The Monash JD

Start your law career by studying the Master of Laws (Juris Doctor) at Monash University. The Monash JD is a graduate law degree designed to teach you the knowledge and skills required to practise law.

This innovative degree provides graduates from disciplines other than Law the transferable skills and knowledge only a law degree from one of Australia's leading universities can provide.

The Monash JD offers you:

• convenient CBD location in the Monash Law Chambers
• the flexibility to work while you study
• small classes and an interactive learning environment
• highest quality teaching by legal academics and practitioners
• scope to undertake electives from our extensive masters program

Career outcomes

As a graduate of the JD program, you are highly sought-after and valued by potential employers.

International students

There are many international students undertaking both undergraduate and postgraduate programs from countries such as Malaysia, Singapore and Canada at Monash Law School.

See Future international students for more information.

How to become a lawyer

As a non-law graduate you can meet the academic requirements for admission as a legal practitioner with the Monash JD.

In addition, law graduates must meet the practical legal training requirements for admission.

Scholarships

There are a number of bursaries and scholarships based on academic merit and access and equity.

See Scholarships at Monash for more information.

Student experience opportunities

There are a range of student experience opportunities on offer at Monash Law School including the opportunity for overseas studies and internships.

Timetables

See current timetables and dates.

Student support services

We understand that studying at university - and specifically studying law - can be challenging, so we have developed a number of services to make your study experience fulfilling and enjoyable.

See Support services for more information.