Master of Laws (Research)
Master of Laws (Research)
The Master of Laws (Research) provides an opportunity for graduates to develop their research skills, to deepen their knowledge in some area of the law and to undertake original research. The degree is awarded to candidates who demonstrate competence in research, an understanding of research method, and make some contribution…
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
The Master of Laws (Research) provides an opportunity for graduates to develop their research skills, to deepen their knowledge in some area of the law and to undertake original research. The degree is awarded to candidates who demonstrate competence in research, an understanding of research method, and make some contribution to knowledge.
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.
Course structure
Students are required to submit a thesis of approximately 40,000-60,000 words. As part of this course, students must also complete the subject 77697 Higher Degree Research Seminar.
The candidate is required to undertake all assessments as part of the faculty’s Doctoral Framework three-stage program. In the first stage candidates must complete a formal candidature assessment, and in the second candidates must complete a progress confirmation, to ensure their progress is consistent with completion of the research program in the prescribed time and that they demonstrate potential to complete the work to standard.
Careers
Career options include positions in universities, undertaking research, contributions to public policy, or other academic work, including teaching, interest groups and legal publishing.
REQUIREMENTS
Applicants must have completed a UTS recognised bachelor’s degree, or an equivalent or higher qualification, or submitted other evidence of general and professional qualifications that demonstrates potential to pursue graduate research studies.
Previous qualifications must be in a relevant discipline, usually with honours or a distinction average.
The English proficiency requirement for international students or local applicants with international qualifications is: Academic IELTS: 7.0 overall with a writing score of 7.0; or TOEFL: paper based: 584-609 overall with TWE of 5.0, internet based: 94-101 overall with a writing score of 27; or PTE: 65-72 overall with a writing score of 65; or C1A/C2P: 185-190 overall with a writing score of 185.
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
The University of Sydney, located in Sydney, Australia, is a world-renowned institution that is ranked in the top 20 universities in the world (QS World University Rankings, 2024). Students come from all over the globe to study at undergraduate and postgraduate level. Students have the choice of selecting from Australia’s widest range of programmes and disciplines. Offering over 400 study areas to select from, the university has two subjects that are ranked in the top ten in the world, with an additional 30 disciplines ranked amongst the top 50 in the world (QS 2023 Subject Rankings). Career opportunities for students are enhanced through internships and work experience, as well as the option of studying abroad for part of their degree through one of the university’s overseas programmes.Â
