University of Technology Sydney

Master of Laws (Research)

DURATION

2 up to 4 Years

LANGUAGES

English

PACE

Full time, Part time

APPLICATION DEADLINE

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EARLIEST START DATE

Feb 2025

TUITION FEES

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STUDY FORMAT

On-Campus

* in AUD per 24cp session

Key Summary

About: The Master of Laws (Research) program focuses on independent research in various areas of law. Students develop skills in legal analysis and gain research experience, preparing them for advanced scholarly work. The program typically lasts for two years and culminates in a dissertation.

Career Outcomes: Graduates can pursue careers in academia, legal research, consultancy, or policy development. They may also work in government agencies, non-profit organizations, or international institutions, leveraging their expertise in legal frameworks and research methodologies.

Introduction

This course is suitable for students who have completed a coursework degree and wish to deepen their knowledge in a particular legal area by means of research. Students develop critical and analytical skills and advanced research skills to enable in-depth exploration of their chosen area. This degree is valuable for those wishing to pursue a career in research.

Career options include positions in universities, undertaking research, contributions to public policy, or other academic work, including teaching, interest groups and legal publishing.

Master of Laws (Research)

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