Master of Laws
Master of Laws
Develop advanced, integrated and contemporary knowledge in one or more areas of legal study with this flexible postgraduate degree. 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…
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
Develop advanced, integrated and contemporary knowledge in one or more areas of legal study with this flexible postgraduate degree.
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 international, 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 within a global context. All students will have the opportunity to apply their legal knowledge and skills by conducting independent research and by engaging in analytical studies on specialized topics in the student’s areas of interest. The course offers an invaluable opportunity for law graduates without experience in a legal environment to be supervised and mentored by experienced legal practitioners through a legal placement unit. There is no tuition fee associated with this unit and the unit may be undertaken at the same time as the academic units.
Students may select a specialization in International Governance. This specialization enables students to enhance their knowledge and skills of both private and public law issues related to corporate governance, with a strong theoretical core, and a series of units providing specialist information and skills.
Note: This degree is not a professionally accredited program and does not lead to admission to legal practice.
Your career
As a graduate of this degree, you can look forward to career opportunities in:
Foreign Affairs
International Organizations
Business and industry
REQUIREMENTS
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.
Admission Information
Please note that applicants who have completed relevant prior study or have relevant professional experience, may be eligible for credit towards the Master of Laws which can reduce the program’s duration. Applicants should consult the Director of Academic Programs for further information.
English Language Requirements:
IELTS: 6.5 overall score (min 6.0 in each subtest); TOEFL internet-based score of 82: Writing 21, Speaking 18, Reading 13, Listening 13; Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE): 58 overall; No communication skills less than 50.
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
Western Sydney University is located in New South Wales and operates out of 13 accessible campuses across Sydney (Bankstown, Liverpool City, Campbelltown, Sydney City, Sydney Olympic Park, Parramatta, Parramatta City, Westmead, Penrith and Hawkesbury). The student body numbers more than 35,000. With a mix of modern high rise and heritage buildings, equipped with technology-enabled learning facilities, libraries, research facilities, and studios, the University covers a wide range of academic programs including the School of Business, School of Computer, Data and Mathematical Sciences, School of Education, School of Engineering, Design and Built Environment, School of Health Sciences, School of Humanities and Communication Arts, School of Law, School of Medicine, School of Nursing and Midwifery, School of Psychology, School of Science, School of Social Sciences and the Graduate Research School.
