Master's Degree Commercial Law Full Time

Juris Doctor

at RMIT University · Melbourne, Victoria

CRICOS course code

103207F

CRICOS provider code

00122A

This course is registered on the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students. Verify it yourself at cricos.education.gov.au before paying any fee.

Duration

3 years

Tuition (whole course)

A$156,960 total

Per year

A$52,320/yr

Intake

Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul)

About this program

The Juris Doctor at RMIT University is a graduate-entry degree designed for those aspiring to become lawyers or work in legal and commercial environments. Across three years of full-time study, students tackle core legal subjects like contract law, constitutional law, criminal law, property, and torts, before progressing to electives in areas like commercial law, corporate law, and dispute resolution. The curriculum meets the academic requirements for admission to practise as a lawyer in Australia.

Students enrol in units of study, each with assigned credit points that count towards the completion of the degree. This master's degree often includes work-integrated learning elements such as simulated legal practice, internships, or clinics, giving students contact with real clients or workplaces under the guidance of practising lawyers. The course concludes with a capstone project integrating legal research and analysis, preparing graduates for the transition to professional practice.

Skills developed include legal analysis, research, negotiation, advocacy, and ethical reasoning. The Juris Doctor suits graduates from any discipline seeking to enter the legal profession or areas where legal knowledge is essential, such as business, government, or compliance. As RMIT is located in central Melbourne, students benefit from close links to courts, law firms, and industry networks.

International students will need to demonstrate high English proficiency (such as an IELTS Academic score of 7.0 or above), and should always confirm the latest details and Professional Legal Council admission requirements on the official RMIT website or the CRICOS register. Work rights and post-study visa options, such as the Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485), are available to eligible graduates.

Entry requirements

English: International applicants must evidence English proficiency. IELTS Academic 6.0–6.5 overall is the common undergraduate and coursework-postgraduate standard, rising to 7.0–7.5 for teaching, nursing, medicine, law and social work. TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, Cambridge C1 Advanced and the university’s own English programmes are accepted as equivalents; the Department of Home Affairs sets a separate English threshold for the Student visa itself.

International students: Registered on CRICOS for international students. A Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) for this course supports a Student visa (subclass 500) application; Overseas Student Health Cover is required for the full duration.

Career outcomes

Lawyer (upon meeting all admission requirements and practical legal training)
In-house counsel in Australian businesses
Legal advisor in commercial or public sector organisations
Corporate compliance or risk officer
Policy officer or government legal adviser
Legal roles in not-for-profits or advocacy groups

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Juris Doctor at RMIT University?

It typically takes 3 years, with intakes in Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul).

How much is the tuition?

Tuition is around A$156,960 total. Fees change yearly — confirm with an advisor.

What are the career outcomes?

Lawyer (upon meeting all admission requirements and practical legal training)In-house counsel in Australian businessesLegal advisor in commercial or public sector organisationsCorporate compliance or risk officerPolicy officer or government legal adviserLegal roles in not-for-pro...

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