Subject Prerequisite Waiver


Melbourne Law School will consider approval of a subject prerequisite waiver on the following basis:

  • Likelihood of applicant's ability to successfully undertake and complete the proposed subject, based on academic performance, previous study and/or experience.
  • Applicant's ability to demonstrate genuine hardship or inconvenience if approval is not granted

Step 1: Apply for a JD Subject Prerequisite Waiver

In order to request approval of a subject prerequisite waiver, students must first submit an application.

Apply for a JD subject prerequisite waiver

Step 2: Submit an Enrolment Assistance Form

If approval is granted, students must then request for the waiver to be applied to their study plan by completing the Enrolment Assistance Form and attaching the written permission of the Assistant Dean, Teaching and Learning (email approval is accepted).

Prerequisite waivers for Legal Research (LAWS50039)
Students applying for Legal Research in 2024 do not need to submit a prerequisite waiver form, as the Academic Support Office will assess the need for prerequisites at the time of selection for the nominated topic.

Submit an Enrolment Assistance Form