Laws (Research)

Have a passion for law and want to further your knowledge? The Master of Laws (Research) is a postgraduate research degree designed to expand on your theoretical and specialist knowledge of the law and take your research skills to a higher level. 

You will undertake a significant piece of research in a specialised field of your choice and contribute to the knowledge base of the legal community through an academic dissertation. 
Your studies will provide you with skills in undertaking and evaluating legal research using research methodologies and techniques to resolve particular legal problems. 

Program structure

Courses to be studiedUnits

Coursework course1 unit

plus 3 x dissertation courses11 units

Total    12 units

Course codeCourse name

Coursework Course:

LAW8001Legal Research Methodology

Dissertation Courses: 

LAW8002Law Masters Dissertation A

LAW8003Law Masters Dissertation B

LAW8004 Law Masters Dissertation C

Entry requirements

• 3 or 4-year bachelor degree in law or equivalent from a recognised university
• Outline of dissertation topic

Admission is dependent upon the Faculty's capacity to supervise the proposed projects. Prospective candidates should consult with the Associate Dean (Research) before preparing their project proposals. Research concentrations are updated periodically.

English Language Requirements

Domestic and international students from a non-English speaking background are required to satisfy English Language requirements. This program requires a minimum of IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.

If you do not meet the English language requirements you may apply to study a University-approved English language program.

International entry requirements

English Language Requirements

Domestic and international students from a non-English speaking background are required to satisfy English Language requirements. This program requires a minimum of IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.

If you do not meet the English language requirements you may apply to study a University-approved English language program.

Pre-requisites

• 3 or 4-year bachelor degree in law or equivalent from a recognised university
• Outline of dissertation topic

Admission is dependent upon the Faculty's capacity to supervise the proposed projects. Prospective candidates should consult with the Associate Dean (Research) before preparing their project proposals. Research concentrations are updated periodically.

Want to improve your English level for admission?

Prepare for the program requirements with English Online by the British Council.

• ✔️ Flexible study schedule
• ✔️ Experienced teachers
• ✔️ Certificate upon completion

📘 Recommended for students with an IELTS level of 6.0 or below.

Enroll in the course

You may be able to apply for scholarships to help with your study costs.