Practical Legal Training

THE FLEX FACTOR

PLT built by you, for you

  • Want a career coach? We’ve got you covered.
  • Prefer evening workshops? You got it.
  • Tired of exams and essays? We are too. Consider them gone.
At the College of Law you'll get the flex factor to bring your true self to how you study.

 

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DESIGN YOUR OWN COURSE AROUND YOUR NEEDS

Select
your schedule

Get admitted pronto. Or take it slowly to balance other commitments. You can complete the PLT in 15 weeks or 30 weeks.

Pick your
learning style

Get comfy at home. Or connect with your peers in person. Learn the way you want – the choice is yours.

Start when
you’re ready

Start when you're ready with rolling intake dates throughout the year.

Study at a time
that suits you

Whether you study during your morning commute or late at night, you can study when you are most productive.

THAT'S THE PLT FOR ME

PLT exists to bridge the gap between uni and the real world. So, we’ve created this guide to show you the what, why and how of your PLT with the College.
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AUSTRALIA'S MOST IN-DEMAND PLT PROGRAM

Ongoing
career support

Gather insights and advice from a specialist career coach during your PLT – and for 365 days after graduation.

Skills
for life

Solve tasks, build your confidence and mimic real matters under the guidance of supportive, qualified lawyers.

Choose your
local content

We’ll pair you with one of our 22 courses across Australia. And connect you with local legal lecturers with local insights.

Future-focused
experiences

Engage in virtual internships in legaltech, mediation and more. And upskill in cutting-edge tech like PEXA.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is Practical Legal Training (PLT)?

Now that you’ve completed (or nearly completed) your law degree, you have a strong theoretical understanding of the law.

But you’re not ready to enter the workforce. Not yet.

PLT, or Practical Legal Training, equips you with the practical, day-to-day skills you will need as an entry level lawyer. You know - the court-appearing, contract-preparing, law-talking kind.

Think of your PLT as the perfect finishing school. A space to practise your skills and build your confidence as an entry-level lawyer who’s ready to soar.

After completing your PLT, you will be awarded a Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice (GDLP). This means you will be eligible to apply for admission as a legal practitioner in your state or territory.

When can I start PLT?

You can start your PLT if you have completed all Priestley 11 core subjects of your law degree – with no more than two electives remaining.

To start your PLT before completing your law degree, you’ll need to seek approval from the admitting authority in your state.

How to start PLT early

Can I start while I'm still at uni?

Usually students start their PLT after they finish their law degree, but the Early Commencement Rule means you can start once you have completed all your Priestley 11 core subjects with only 2 electives remaining on your law degree.