Master of Environmental Law

Degree overview

Deepen your knowledge of Environmental Law.

This program is designed to provide legal and non-legal professionals with a deeper knowledge of Environmental Law in Australia and beyond. Study a range of discipline areas taught by international industry experts, including Environmental and Life Sciences, Business, and Architecture and Built Environment.

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Top 1% ^? university in the world

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).

Master of Environmental Law

Program Code 40141

CRICOS Code , Program Code 40141

Indicative fee¹

Duration (FT)(PT)

Next start date

No current intake

This program is not currently accepting new applications.

Program Code 40141

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What you will study

Students may choose courses from a range of areas including:

Law and Economics of Climate Change
International Environmental Law and Policy
Sustainable Development and the United Nations 2030 Development Agenda
Property Law and Planning Legislation
Human Rights and Climate Change-Induced Human Displacement
Disaster Governance and International Framework
Business & the Natural Environment
Social Enterprises and Co-operative Innovation.

2027 Program Handbook

The courses shown above are a guide, and don't reflect the exact year-by-year structure of the program, you should always refer to the program handbook for details of the complete program structure, course requirements and availability.

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My Degree Planner

Use our degree planner to see what your study journey through the Master of Environmental Law might look like.

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Student experience

Dr Elena Aydos - Exploring strategies for lasting climate change solutions 1:40

Hear the program convenor for the Master of Environmental Law, Dr Elena Aydos, discuss her research and teaching regarding climate change.

Scholarships

If you are a current student, or planning to study with us, we encourage you to apply for all scholarships you meet the criteria for.

Scholarships are available for current, future and international students, Asylum seekers, Graduate research, abroad and exchange study and opportunities with external providers.

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