Course Overview

About This Course

The Master of Laws (LLM) provides law and non-law graduates with a flexible postgraduate opportunity to develop advanced, integrated and contemporary knowledge in one or more areas of legal study. The LLM is a sophisticated degree with substantial consideration of relevant professional and transdisciplinary aspects of the law which will enhance student career expertise and prospects. The program develops advanced legal research and writing skills and enhances the ability of students to critically evaluate complex legal issues. All students will have the opportunity to apply their legal knowledge and skills by conducting independent research and by engaging in analytical studies on specialised topics in the student’s areas of interest. Students may select one or more minors from a pool comprising Legal Issues in Construction, Studies in Australian Migration Law, Finance and Tax Law, and Human Rights Law. If you have completed relevant prior study or have relevant professional experience, you may be eligible for credit towards the Master of Laws which can reduce the program’s duration. Note: This program does NOT satisfy the academic degree requirements for admission to practice as an Australian lawyer.

Where You Can Study

Available Locations

Sydney

Level 4, 255 Elizabeth St, Sydney, NSW 2000

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Student Information

Fees & Entry by Student Type

Tuition Fee

$35,348*

Duration

Full Time: 1-2 Years (Available Part Time)*

Intakes

Autumn 2027 (starts 01 March 2027) | Spring 2027 (starts 19 July 2027)

Study Mode

Full Time / Part Time

Eligibility

Entry Requirements

General Requirements

Tertiary Education: The Master of Laws (LLM) is open to graduates with or without a law degree. Applicants must have successfully completed a Bachelor degree in any discipline, or equivalent.

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

As a graduate of this degree, you can look forward to a broad range of exciting career opportunities in different sectors and industries. Below are some examples of the possible careers you can pursue with this degree:

Foreign Affairs
International Organisations
Business and industry

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Academic Regulator

TEQSA

Professional Body

Legal Profession Admission Board (LPAB NSW)

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Skills Assessor

State Legal Admission Authority

Course Content

Units of Competency

All Units52 units

LAWS7056

Fundamentals of Australian Law

Core — 10 credit points

LAWS7027

Legal Philosophy and Methodology

Core — 10 credit points

LAWS7061

Legal Analysis and Critique

Core — 10 credit points

LAWS7057

Government and Public Law

Core — 10 credit points

LAWS7078

Principles of Private Law

Core — 10 credit points

LAWS7062

Legal Research Dissertation

Core Alternate Subjects - Group 2 — 20 credit points

LAWS7063

Legal Research Project 1

Core Alternate Subjects - Group 2 — 10 credit points

LAWS7064

Legal Research Project 2

Core Alternate Subjects - Group 2 — 10 credit points

LAWS7030

Principles of International Law

Core Alternate Subjects - Group 1 — 10 credit points

LAWS7048

Criminal Law

Core Alternate Subjects - Group 1 — 10 credit points

0344

Finance and Tax Law, Minor

Minor — 40 credit points

0345

Issues in Construction Law, Minor

Minor — 40 credit points

0347

Human Rights Law, Minor

Minor — 40 credit points

0346

Australian Migration Law Studies, Minor

Minor — 40 credit points

LAWS7080

Artificial Intelligence and the Law (PG)