95.1% employed within four months of graduating.
(Graduate Outcomes Survey 2022-2024 - Postgraduate Law and Paralegal)
Degree overview
Become a law specialist
If you want to specialise in a specific area of law, our Master of Laws program (LLM) is for you.
We offer flexible study options tailored to your career needs. Choose from Dispute Resolution, Environmental Law, Employment and Labour Relations Law and International Law.
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.
World top 200
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for Law
21% projected employment growth by 2026
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for Solicitors
$1,528 median weekly income
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for Solicitors before tax
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 eg finance and business.
What you will study
Law Pathway
Key areas of study may include:
- Public International Law
- Taxation Law
- Commercial Law
- Environmental Law
- Advanced Criminal Law
- Employment Law.
You can choose to specialise in the below areas:
- Criminology
- Environmental Law
- Employment and Labour Relations Law
- Dispute Resolution
- International Law
- Law in Practice (only available to students who completed their Law degree outside of Australia).
Non-Law Pathway
Key areas of study include:
- Legal System of Australia
Chosen areas of study may include:
- Advocacy Skills
- Restorative Justice
- International Arbitration
- Commercial Dispute Resolution
- Negotiation in a Legal Context
- Advanced Communication Skills.
How to apply
How to apply
Apply as a domestic student
Before you get started
To ensure a smooth application process, please complete the following steps before applying:
- Review the Program Handbook.
- Review the Admission Requirements.
- Review the Program fees and costs.
- Decide on your preferred commencement date.
Note: Applicants must demonstrate that they meet the University of Newcastle’s English Language Proficiency requirements.
You are a domestic student if you are:
- An Australian or New Zealand citizen (including dual citizens)
- A permanent resident of Australia
- A holder of a permanent Australian visa.
Entry into the Master of Laws (LLM) will be available to applicants via the following admission pathways:
Law Pathway
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;
- Bachelor of Laws with a duration 3 years undertaken primarily in law and have completed a minimum of two years relevant work experience in a legal environment. Applications will be assessed by the Program Convenor through the consideration of a statement outlining the relevant work experience. Transcripts and detailed CVs must be provided to the University;
- An equivalent Bachelor degree or Bachelor (Honours) degree with a minimum 3 years of study undertaken primarily in Law. Applications will be assessed by the Program Convenor to determine eligibility; or
Completed study to the satisfaction of an “admission of Law Body” (similar to LPAB*) that has qualified the student for admission to practice law in a common law jurisdiction.
*Legal Profession Admission Board
Non-Law Pathway
To be eligible for admission to the LLM via the Non-Law Pathway applicants must hold one of the following qualifications:
- A Bachelor Honours Degree or postgraduate qualification in a discipline other than Law or Legal Practice, and at least one year relevant work experience* (or at least two years' full-time legal study completed as part of a Law degree at a Bachelor level or above); or
- A Bachelor Degree and at least two years' relevant work experience* (or at least two years' full time legal study completed as part of a Law degree at a Bachelor level or above).
*Relevant areas of work experience include law, education, social science, psychology, science, engineering and surveying, architecture, medicine, legal studies, business, commerce, human resources and management, industrial relations, management, marketing, environmental science, environmental resource management, environmental planning, human and physical geography, accounting, economics, or finance.
Apply as an international student
Before you get started
To ensure a smooth application process, please complete the following steps before applying:
- Review the Program Handbook.
- Review the Admission Requirements.
- Review the Program fees and costs.
- Decide on your preferred commencement date.
Note: Applicants must demonstrate that they meet the University of Newcastle’s English Language Proficiency requirements.
English proficiency requirements
Applicants who do not speak English as a first language must demonstrate that they meet the University's English proficiency requirement. Further information regarding English language proficiency requirements can be found at the English Language Proficiency for Admission Policy.
- IELTS overall minimum - 7.0
- IELTS section minimum - 6.5
- About English Language Pathways
Apply to the University via our online application portal.
In the application portal, you can enter the program you wish to study and upload relevant documents needed as part of your application. It is recommended you submit your application a minimum of 12 weeks before your intended semester of trimester start date.
If you are applying through an education agent, they can also apply through the application portal. Ensure your agent is contracted to the University to avoid delays with your application.
Once you have started your application you will be provided with a reference number. You or your education agent will be able to track your application as it progresses.
Entry into the Master of Laws (LLM) will be available to applicants via the following admission pathways:
Law Pathway
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;
- Bachelor of Laws with a duration 3 years undertaken primarily in law and have completed a minimum of two years relevant work experience in a legal environment. Applications will be assessed by the Program Convenor through the consideration of a statement outlining the relevant work experience. Transcripts and detailed CVs must be provided to the University;
- An equivalent Bachelor degree or Bachelor (Honours) degree with a minimum 3 years of study undertaken primarily in Law. Applications will be assessed by the Program Convenor to determine eligibility; or
Completed study to the satisfaction of an “admission of Law Body” (similar to LPAB*) that has qualified the student for admission to practice law in a common law jurisdiction.
*Legal Profession Admission Board
Non-Law Pathway
To be eligible for admission to the LLM via the Non-Law Pathway applicants must hold one of the following qualifications:
- A Bachelor Honours Degree or postgraduate qualification in a discipline other than Law or Legal Practice, and at least one year relevant work experience* (or at least two years' full-time legal study completed as part of a Law degree at a Bachelor level or above); or
- A Bachelor Degree and at least two years' relevant work experience* (or at least two years' full time legal study completed as part of a Law degree at a Bachelor level or above).
*Relevant areas of work experience include law, education, social science, psychology, science, engineering and surveying, architecture, medicine, legal studies, business, commerce, human resources and management, industrial relations, management, marketing, environmental science, environmental resource management, environmental planning, human and physical geography, accounting, economics, or finance.
Scholarships
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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