year. As the courses are designed to be flexible, and as such learning is self paced, the exact amount of units claimable in any year will, of course vary for each individual.
If you are an Accredited Specialist and need to complete extra points, then the course will also meet these requirements. And, as a number of the subjects involve participation in face-to-face workshops, these too would be claimable as MCLE units.
The MCLE Rules can be found at the following websites depending upon your state:
NSW www.lawsociety.com.au
QLD www.qls.com.au
VIC www.liv.asn.au
WA www.lawsocietywa.com.au
ACT www.lawsocact.asn.au
TAS www.taslawsociety.asn.au
NT www.lawsocnt.asn.au
SA www.lawsocietysa.asn.au
Why should I choose The College of Law for my postgraduate study?
Our recent market research shows you want specialised and practice-oriented training, mentoring and flexible delivery. To meet these needs ALP programs emphasis on complex problem-solving skills, accessibility to experienced mentors and online learning and flexible delivery.
How much will the course cost?
Tuition fees are $1750 per subject.
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