Masters (Research)
The Master of Laws (Research) provides an opportunity for graduates to develop their research skills, deepen their knowledge in some area of the law and undertake original research. The degree is awarded to candidates who demonstrate competence in research, an understanding of research methods and an ability to make an original contribution to knowledge.
This course is suitable for students who have completed a coursework degree and wish to deepen their knowledge in a particular legal area by means of research. Students develop critical and analytical skills and advanced research skills to enable in-depth exploration of their chosen area. This degree is valuable for those wishing to pursue a career in research.
Career options include positions in universities, undertaking research, contributions to public policy, or other academic work, including teaching, interest groups and legal publishing.
Students are required to submit a thesis of approximately 40,000-60,000 words. As part of this course, students must also complete the subject 77697 Higher Degree Research Seminar.
The candidate is required to undertake all assessments as part of the faculty's Doctoral Framework three-stage program. In the first stage candidates must complete a formal candidature assessment, and in the second candidates must complete a progress confirmation, to ensure their progress is consistent with completion of the research program in the prescribed time and that they demonstrate potential to complete the work to standard.
Information regarding UTS: Law's key research areas and strengths, and the research interests of staff members, is available at postgraduate research degrees.