Master of Laws (Coursework)
Master of Laws (Coursework)
The Master of Laws (coursework) is a Masters of Law degree with a focus on emerging commercial and legal realities in an international context. The degree will enable students to develop in-depth legal knowledge and skills in the areas of international law that they choose. The program also aims to…
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
The Master of Laws (coursework) is a Masters of Law degree with a focus on emerging commercial and legal realities in an international context. The degree will enable students to develop in-depth legal knowledge and skills in the areas of international law that they choose. The program also aims to develop a student’s skills in advanced independent research and writing, critical analysis, complex problem-solving and reasoning. The program includes a research component with a strong focus on applied legal research.
Why study this degree?
A Masters of Laws (LLM) is a great way to expand your legal knowledge and skills and to differentiate you from other law graduates and lawyers. This program has a focus on international law and, with the globalization of the legal profession; it is useful to develop a strong understanding of international law and of the practice of law in other jurisdictions.
The electives on offer may include: Asia-Europe Trade Law, International Business Law and Dispute Resolution, International Cultural Heritage Law, International Business Law in Practice, International Taxation Law, International Transport Law, Issues in International Law and Contemporary Culture, International Environmental Law, The Legal Environment of the Asia- Pacific Region, The Philosophy of International Law, International Human Rights Law, International Perspectives on Bioethics and the Law, Law & Religion, and Canon Law.
Career opportunities
The following careers are open to graduates of this program:
Human rights advocate
Lobbyist
Policy officer
Diplomat
Politician
Specialist in international law
Business executive
Entrepreneur; and
For those who have completed the requirements for admission careers as a solicitor or barrister with enhanced expertise in international law.
REQUIREMENTS
This LLM is available only to students with prior studies in law.
Admissions requirements:
Completed Bachelor of Laws (Hons); or
Bachelor of Laws with Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice; or
Bachelor of Laws degree completed at a high credit level; or
Bachelor of Laws degree combined with relevant practical experience; or
Juris Doctor; or
International equivalents
IELTS Academic: 6.5 overall, with no writing score lower than 6.5 and no other individual band score lower than 6.0
CAE/CPE: 176 overall, with no score lower than 176 in writing and no other band score lower than 169
PTE Academic: 58 overall, with no score lower than 58 in writing and no other band score lower than 50
TOEFL (iBT): 84 overall, with no score lower than 22 in writing and no other band score lower than 17
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
The University of Notre Dame Australia is a leading institution in Australia. It offers a range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs in arts & sciences, business, philosophy & theology, education, law, nursing & midwifery, physiotherapy, medicine and health sciences. The University has campuses in Sydney, Perth and Broome. It also has seven additional Clinical Schools in New South Wales and Victoria, which are part of its School of Medicine. The institution has one of the highest graduate employment rates in the country. During their time studying, students are offered individual career support, covering everything from CV writing to brushing up on their interview skills.
