After months of deliberation, I finally submitted my application for the Melbourne Juris Doctor program last night which, coincidentally, was also the deadline for handing in applications.

Okay, so it wasn't coincidental. But I am the Queen of Last-minute, and I don't think I'm about to change any time soon.

I've been thinking about doing a law degree for a while, since the beginning of 2010, and I thought "what the hell?", might as well study more while I'm young and still able.

I'll be sitting the LSAT (Law School Admission Test) on October 1st. I'm actually really looking forward to doing this course, if and when I get accepted.

But, I'm not going to worry too much about it right now. I believe that if I'm meant to get in this time I will, and if I don't, it just means I'm supposed to try again at a later date.

I'm also going to apply for the RMIT JD program which has a deadline in November some time. I'd prefer to get into the Melbourne JD, because the University of Melbourne has a reputation of excellence not just here, but also internationally.

I'm not an elitist, but if I ever decide to practice beyond the bounds of Australia (which is a high probability), having a degree that is internationally recognised will be extremely helpful. I know RMIT also has international recognition, which is why I did my undergrad degree there, but Melbourne Uni being the highest-ranked tertiary institution in Australia will probably make it easier for me to get a foot in the door.

Anyway, all I can do is pray and persevere, the rest is out of my hands. I'm sure I'll get there in the end.