Enrolmen​ts (via STEMS)

All enrolments for the Diploma in Law must be completed through the Student Tuition Examination Management System (STEMS).

Who Can Enrol

• You must be a registered Student-at-Law to enrol.
• If you are a returning student, you must ensure your STEMS student account has been activated.
• If you are currently excluded, you must apply for an exemption under Rule 67 by submitting a Student Course Application on STEMS.  You will be able to provisionally enrol in subjects while your application is being reviewed.

How to Enrol (via STEMS)

• Enrolments are only accepted via STEMS.
• Select the 'Enrolments' tab on your STEMS homepage to initiate the enrolment process. 
• If you experience technical issues, submitting an enquiry via the home page of your STEMS account with details and screenshots.

Subject Enrolment Guidelines 

You must enrol according to the progression rules: 

• The first 11 subjects must be completed in order.
• For the first 8 subjects, you may enrol in up to 2 subjects per term.
• After completing 8 subjects, you may enrol in up to 3 subjects.
• Check the exam timetable before enrolling , you will not be able to enrol in subjects with clashing examinations. 

Refer to the Diploma in Law Handbook for detailed information of the Progression Rules. 

If you want to enrol in more subjects then you are eligible or subjects out of order you will need to seek permission by lodging a 'Student Course Application' in STEMS. 

Examination Information 

Exam Locations

Examinations are held in the Sydney CBD, Newcastle, Canberra and at 12 Country University Centres. A full list of exam locations is available here (PDF, 161.8 KB). 

Online Exams by Exception

Permission to sit examinations online may be granted only in exceptional circumstances that prevent candidates from attending exams in person. 

To apply to sit an exam online, please log into the  STEMS portal and select Miscellaneous and apply and pay the associated fee. Applications are made on a semester-by-semester basis. Applications should be made promptly after you have processed your enrolment. 

Before completing your application please read the Board's Online Examination by Exception Policy (PDF, 254.5 KB).

Exam Format

Candidates siting at an exam centre will be able to choose to handwrite their exam answer or type their answer on their own device.

Information to help inform selection is distributed after studies commence. Students will be contacted to select their exam format. 

Before You Enrol 

Please ensure you have read and understood the following documents before starting your enrolment:

• Diploma in Law Handbook
• refund policy
• deferred examination policy

You will need to declare that you have read and understand these documents before completing your enrolment.

Enrolment Fees and Payment 

• As of 1 July 2024, the enrolment fee is $1,089 per subject.
• Payment is made via STEMS using a credit or debit card (excluding American Express).
• Do not use the below payment links unless specifically instructed by LPAB staff.

Next Enrolment Period Key Dates - Semester 1, 2025/6 (Summer)

• Enrolment opens: 22 October 2025
• Enrolment closes: 31 October 2025
• Late enrolments (with fee): Accepted until 8 November 2025
• Last day to apply for relaxation of rules: 31 October 2025
• Late applications (with fee): Accepted until 8 November 2025

Need Help with Enrolment? 

• Vist our Enrolment FAQ's for answers to common questions about eligibility, subject selection, fees, and key dates.
• Or send us an enquiry via your STEMS account.