Master of Laws (by Research)

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Delivered by the Sir Zelman Cowen Centre, the Master of Laws (by Research) allows in-depth study of a legal topic. You will complete a major thesis worthy of publication under the supervision of an experienced member of staff. 

The research thesis is equal to a combined total of 192 credit points. If progress is satisfactory, application for transfer to a Doctor of Philosophy may be made.

Course Essentials

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Course Objectives

The Master of Laws (by Research) aims to enable students to study a legal topic in depth, completing a major thesis worthy of publication under the supervision of an experienced member of staff. The research thesis is equal to a combined total of 192 credit points. If progress is satisfactory, application for transfer to a Doctor of Philosophy may be made.

Units and electives

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The course comprises a research thesis.

What's a unit?

A unit or 'subject' is the actual class you'll attend in the process of completing a course.

Most courses have a mixture of compulsory 'core' units that you need to take, and optional 'elective' units that you can choose to take based on your area of interest, expertise or experience.

Credits

Each unit is worth a set amount of study credits based on the amount of time you study. Generally, 1 credit is equal to 1 hour of study per week.

Admission Information

  • Year 12:

    To qualify for admission to the course an applicant must normally have completed a Bachelor of Laws.

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