Southern Cross University

What you'll study

This diploma covers the core legal and administrative skills required for conveyancing and property transactions. You will study topics including:

• Property law fundamentals – interests in land, titles, tenure systems and principles of ownership.
• Conveyancing procedures – contract preparation and review, sales and purchase processes, pre-settlement checks and settlement procedures.
• Transfer and mortgage documentation – preparation and lodgement of transfer forms, dealing with mortgages and referrals to lenders.
• Searches, enquiries and due diligence – title searches, caveats, easements, planning and zoning enquiries.
• Trust accounting and financial settlement – basic trust accounting principles, handling client funds and settlement calculations.
• Professional practice and ethics – regulatory obligations, client communication, privacy and professional conduct in conveyancing.
• Practice technology and administration – use of conveyancing software, electronic lodgement and file management.

Learning is delivered through a mix of practical exercises, case studies and assessments designed to simulate real conveyancing workflows. The program emphasises applied skills that prepare graduates for entry-level roles in property law and conveyancing firms.

Entry requirements

Applicants are typically expected to hold a secondary school completion certificate or a relevant vocational qualification. Relevant workplace experience in administration, legal support or real estate can be considered in lieu of formal qualifications. Domestic applicants who do not meet direct entry criteria may be admitted through a recognition of prior learning or specified bridging units. International applicants must demonstrate English language competence through recognised tests or equivalent documented study in English; consult the university for acceptable evidence and minimum levels.

Career prospects

Graduates commonly move into roles such as:

• Conveyancer or conveyancing assistant in law firms and specialist conveyancing practices
• Property settlement clerk or conveyancing support officer
• Paralegal with a focus on property transactions
• Title search or property information officer in public and private sectors
• Client liaison roles within real estate and lending institutions

The diploma provides a pathway to further study and professional accreditation where applicable. In many jurisdictions additional licensing or supervised practice may be required to operate as a fully licensed conveyancer.

Why study at Southern Cross University

Southern Cross University offers a practical, industry-informed conveyancing program delivered by staff with experience in legal practice and property services. The course is structured to suit working students through flexible delivery options and workplace-focused assessment. Students benefit from regional campus support, strong links with local legal and property professionals, and access to learning resources designed for applied practice in contemporary conveyancing environments.