Graduate Diploma in Migration Law
Graduate Diploma in Migration Law
OVERVIEW Gain advanced knowledge in migration law and prepare to register as a migration agent with a Graduate Diploma in Migration Law at Victoria University (VU). Take advantage of VU’s status as Australia’s leading migration law education provider by studying this practical and engaging course, the longest-running migration law program…
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
OVERVIEW
Gain advanced knowledge in migration law and prepare to register as a migration agent with a Graduate Diploma in Migration Law at Victoria University (VU).
Take advantage of VU’s status as Australia’s leading migration law education provider by studying this practical and engaging course, the longest-running migration law program nationwide.
If your goal is to become a registered migration agent and work in the migration space as a legal practitioner, HR specialist or government worker, this one-year graduate diploma will equip you with essential knowledge and skills in:
migration law and policy
legal research and drafting
submission writing
professional and interpersonal communication
knowledge about the migrant experience and human rights issues.
Enjoy the flexibility and adaptability of this postgraduate program, designed for working professionals.
On successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
Review conceptual frameworks and exhibit advanced technical knowledge of migration and administrative law employing independent judgement in their application in wide ranging contexts and communities
Interpret relevant provisions of the Migration Act, Regulations and associated legislation contextualised in cross-disciplinary knowledge in order to initiate creative solutions to multi-faceted problems, while respecting and valuing the diversity of clients
Provide complex assessment of and advocate for regulatory decisions for a range of stakeholders in a number of ways, including briefs, responses and visa applications, while balancing the interests of individuals and public good
Exemplify ethical and professional standards in the provision of migration law advice to clients both independently and also as a member of a team
Exhibit responsibility and accountability for own learning and professional practice in collaboration with others and within broad parameters
REQUIREMENTS
Completion of an Australian Bachelor degree (or equivalent) in any discipline.
English language requirements
IELTS (or equivalent): Overall score of 6.5 (with no band less than 6.0)
TOEFL Internet: 79 (Listening 19, Speaking 19, Reading 18, Writing 22)
Pearson Test of English (PTE): Overall score of 58-64 (with no section score less than 50)
University of Cambridge – Advanced (CAE): Overall score of 176. No individual band less than 169.
VU English – English for Academic Purposes (EAP) (Level 6): Achieved.
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
Victoria University (VU) is an educational provider offering internationally-recognised, world-class qualifications in Melbourne and Sydney – two of the world’s most liveable cities. Its industry-focused courses cover a diverse range of subject areas and many are offered as pathways across multiple levels of education. Students can also choose to study foundation studies and English language courses through its highly-ranked English language centre. Ranking in the top 2% of universities worldwide (Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2021), VU has more than 100 years of experience and over 4,000 partnerships and connections with industry.
