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Diploma of Research
Federation University Australia
- Ballarat, Australia
- 0.5 years
- English
- On campus
- Diploma
About the program
A one-year research master's in Law completed through an independent supervised thesis.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (0 year): no
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Critically evaluate concepts and methods in Law in Research Master to solve relevant problems. Develop competence in Independent research project in Law guided by a supervisor. Present findings clearly and consider professional or research ethics.
Career outcomes
- Legal Research Assistant
- Compliance Analyst
- Paralegal (subject to local rules)
Curriculum
- Independent research project in Law guided by a supervisor
- Supported by research training and regular supervisory meetings
- And completed with a thesis for examination. Students join the school's research community and its research training and events.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Successful completion of Australian Master’s by Coursework in any field
- Or overseas equivalent
- At a distinction level or extensive work experience in a related industry with an undergraduate degree
- To be assessed on a case by case basis. International students must have completed IELTS English language assessment with an over.
Accepted academic background
Completed 3-year Australian bachelor degree or overseas equivalent, Course-specific rules on the course page.
Language tests
- IELTS 6.5 (no band below 6.0)
Documents you’ll need
- Academic Transcripts
- Graduation Certificate
- Passport Copy
- English Language Test Results
- Recommendation Letters.
How to apply
- Check the entry and English requirements and the cut-off dates. Apply online through StudyLink
- Or via a Federation agent
- pay the 25 AUD application fee. Upload certified transcripts
- Graduation certificates
- English test evidence and passport. Some courses add forms
- Referee reports or an interview. Accept the offer
- Sign the Offer and Acceptance Agreement and pay the fee deposit through Flywire. Receive the Confirmation of Enrolment
- Then apply for the student visa with OSHC.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $16,400 AUD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $25 AUD |
| Deposit | $1,000 AUD |
Program details
| Campus | Mt Helen Campus |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Graduate Research School |
| Department | Graduate Research School |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 24 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 0 year |
| Scholarship note | University scholarship eligibility, Funding and application conditions require confirmation. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
March 2027
Apply by
1 Mar 2027
107 days leftProgram starts
July 2027
Apply by
15 Apr 2027
152 days left
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 0.5 years.
The next deadline is 1 Mar 2027. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $16,400 AUD per year. The application fee is $25 AUD. The deposit is $1,000 AUD. The estimated living cost is $29,710 AUD.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.5 (no band below 6.0).

