Master of Laws
Advance your legal expertise and career prospects with practical coursework and research in law.
Best for:Best for law graduates and professionals seeking advanced practical legal expertise and career advancement.
Overview
The Master of Laws (LLM) at UNSW Sydney is a formal coursework program designed for law graduates seeking to deepen their professional knowledge and career opportunities. The curriculum focuses on practical and applied coursework that highlights law in action, complemented by a substantial research component in each course. Students engage with contemporary legal challenges under the guidance of UNSW Law faculty. Applicants are expected to meet rigorous academic standards or provide relevant professional legal experience.
What you'll do
- Complete practical and applied coursework focusing on law in action
- Conduct independent legal research as a component of each course
- Engage with complex legal problems and advanced theoretical frameworks
- Participate in academic discussions and collaborative legal analysis
Requirements
Degree required: LLB or JD
Degree offered: Master of Laws
Language: English; standard UNSW English language requirements apply
Instruction: English
- Foundational legal knowledge from an LLB or JD degree
- Ability to conduct independent and rigorous legal research
- Critical analysis and practical application of legal principles
- Proficiency in written and oral legal communication
- Minimum credit average (65% or higher) in an LLB or JD, OR an LLB or JD with a minimum of two years of relevant professional experience
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How to apply
Submit your application through the official UNSW portal, ensuring you include all required academic transcripts and proof of meeting English language proficiency standards. Review the specific course offerings and admission requirements prior to submitting.
- Academic transcripts
- Proof of English language proficiency
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