Do you wish to expand your legal knowledge and skills and be the best in your field? The University of Notre Dame Australia’s Master of Laws by Research will enable you to develop in-depth legal knowledge and skills in an area of law of your choice. The program aims to develop advanced independent research and writing skills, critical analysis, complex problem-solving and reasoning. Contact us today to find out more.

Why study this degree?

The Master of Laws by Research is a thesis-based research degree. You will work with a supervisor from the School’s academic staff to develop an appropriate topic within the areas of research focus for the School. The program is individually designed and built around the research and the topic to be investigated. A thesis submitted for a Master of Laws is expected to be systematic, written presentation of the results of study, investigation and research which makes a substantial contribution to the body of knowledge of the law in the relevant area.

The Master of Laws by Research consists exclusively of a research thesis.

Full details of the program requirements are contained in the Program Requirements.

A Master of Laws by Research provides an opportunity for applicants to advance their knowledge and skill in law, and to specialise in specific areas of law, that may advance career opportunities in fields including law, business, government and public administration, media and the not-for-profit sector.

This LLM is available only to students with prior studies in law. Admissions requirements: Completed Bachelor of Laws (Hons); or Bachelor of Laws with Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice; o

IELTS (Academic) - 7.0 overall, with no individual band score lower than 7.0

OET - B in all sections; PTE Academic - 65, with no individual band score lower than 65

TOEFL (iBT) - 94, with no score lower than 24 in reading and listening, no lower than 23 in speaking, and no lower than 27 in writing.