Course Overview

About This Course

Become a medical law expert. Build your medical law expertise with the Master of Health and Medical Law, part of the world-renowned Melbourne Law Masters program. Designed for lawyers and non-lawyers alike, you'll gain advanced understanding of legal and ethical issues in the field of health and medical law. Learn from globally recognised experts as part of a diverse cohort of professionals, and graduate ready for the next step in your career.

Eligibility

Entry Requirements

Requirements

No specific entry requirements are listed on this page. Please refer to the Melbourne Law Masters admissions page for detailed requirements.
Designed for lawyers and non-lawyers alike, including practising lawyers, doctors, health professionals, and health administrators.

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

Graduate ready to become a health and medical specialist lawyer. The course is relevant for practising lawyers as well as doctors, health professionals, and health administrators. Graduates learn how to communicate complex concepts to non-expert audiences, including providing concise legal advice to plaintiffs and defendants in medical litigation.

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Accreditation Details

Academic Regulator

TEQSA

Professional Body

Victorian Legal Admissions Board (VLAB VIC)

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Skills Assessor

State Legal Admission Authority

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this course suitable for non-lawyers?

Yes, the Master of Health and Medical Law is designed for lawyers and non-lawyers alike, making it relevant for practising lawyers as well as doctors, health professionals, and health administrators who wish to develop expertise in health and medical law.

How are subjects delivered in this course?

Subjects are delivered flexibly, with busy working professionals in mind. They are usually taught through five-day intensives and can be delivered online, on-campus at Parkville, or as a hybrid of both.

What are the fees for the Master of Health and Medical Law?

The indicative first year fee for 2026 is AUD $49,984. Commonwealth Supported Places (CSPs) are not available for this course.

What intakes are available for this course?

The Master of Health and Medical Law has multiple intakes throughout the year, available in March, June, July, August, and December.

What student support services are available to students in this course?

Students have access to the Melbourne Law School library, which holds one of the best law collections in Australia, the Legal Academic Skills Centre offering one-on-one research and legal academic skills consultations, and a mentoring program that matches students with experienced practitioners from leading law firms, the Bar, government, the judiciary, and the not-for-profit sector (available to full-time students only).

Application

How to Apply

Three simple steps to get enrolled

Step 01

Enquire

Click "Enquire Now" and tell us a little about yourself. It's free and takes 2 minutes.

Step 02

Submit Documents

Our team will guide you on exactly which documents to prepare and submit.

Step 03

Get Enrolled

Receive your offer letter and confirm your enrolment. Welcome to the course!

Processing time: Offer letter issued within approximately 1 business days.

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