Master of Law and Development
Examine the intersection of legal frameworks, international development, and institutional reform.
Best for:Best for professionals in international development or law graduates seeking to specialize in legal reform and institutional development.
Overview
The Master of Law and Development at the University of Melbourne provides a comprehensive analysis of how legal systems and international institutions influence global development. Students explore the legalization of development, the rule of law, and the role of various actors in law reform projects. The curriculum offers a blend of theoretical, historical, and practical perspectives suitable for professionals in government, non-profit, or international development sectors. It is also designed to serve as a pathway for those intending to pursue further research degrees. The programme is open to both law and non-law graduates.
What you'll do
- Engage with theoretical and practical perspectives on the legalization of development.
- Analyze the role of international and regional actors in law reform initiatives.
- Investigate the rule of law within various developmental contexts.
- Complete coursework covering historical, critical, and applied legal studies.
- Prepare for advanced research or professional practice in international development.
Requirements
Degree required: Undergraduate degree in law or a relevant discipline.
Degree offered: Master of Law and Development
Language: English proficiency required for all international applicants.
Instruction: English
- Academic background in law or a relevant field.
- Professional experience in international development for non-law graduates or specific law degree pathways.
- Ability to engage with complex legal and developmental theory.
- Law degree (LLB, JD or equivalent) at honours standard, or
- Law degree with two years of documented relevant professional experience, or
- Undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline with two years of documented relevant professional experience, or
- Undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline with a cognate graduate diploma and one year of documented relevant professional experience.
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How to apply
Applications are submitted through the University of Melbourne's official course portal. Prospective students should review the specific entry requirements based on their academic and professional background before applying.
- Academic transcripts
- Proof of professional experience
- Evidence of English language proficiency
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