Overview

We offer flexible study options tailored to your career needs. Choose from Dispute Resolution, Environmental Law, Employment and Labour Relations Law and International Law.

During this Master of Laws programme from University of Newcastle you'll engage in advanced studies with a strong research focus. You’ll develop critical thinking skills to analyse complex legal issues.

NUspace is located in Newcastle's CBD and provides a modern learning setting to support your academic success.

There are also opportunities for international study experiences and legal externships available.

Career opportunities

Upon completion of the LLM you will be able to use your specialised knowledge to advance your career and work in various areas including;

Legal practice and/or advice

In-house Counsel

Public policy

Government sector

Non-government sector

Private sector, e.g. finance and business

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Public International Law

Taxation Law

Commercial Law

Environmental Law

Advanced Criminal Law

Employment Law

Key information

Duration

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

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-17 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-09 00:00:00
Starting 2027-01-27 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-11 00:00:00

More details

International: It is recommended you submit your application a minimum of 12 weeks before your intended semester or trimester start date.

Language

English

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TOEFL^® IBT

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66

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IELTS

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Credits

80 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Newcastle, Australia

Disciplines

Public Law Master of Laws (LLM) View 24 other Masters in Master of Laws (LLM) 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

Duolingo English Test

130

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TOEFL^® IBT

94

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PTE Academic

66

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IELTS

7

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Other requirements

General requirements

CRICOS code: 079533G

To be eligible for admission to the LLM via the Law Pathway applicants must hold one of the following qualifications:

Bachelor of Law (Honours) degree;

Graduate Certificate in Law or Legal Practice following the completion of a 3 year Bachelor of Laws degree;

Graduate Diploma in Law or Legal Practice following the completion of a 3 year Bachelor of Laws degree;

Combined Law degree with a duration of 5 years where 3 years of study was undertaken primarily in law;

Bachelor of Laws degree with a duration of 4 years where 3 years of study was undertaken primarily in law;

Bachelor of Laws graduate entry with a duration of 3 years undertaken primarily in law;

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Tuition Fees

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

International Applies to you

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Non-residents

38875 AUD / year

≈ 38875 AUD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

28185 AUD / year

≈ 28185 AUD / year

Additional Details

Indicative annual fees are based on a full year full time load (80 units)

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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