LAWS Post Graduate
LAWS RAISING THE GLOBAL BAR. ENHANCE YOUR SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE OF CORPORATE GOVERNANCE. Governance is a key area for lawyers in large and small firms, as well as for many public companies, government departments, large charities and nongovernment entities (NGOs). Internationally there is a strong need for technical knowledge and understanding of legal governance by Chinese lawyers, Indian/Bangladeshi lawyers and Vietnamese lawyers (in addition to the English speaking common law jurisdictions of New Zealand, Canada/USA, Malaysia/Singapore and UK), who are not used to working in a common law legal system versus their own civil code or mixed system. WHAT YOU LL STUDY This course enables lawyers to enhance their knowledge and skills on both private and public law issues of corporate governance, with a strong theoretical core and a series of alternate governance units to provide specialist information and skills. CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Your opportunities for advancement in your chosen field of law will be enhanced by this degree. UAC Code Apply Direct Code 2810 CRICOS Code Duration Location Intakes Admission MASTER OF LAWS (INTERNATIONAL GOVERNANCE) 950072 (Parramatta City); 950074 (Online) 096606J 1F/2P Parramatta City/Online March and July Qualification for this award, based on previous study and work experience, requires the successful completion of ONE of either 80 credit points (Pathway 1) OR 120 credit points (Pathway 2). Applicants for Pathway 1 must have successfully completed, in any jurisdiction, any one of (a) Bachelor of Laws or Juris Doctor, at honours level, or equivalent; OR (b) Graduate Certificate, or higher, in Law; OR (c) Bachelor of Laws or Juris Doctor, without honours, or equivalent, AND two years documented relevant professional experience. Applicants for Pathway 2 must have completed a Bachelor of Laws or Juris Doctor, or equivalent, without honours and without at least two years documented relevant professional experience. Key: F = Full-time; P = Part-time. Note: Part-time refers to study load, not to timetabling of evening classes. 2 Western Sydney University
Deng Thiak Adut DEFENCE LAWYER GRADUATE I enjoyed the University s focus on advocating for social justice, encouraging students to take on broader community issues and continuing to help people in greater need.
GRADUATE DIPLOMA IN AUSTRALIAN MIGRATION LAW HELP OTHERS CALL AUSTRALIA HOME. With accreditation from the Department of Immigration and Boarder Protection (2018 onwards), our Graduate Diploma in Australian Migration Law gives you the qualification needed to help immigrants and refugees call Australia home. Taught by specialist immigration legal practitioners and migration agents, the one of a kind course lets you specialise in Australian immigration and refugee law. With online learning supplemented by two face-to-face weekend workshops and a short work experience component, you ll gain the skills and knowledge needed for a successful career in Migration Law. WHAT YOU LL STUDY You will study the relevant laws and policies related to migration and refugee law in Australia. In particular, you will learn how to navigate your way through the Migration Act 1958 (Cth) and Migration Regulations 1994 (Cth), the key legislative and regulatory machinery that governs the entry and presence of non-citizens in Australia. Students, as they navigate through the practice oriented resources of the course, will acquire the opportunity to critically analyse Australia s current and historic approach to regulation of migration and refugee law. CAREER OPPORTUNITIES This degree will provide opportunities for you to work as a Registered Migration Agent, Specialist Immigration Lawyer (practising as a Barrister or Solicitor), policy specialist in government and private organisations dealing with Australian migration and refugee law, Legal Officer/Researcher for the Migration and Refugee Division of the Administrative Appeals Tribunal, and Academic career in Australian immigration and refugee law (building block towards a Masters/PhD in Australian Immigration Law). 4 Western Sydney University
GRADUATE DIPLOMA IN AUSTRALIAN MIGRATION LAW UAC Code 950070 (Online) Apply Direct Code 2803 CRICOS Code Duration Location Intakes Admission 085664A 1F/1.5P (Fast track option available 25 weeks) Online February (Summer), March (Autumn) and July (Spring) Local students are required to have: An Australian Bachelor degree in any discipline, equivalent study or higher degree, with a minimum of three years equivalent full-time study, where instruction was given in English. All Australian citizens, permanent residents and New Zealand citizens can apply direct to Western using our Universities Admission Centre (UAC)-hosted application site. Visit westernsydney.uac.edu.au/ws These applicants can also apply through UAC at uac.edu.au/postgraduate. Applications made direct to Western do not have an application fee. Key: F = Full-time; P = Part-time. Offshore International students are required to have: An Australian Bachelor degree in any discipline, equivalent study or higher degree with a minimum of three years equivalent full-time study. International students may only undertake this course whilst in an offshore location. Applicants who have undertaken studies in a language other than English are also required to demonstrate an IELTS result of 6.5 or greater overall and no less than 6.0 in any one stream. All Australian citizens, permanent residents and New Zealand citizens can apply direct to Western using our Universities Admission Centre (UAC)-hosted application site. Visit westernsydney.uac.edu.au/ws. These applicants can also apply through UAC at uac.edu.au/postgraduate. Applications made direct to Western do not have an application fee. If you are applying as an international student, you need to apply through Western Sydney University International. Visit westernsydney.edu.au/international Applicants who have undertaken studies overseas may have to provide proof of proficiency in English. Local and International applicants who are applying through the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC) will find details of minimum English proficiency requirements and acceptable proof on the UAC website. Local applicants applying directly to the University should also use the information provided on the UAC website. westernsydney.edu.au 5
Jason Donnelly COURSE CONVENOR GRADUATE DIPLOMA IN AUSTRALIAN MIGRATION LAW Jason Donnelly has significant teaching and practical experience in the law. Jason was appointed a lecturer at Western Sydney University in 2009, and, since that time, has lectured and taught in various areas of Australian law. Jason is also a practising barrister, and was called to the New South Wales Bar in 2011 at the age of 25. Jason is also a Registered Migration Agent (1682742) and an Adjunct Lecturer at the New South Wales College of Law. Jason has previously worked as a Tipstaff to the Hon. Justice Peter McClellan AM QC (Chief Judge at Common Law) (as his Honour then was) and researcher to the Hon. Justice Michael Kirby AC CMG (former Justice of the High Court of Australia). Jason's areas of research include a strong focus on Australian immigration and refugee law.
WHY POSTGRADUATE STUDY AT WESTERN SYDNEY? You ve come a long way. Go further. Located in the heart of one of Australia s fastest growing economic regions, Western Sydney University offers unlimited potential to postgraduate students with the drive, ambition and will to succeed. Ranked amongst the top two per cent of universities on the globe, Western Sydney is a world-class university with a growing international reach and reputation for academic excellence and impact-driven research. To take your career to the next level, you need more than classrooms, more than theory. That s why we offer a combination of on-campus, online and clinical learning environments, with real-life, on-theground, hands-on opportunities for skill development in professional and community settings. We value academic excellence, integrity and the pursuit of knowledge. And we continue to challenge traditional notions of what a university should be by pushing the boundaries of how knowledge is exchanged. We equip our postgrads with the means to do more than just advance their careers. We are unlocking the potential of the next generation of global citizens, leaders and change-makers. PROGRESS. UNLIMITED. Application Information ENGLISH PROFICIENCY REQUIREMENTS Applicants who have undertaken studies overseas may have to provide proof of proficiency in English. Details of minimum English proficiency requirements and acceptable proof can be found on the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC) website at uac.edu.au HOW TO APPLY All Australian citizens, permanent residents and New Zealand citizens can apply direct to Western using our Universities Admission Centre (UAC)-hosted application site. Visit westernsydney.uac.edu.au. These applicants can also apply through UAC at uac.edu.au/ postgraduate. Applications made direct to Western do not have an application fee. INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS International students must apply directly to Western Sydney University. Part-time mode for these courses is not available to international students due to Australian student visa regulations. Application forms and information on admissions are available at westernsydney.edu.au/international/ admissions For information about studying at Western Sydney University, including courses, tuition fees, English requirements, intakes, assessment methods, accommodation options and living in Australia, please visit westernsydney.edu.au/postgraduate POSTGRADUATE INFORMATION SESSIONS Postgraduate Information Sessions are held throughout the year, and give you the opportunity to meet academic and professional staff, and to ask questions about courses, admission, fees and more. At these sessions, you will gain a better understanding of course content, what you can expect from the program and possible career paths. To register for a Postgraduate Information Session, visit westernsydney.edu.au/postgraduatesessions To view the full range of postgraduate courses available, visit westernsydney.edu.au/postgraduate CONTACT US To discuss your study goals and career options, contact the Course Information Centre on 1300 897 669 or email postgraduatestudy@westernsydney.edu.au DISCLAIMER Western Sydney University reserves the right to withdraw or vary courses listed within this publication. In the event that the course or courses are to be changed, or in the event of cancellation, applicants will be advised by mail to the address specified on their application. CRICOS provider code: 00917K westernsydney.edu.au 7
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