Embark on Your Legal Journey
The Legal Admission Board of New South Wales and the Law Extension Committee of the University of Sydney invite you to the Diploma in Law Open Day!
Explore the future of legal education from the comfort of your home by joining the online Open Day on Thursday 6th February 2026.
Discover why the Diploma in Law, offered by the Legal Profession Admission Board (LPAB) and taught by the University of Sydney's Law Extension Committee (LEC), is your gateway to the legal profession in Australia.
At the Open Day you will learn more about Diploma in Law qualification with presentations from the LPAB, LEC, alumni, current students, and lecturers. Learn about enrolment procedures, how the course is delivered, upcoming deadlines, and more. Take advantage of a focused Q&A session to get answers to all your questions about studying for the Diploma in Law.
The Diploma in Law offers an alternative pathway to become a lawyer, with manageable subject costs ($1230 each) and a flexible part-time structure.
Quick Course Highlights:
The total course cost is approximately $25,000, making it an economically sound choice.
Secure your spot now, as places are limited!
If you’ve already decided to apply for the Diploma in Law course, please submit your application by 1March 2026.
See you at the Open Day!
NOTE: If you've chosen another course elsewhere or no longer want to hear from us, please let us know so we can remove you from our mailing list. (Click here)
Discover why the Diploma in Law, offered by the Legal Profession Admission Board (LPAB) and taught by the University of Sydney's Law Extension Committee (LEC), is your gateway to the legal profession in Australia.
At the Open Day you will learn more about Diploma in Law qualification with presentations from the LPAB, LEC, alumni, current students, and lecturers. Learn about enrolment procedures, how the course is delivered, upcoming deadlines, and more. Take advantage of a focused Q&A session to get answers to all your questions about studying for the Diploma in Law.
The Diploma in Law offers an alternative pathway to become a lawyer, with manageable subject costs ($1230 each) and a flexible part-time structure.
Quick Course Highlights:
- - Two semesters per year (summer and winter), completing the 20 requires subjects in 4 years.
- - Part-time study with evening lectures (with remote access options) and Weekend Schools
- - Graduate debt-free with pay-as-you-go fees.
The total course cost is approximately $25,000, making it an economically sound choice.
Secure your spot now, as places are limited!
If you’ve already decided to apply for the Diploma in Law course, please submit your application by 1March 2026.
See you at the Open Day!
NOTE: If you've chosen another course elsewhere or no longer want to hear from us, please let us know so we can remove you from our mailing list. (Click here)
virtual event
The Diploma in Law Open Day!
Date & Time
Thursday 6 February 2026
12:00 PM to 1:30 PM
The Zoom link will be provided upon registration by 9am on 6 February 2026.
12:00 PM to 1:30 PM
The Zoom link will be provided upon registration by 9am on 6 February 2026.
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Speakers
Join Joanna Ernenwein, Director of the LEC, as she explains how the Diploma In Law course works.
Listen as guest speakings, including current and past students, reveal the course's essence, offering invaluable insights into what it takes to succeed in the course and the transformative possibilities of embarking on a career in law.
Prepare to be inspired. Your adventure in legal education commences here.
Listen as guest speakings, including current and past students, reveal the course's essence, offering invaluable insights into what it takes to succeed in the course and the transformative possibilities of embarking on a career in law.
Prepare to be inspired. Your adventure in legal education commences here.
Joanna Ernenwein
LEC DIRECTOR LLM, MA, DIPLAW, DIPED
Ms Ernenwein is a solicitor and educator with expertise in corporate governance, policy, and compliance. With extensive experience in education, she has held roles in corporate governance for diverse educational and non-profit organisations. Joanna offers quality assurance advice for the NSW Education Standards Authority and contributes to the Australian and New Zealand Education Law Association. Embracing lifelong learning, she excels as a facilitator and presenter in legal education and compliance workshops. She draws from past roles managing the LLM Programme at the College of Law and various teaching, governance, and legal positions in Australia, France, and Poland.
Peter McGhee
DIPLAW (SAB), LLM (COLLEGE OF LAW)
Mr. McGhee currently works for ICare as a team leader of technical claims manager, specialising in historical sexual abuse claims. Before this, Peter was a senior legal officer for the Department of Education and a senior legal advocate at the NSW Legal Representation Office, appearing as an advocate in inquiries before the Independent Commission Against Corruption and the Police Integrity Commission, as well as Special Commissions of Inquiry. He has previously taught at UTS. He is accredited as a specialist by the Law Society NSW in advocacy.
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