Master of Laws
University of New England (UNE)
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Postgraduate
CRICOS: 00003G
The UNE Master of Laws enables you to broaden your legal knowledge and enhance your independent, critical thinking and research skills. You will achieve a high standard of professional writing and research relevant to current issues in law and practice.Our course gives you the opportunity to choose units of interest or specialise by undertaking units from a particular area of law. It will equip you with advanced legal knowledge and skills and the advanced research skills to make a difference in an increasingly interconnected world.
Designed for
People with practical legal experience or those seeking to extend their knowledge
Structure
To qualify for the award a candidate must pass units to the value of 96 credit points including a minimum of 48 credit points at 500-level.
Subjects
- Commercial
- Crime and criminal justice
- Health and science
- International
- Natural resource governance
Standard entry requirements
Rule A: You meet ONE of the following entry requirements:You have completed a Bachelor of Laws with Honours (AQF Level 8 or overseas equivalent).You have completed a master's qualification in Law (AQF Level 9 or overseas equivalent).You have completed a Bachelor of Laws (AQF Level 7) or Juris Doctor (AQF Level 9) (or overseas equivalents) AND have completed a minimum of two years of full-time (or part-time equivalent) relevant professional experience.*If you are admitted on this basis, you will be eligible for admission under Rule A. Please see the Rule A Course Structure (Program of Study).Rule B: You have completed a Bachelor of Laws (AQF Level 7) or Juris Doctor (AQF Level 9) or overseas equivalents.If you are admitted on this basis, you will be eligible for admission under Rule B. Please see the Rule B Course Structure (Program of Study).* Relevant professional experience includes, but is not limited to, the following:Law departmentsLegal practiceLegal researchPolicy writing
Study pathways
Students may be eligible for credit (advanced standing) for previously completed studies. An Exit pathway is available for eligible students.
Study information
| Campus | Fees | Mid year intake | Attendance |
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| Online Campus | International: $56,432 | Yes |
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| UNE Armidale (main campus) | International: $30,200 | Yes |
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