Master of Laws
University of New England (UNE)
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Postgraduate
CRICOS: 00003G
The UNE Master of Laws (Research) provides a program of flexible learning and independent research for high-calibre graduates in Law to make a substantial and original contribution to an academic field of legal knowledge. You will develop advanced skills in how to write for, research, argue and apply the law and build your critical thinking via an advanced program of self-led research and training, with support from our academic team from start to finish.This course is taught by UNE’s highly experienced staff in the School of Law, Australia’s largest law school outside a capital city. World-class teaching staff, a thriving research culture and unique perspective on regional, rural and remote legal issues will provide you with access to an engaging program of research and specialist skills that employers are looking for.Build on your expertise, hone your research skills and apply your knowledge regardless of your chosen research pathway.
Structure
72 credit points
Subjects
- Rule A - Australian LLB or JD Graduates Program
- Research Methodology and Theory (LLM500)
- LLM Research Topic (LLM520)
- Rule A (Non-Aus LLB or JD Grad) - Advanced Standing
- Research Methodology and Theory (LLM500)
- LLM Research Topic (LLM520)
- Fundamentals of Australias Common Law System (LLM533)
- Rule B - Australian LLB or JD Graduates Program
- Research Methodology and Theory (LLM500)
- LLM Research Topic (LLM520)
- Rule B - Non-Australian LLB or JD Graduates Program
- Research Methodology and Theory (LLM500)
- LLM Research Topic (LLM520)
- Fundamentals of Australias Common Law System (LLM533)
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 masters 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.
- Rule B: You have completed a Bachelor of Laws (AQF Level 7) or Juris Doctor (AQF Level 9) or overseas equivalents.
Study information
| Campus | Fees | Mid year intake | Attendance |
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| Online Campus | International: $31,104 | No |
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| UNE Armidale (main campus) | International: $31,104 | No |
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