Capstone Live Oral Prep Course
Focused oral exam preparation delivered by two of Australia's leading migration law practitioners, with over 32 years of combined experience. Three weeks of targeted exam preparation instruction focusing on practical skills, plus a 40-minute private one-on-one Oral Assessment.
General Information
- Capstone Intake: July 2026
- Mode: Online live sessions via Zoom (not recorded)
- Course Fee: $689 incl GST
- Duration: 4 sessions, 23 June – 10 July 2026
- Includes: 3 live class sessions plus a 40-minute private Oral Assessment with a course coach
What You Will Learn
This program prepares candidates for the oral component of the Capstone Assessment, the professional exam required for registration as a Registered Migration Agent.
What the course covers
The course provides structured, practitioner-led instruction focusing exclusively on the Oral component of the Capstone Exam.
- Exam structure and strategy focusing exclusively on the Oral component
- Methods for preparing for the Oral component of the exam, including ethics and compliance under the OMARA Code of Conduct and Occupational Competency Standards
- Scenario-based legal problem solving using the MIRAT methodology and framework
- Legislative interpretation and referencing using the Migration Act 1958, Migration Regulations 1994 and legislative instruments
- Time and resource management under exam conditions, including effective use of LegendCOM
- Ethical and professional communication aligned with the Code of Conduct and Occupational Competency Standards
Structured guidance for the oral exam
Two Specialised Preparation Materials — access preparation materials available only to enrolled oral students, designed to strengthen exam performance and strategic confidence.
Oral Examination Guide
Develop a disciplined approach to analysing scenarios, identifying key legal issues and delivering structured responses under time pressure.
Oral Skills
Refine your delivery, sharpen your responses to questioning and present arguments with clarity, control and professionalism.
Meet your Capstone coaches
Anastasia Vu
Founder · The A Team · Former Lecturer, Victoria UniversityFounder of The A Team migration consultancy and former migration law lecturer at Victoria University. Brings multidisciplinary expertise across law, business and migration to every session.
Mark Northam
Principal Solicitor · Northam LawyersFounding director of Migration Law Training with over 6,000 CPD points delivered. Specialist in complex immigration matters including section 501 character cancellations and judicial review proceedings.
Comprehensive Capstone Oral Exam Focus
All sessions held online via Zoom. Times are Sydney NSW time. Sessions are not recorded.
Tuesday 23 June 2026 · 6:00 - 7:30pm
Effectively Assessing Oral Scenarios and Questions During the Exam
Structured approach to analysing oral exam scenarios and identifying key legal issues using the MIRAT framework. Includes an overview of the MIRAT methodology and its application under oral exam conditions.
Tuesday 25 June 2026 · 6:00 - 7:30pm
Capstone Oral Exam Techniques and Strategies
Mastering the oral component through scenario preparation, structured responses, anticipating questions and professional communication.
Tuesday 30 June 2026 · 6:00 - 7:30pm
Capstone Oral Examination Practicals
Special session dedicated to live oral practice featuring demonstrations, exam strategies, time management and guidance on handling surprises and common mistakes.
1 July – 10 July 2026 40 Minutes · 1-on-1
Private 40-Minute One-on-One Oral Practice Assessment
Private assessment with a course coach covering problem analysis, legislative application, professional communication, ethics and Code of Conduct and Occupational Standards elements.
Ready to pass the Capstone?
Join Australia's most comprehensive Capstone Oral Exam preparation course and step into your exam with confidence.