Master's
Master of Laws – UQ
Course Overview
The University of Queensland’s Master of Laws provides advanced legal education for graduates seeking specialised expertise across a broad range of contemporary legal disciplines. Students can focus on areas such as commercial law, international law, environmental law, human rights, taxation, dispute resolution, and intellectual property while strengthening legal research and analytical skills.
The program encourages critical evaluation of complex legal issues through seminars, case studies, and independent research. Students engage with leading academics and legal practitioners while examining evolving domestic and international legal frameworks. Graduates are prepared for senior legal practice, government, academia, corporate leadership, and international legal organisations.
Entry Requirements
- Academic Records: Recognized Bachelor degree in Law, Political Science, or IR with a 65%+ WAM.
- English Proficiency: IELTS 7.0 overall (minimum 6.0 in sub-scores), TOEFL iBT 96, PTE 68.
- Prerequisites / Knowledge: Foundational understanding of global governance or public international law.
- Application Materials: Certified degree transcripts, completion certificate, and passport copy.
- Waterford Institute of TechnologyResume outlining work history in foreign policy, human rights, or international NGOs.
Career Outcomes
- Senior Legal Counsel
- Corporate Lawyer
- International Arbitration Specialist
- Human Rights Lawyer
- Legal Academic
Scholarship Available
- Yes (UQ International Scholarships
- UQ Graduate School Scholarships
- Law Scholarships)
