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University of Southern Queensland (USQ)

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Master of Laws (International Law)

  • Masters (Coursework)

Globalisation is increasingly affecting modern law practice and it is imperative that legal professionals develop the expertise and forward-thinking mindset required to specialise in the international arena.

Key details

Degree Type
Masters (Coursework)
Intake Months
Feb, Jun
Domestic Fees
$28,400 per year

About this course

Overview
  • Globalisation is increasingly affecting modern law practice and it is imperative that legal professionals develop the expertise and forward-thinking mindset required to specialise in the international arena.
  • The Master of Laws (International Law) will allow you to examine elements of international legal systems which affect Australian law practice, providing you with the skills and professional responsibilities to operate as an international lawyer.
  • Regardless of whether you're based overseas or in Australia, understanding foreign bodies of rules and regulations such as the European Union is crucial to elevating your law career.
  • The flexible course structure may give you the opportunity to select either a second major or an additional four courses from other Master of Laws majors, including Commercial Law, Comparative Law, Public Law and Sustainable Development.
  • A significant component of your degree will be research-based. You will become proficient in legal research, advanced legal writing and critical thinking through a series of guided research projects.
Further study

Successful completion of the Master of Laws (International Law) will qualify you to apply for PhD entry.

Thinking of studying in 2023? UniSQ will be delivering flexible new ways of teaching, with different calendar offerings, making the balance of study and life easier. Read more in our new academic calendar FAQs.

Entry requirements

Entry requirements
  • Completed an Australian Bachelor of Laws degree; a Bachelor of Laws (Honours); a Juris Doctor; or an international equivalent. Applicants who do not hold a law degree but have an equivalent qualification approved by a legal profession admissions board are also eligible to apply for entry.
English language requirements

You are required to satisfy the applicable English language requirements and this degree requires a minimum of IELTS 6.5 or equivalent. If you do not meet the English language requirements you may apply to study a University-approved English language program.

Pathways

If you don't meet the entry requirements, we have pathway options available to you.

Career pathways

Career outcomes
  • As one of few online law masters qualifications available in Australia, UniSQ's Master of Laws offers both Australian and overseas law graduates the opportunity to gain a postgraduate law degree while they continue to work.



  • The Master of Laws allows you to tailor your study across 22 specialist courses which enhance careers in legal practice, public policy, government, law reform, international organisations, social services, international business, environmental governance and local government.



  • The Master of Laws is ideal if you wish to gain the research skills required to gain entry into higher level research degrees such as the PhD.

Course structure

Degree structure

To complete this degree students must complete 12 units. Most courses (similar to 'subjects') are valued at 1 unit. To study full-time you would usually complete 4 units per semester.

Courses to be studied Units Core courses 4 International Law specialisation courses 4 1 x second 4-unit specialisation or 4 approved courses 4 Total 12

Refer to the UniSQ Handbook for courses to be studied and recommended enrolment patterns.

How to apply

How to apply

Complete your online application directly to UniSQ.

The closing dates for applying directly to UniSQ are:

  • Interim Trimester 1, 2023 - applications close 20 February and the Interim Trimester 1 study period commences on 20 February, 2023.
  • Interim Trimester 2, 2023 - applications close 5 June and the Interim Trimester 2 study period commences on 5 June, 2023.

More information on applying key dates is available.

Further information

Discover further information on applying to study at UniSQ that is relevant to you. Remember, from 2023 UniSQ will be delivering a new flexible way of teaching this degree. Read more in our new academic calendar FAQs.