Overview

Throughout the Laws course from Adelaide University you will develop deep discipline knowledge and intellectual breadth in our Master of Laws. You will have the knowledge to succeed, connect with others and build an international portfolio. Stand out in the competitive world of law.

Enhance your skills and gain expert in-depth knowledge in a range of specialisations. Tailor this program to your individual needs, building a desirable skillset for a range of careers.

Build a broad professional network including legal professionals, judges and international academics. Gain valuable insights through collaboration with top universities.

Lay the foundation for an international career by creating a global legal network. Become an expert with specialised legal skills and knowledge needed for policy development, compliance and legal practice. Graduate ready to follow your passions and excel in your chosen field.

Career opportunities:

Graduates will be equipped to pursue advanced careers in law, with international and/or non-governmental organisations, in global enterprises, or for governments and policy-makers.

A Master of Laws can give you a deeper understanding of the law and open opportunities in both traditional legal roles and more specialised or global positions.

You might stand up for people’s rights around the world, working with organisations like Amnesty International or the United Nations. Perhaps you’ll join the world of global business, helping companies navigate the complex rules of international trade.

Other potential careers you may consider include:

Jury consultant
Lawyer
Solicitor
Barrister.

Please note to practise law the academic requirement is a Bachelor of Laws. In addition, there are practical legal training requirements which may be met through completion of a Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Al and Technology: Legal and Security Issues
International Criminal Law (PG)
Advanced Military Discipline Law
International Commercial and Trade Law
Advanced Military Operations Law
Counter Terrorism and National Security Law

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-03 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-02-23 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-23 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

48 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Gawler, Australia

Disciplines

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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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IELTS

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Other requirements

General requirements

CRICOS code: 115927H

To be eligible, an applicant must have achieved at least one of the following minimum entry requirements and demonstrate they fulfil any prerequisite and essential criteria for admission. In cases where there are more eligible applicants than available places, admission will be competitive with ranks based on the entry criteria.

A completed Bachelor of Laws (Honours) (or equivalent); OR
A completed Bachelor of Laws (or equivalent), plus a completed Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice; OR
A completed Bachelor of Laws (or equivalent), plus substantial professional experience within the profession; OR
A completed Bachelor of Laws (or equivalent), plus substantial research experience within the profession.

This degree requires a Grade Point Average (GPA) equivalent to an Adelaide University 5.0 on a 7-point scale for entry.

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

54900 AUD / year

≈ 54900 AUD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

42000 AUD / year

≈ 42000 AUD / year

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Funding

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