sazzlepop123

I'm not incorrect. The uniform principles are clear. In respect of people who have done some or all of the study needed in the UK but not qualified: Academic exemption will only be given for subjects which normally lead to admission AND is substantially equivalent to a 3 year LLB. The GDL satisfies the first but not the second. You might have a chance of getting it through under rule 2.3 but it's a long shot.

 

OP also quoted rule 2.4 about GDL and CPE. However as I read it that relates to *admission*. You can't get as far as admission without first having your academic exemptions granted and then the practical training ticked off.

 

I don't have any faith in the information the lpab gives out over the phone. You can't guarantee that whoever you're speaking to knows every permutation of situations and the rules. I've been given wrong info myself which I only realised was wrong when I properly read the whole of the rules.

 

OP asked whether it was different in each state. I gave what I thought was helpful info for nsw. I'm also not being judgmental. OP said that 'on the information' she was given they'd booked flights, ad now with this confusion they potentially won't be going. Hence why I said I was surprised that they'd made such huge life decisions on the basis of an email which contradicted what the rules say.

 

I don't wish to get into pointless arguments with a stranger over the internet, especially as I'm going round in circles now on the facts. Nothing I've said about *academic* exemptions is wrong. I'll be willing to come with my tail between my legs once you've successfully applied for and been granted academic exemptions for your GDL. I'm sure we'll all be delighted to hear how you've done it.

You are incorrect by saying that LPAB won't assess the GDL without an LPC because I have read of another girl who did have hers assessed at LPAB and from my indication on the phone it seems I can be hopeful of an assessment and some exemptions. I'll let you all know what that outcome is.

I agree with the info about the uniform principles and that is very helpful! Just the above part was not completely accurate. I also felt you were quite harsh in the way you spoke to someone who clearly is in distress. I personally would have been kinder, but we are all different.

You can't apply to have your qualifications assessed because as far as the LPAB is concerned, there is nothing to assess as the GDL doesn't count for the purposes of academic exemptions.

You are completely incorrect. Why do you insist on passing on flawed information whilst adding to the confusion the OP clearly has? Your tone is very abrupt and unsympathetic. Have some sensitivity around such matters and don't be so judgmental.

Im in a similar situation and Last week I spoke to the LPAB in NSW and a very helpful woman told me that applying for an assessment with a UK GDL (without LPC - I made this explicitly clear) is perfectly fine. She said she doesn't know what the rules are in Victoria but in NSW LPAB do count the core subjects of a GDL for an assessment and you could be prescribed 12 units extra.

Then it's up to you where you try and study - shop around with an assessment from LPAB at various universities. UNE is one option. You can study an LLB with them via distance learning & take your exams in a centre in Melbourne if youre in VIC.

Apparently they do recognise GDL core subjects and grant exemptions for those. UNE are very well equipped for questions regarding overseas qualifications too.

So the OP could try going via NSW if VIC won't assess her.

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What the OP really should do at this point is to have her qualifications assessed by the overseas qualification unit in the state she will live, for the purpose of entering further university study.She may then receive advanced standing for a few units.

 

She can then give this assessment to a university (which will be required), enroll and update her qualifications here.

I believe the board that assess legal qualifications in Victoria is the body which the OP is in correspondence with already - The legal Board of Examiners http://www.lawadmissions.vic.gov.au/overseas_applicants

The problem she is having is that someone at the board is telling her she is not eligible for even an assessment.

Hi everyone,

Firstly I just would like to say how useful and great this forum is, I have found so many answers to my questions.

I don't know if this is the correct place to post about timelines of partner visas but here is mine for Victoria:

Submitted a fully front loaded partner visa (de facto) application on 27th September 2011via courier to melbourne partner visa applications. Received an email immediately that date pretty much saying they received it.

Told it would be 10 months waiting!

Got a registered mail letter on 7th November 2011 saying I had been granted the temporary residency part of my visa!! WOO HOO!!!

I can still hardly believe it was that quick but I have a theory that because I sent a request to have the 6 month WHV work restriction lifted, it probably made them have to dig out my file and see to it, thus they made a quick decision!

I am gay and was very worried they would discriminate somehow but turns out they didn't and I had an easy ride! Good luck to everyone applying...front load your applications if you can!

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