Overview

The Master of Environmental Law at the University of Newcastle is the only postgraduate legal programme in Australia which offers the opportunity to obtain certification by the United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR) and/or the United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNISDR).

The flexible study options allow you the time and pace that suits your schedule. Attend classes at NUspace in Newcastle's CBD, online, or a mix of both. Broaden your cross-cultural legal knowledge through international study experiences and international legal internships.

Career Opportunities

Upon completion of the Master of Environmental Law you will be able to use your specialised knowledge to advance your career and work in various areas including:

Environmental and resources sectors

Public policy

Government sector

Non-government sector

Private sector, e.g. sustainability consulting

Legal practice or advice (for legal professionals only)

In-house counsel (for legal professionals only).

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Environmental Law

Law and Economics of Climate Change

International Environmental Law and Policy

Sustainable Development and the United Nations 2030 Development Agenda

Environmental/Natural Resources Law Clinic

Property Law and Planning Legislation

Human Rights and Climate Change-Induced Human Displacement

Disaster Management Policy/Social Considerations

Government and Disaster Risk Reduction

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-27 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-11 00:00:00

More details

International: submit the application a min of 12 weeks before your intended start date

Language

English

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IELTS

7

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Credits

80 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Newcastle, Australia

Disciplines

Legal Studies Environmental Sciences View 35 other Masters in Legal Studies in Australia

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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130

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94

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66

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IELTS

7

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Other requirements

General requirements

CRICOS code: 0100471

Entry into the Master of Environmental Law Programme (80 units) will be available to applications who have:

an AQF Level 8 Honours Bachelor Degree in a related field such as law, environmental science, environmental resource management, environmental planning, architecture, engineering and surveying, or human and physical geography; or
an AQF Level 8 Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma in a related field such as law, environmental science, environmental resource management, environmental planning, architecture, engineering and surveying, or human and physical geography; or
an AQF level 7 Bachelor Degree in a related field of law, environmental science, environmental resource management, environmental planning, architecture, engineering and surveying, or human and physical geography; or

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

39640 AUD / year

≈ 39640 AUD / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

29980 AUD / year

≈ 29980 AUD / year

Additional Details

If you have a Commonwealth Supported Place your study is supported by the Government

Living costs

Newcastle

Australia

1333 - 2400 AUD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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