Curtin Law School

Leo Cussen

Murdoch University Leo Cussen Centre for Law Office 460.1.029 | 90 South St Murdoch, WA 6150

www.leocussen.edu.au

1300 039 031

How does your course differ from other PLT courses?

Our course is centred around hands-on practical experience. The Leo Cussen PLT simulates a law firm environment by getting students to run their own client cases from start to end, just like a first year lawyer. Students are allocated to small groups, with continuous feedback and support from lawyer mentors.

Our blended course is a combination of online with a face-to-face component. You are equipped to face practice head-on, and will be job-ready with the confidence of having completed rigorous training in a simulated practice environment.

How is the course structured?

Our WA PLT is mostly self-paced online, plus 13 days of interactive face-to-face onsite training to practise skills and network with local legal practitioners. For students who prefer an entirely online experience, we also offer a 100% online course. This course is based on the Victorian jurisdiction, but graduates are still eligible for direct admission in WA.

When does the course start? WA Blended, full time

Two intakes per year (February and July) The next two intakes are: 12 July – 26 November 2021 Early February – late June 2022 (exact dates TBA)

100% Online, full time (VIC)

Four intakes per year (February, March, July and August) The next four intakes are: 19 July – 3 December 2021 2 August – 10 December 2021 February – June 2022 (exact dates TBA) March – July 2022 (exact dates TBA)

How long does the course run for?

21 weeks.

How do graduates enrol?

Enrolment is easy; it takes 10 minutes to complete online: www.leocussen.edu.au/enrol

What work experiences are students able to choose from?

All Leo Cussen students are required to complete 20 days of work experience as part of the PLT, and can do so in any legal environment. Part of that can be completed with previous credit. In 2021, students also have the option of being exempt from doing a placement if they prefer to complete an online learning module instead (at no additional cost). All Leo Cussen students also have access to tailored one-onone placement support from our Placement & Careers Advisor.

Do you provide full-time and part-time options?

The WA PLT is offered full-time, but provides flexibility as it is mostly online. If you are unsure if the delivery mode is suitable for you, contact us – we are happy to help.

Where are students able to find more information?

Read our guide to PLT: www.leocussen.edu.au/guide-wa OR, book a time to chat with one of our Mentors: www.leocussen.edu.au/chat