About Master of Laws
A Masters of Laws (LLM) is a great way to expand your legal knowledge and skills and to differentiate yourself from other law graduates and lawyers. This program has a focus on international law and, with the globalisation of the legal profession, it is useful to develop a strong understanding of international law and of the practice of law in other jurisdictions.
The electives on offer may include: Asia-Europe Trade Law, International Business Law and Dispute Resolution, International Cultural Heritage Law, International Business Law in Practice, International Taxation Law, International Transport Law, Issues in International Law and Contemporary Culture, International Environmental Law, The Legal Environment of the Asia- Pacific Region, The Philosophy of International Law, International Human Rights Law, International Perspectives on Bioethics and the Law, Law & Religion, and Canon Law.
Disciplines
School of Law
Entry Requirements
This LLM is available only to students with prior studies in law.
Admissions requirements:
- Completed Bachelor of Laws (Hons); or
- Bachelor of Laws with Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice; or
- Bachelor of Laws degree completed at a high credit level; or
- Bachelor of Laws degree combined with relevant practical experience; or
- Juris Doctor; or
- International equivalents
To be eligible for admission to The University of Notre Dame Australia, all applicants must meet the University's minimum requirements for admission. The requirements for admission are detailed in the University's Policy: Admissions.
English Requirements
- Min PTE: 68
- Min IELTS: 7
- Min TOEFL: 94
Career
The following careers are open to graduates of this program:
- Human rights advocate
- Lobbyist
- Policy officer
- Diplomat
- Politician
- Specialist in international law
- Business executive
- Entrepreneur; and
- For those who have completed the requirements for admission careers as a solicitor or barrister with enhanced expertise in international law.