Master of Laws (Research)

The Master of Laws by Research consists exclusively of a research thesis. The program is individually designed and built around the research and the topic to be investigated, and you will work with a supervisor from the School's academic staff to develop an appropriate topic within the areas of research focus for the School.

Students may choose a research topic from all areas of law. The program is individually designed and built around the research and the topic to be investigated, and students have the opportunity to undertake research on a wide range of legal topics that further develop their legal, professional and practical skills.

Yes. Most domestic research students are eligible to have all Higher Degree by Research (HDR) course fees paid by the Commonwealth Government through a Research Training Program (RTP) Fees Offset Scholarship for the maximum duration of the enrolment time. Domestic students are also encouraged to apply for competitive stipend scholarships. International students may apply for Commonwealth Government RTP Scholarships (Fees Offset and/or Stipend) or the University International Fee Remission Research Scholarship (IFRRS), which are very competitive and awarded to students of exceptional research potential.

Upon successful completion, graduates will be able to: apply high level cognitive and technical skills in the design and execution of a specialised research project; investigate, analyse, synthesise, and critically reflect on complex information, problems and concepts; disseminate research findings and communicate a coherent and sustained argument effectively to specialist and non-specialist audiences; apply knowledge of research integrity, ethics and the rights and safety of others; and conduct research with creativity, initiative, autonomy, and accountability.

The Master of Laws (Research) is available at the Fremantle, Broome, and Sydney campuses, and can also be studied externally. The program commences in both Semester 1 and Semester 2 each year, and can be completed in 2 years full-time or equivalent part-time.