The University of Newcastle

Master of Environmental Law

Nationally Recognised Higher Education

The Master of Environmental Law at the University of Newcastle is designed to equip legal and non-legal professionals with a deeper knowledge of Environmental Law, through a unique, professionally-focused and interdisciplinary program.

Delivery mode

The University of Newcastle offers this course through the following delivery modes:

On campus

Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.


Locations
  • Auckland St & King St, Newcastle

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.

Entry into the Master of Environmental Law Program (80 units) will be available to applications who have:

  • an AQF Level 8 Honours Bachelor Degree in a related field such as law, environmental science, environmental resource management, environmental planning, architecture, engineering and surveying, or human and physical geography; or
  • an AQF Level 8 Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma in a related field such as law, environmental science, environmental resource management, environmental planning, architecture, engineering and surveying, or human and physical geography; or
  • an AQF level 7 Bachelor Degree in a related field of law, environmental science, environmental resource management, environmental planning, architecture, engineering and surveying, or human and physical geography; or
  • an AQF Level 7 Bachelor Degree in not in a related field and have at least two years' relevant work experience; or
  • at least seven years relevant work experiences, of which two years should have been in a management position in law, environmental science, environmental resource management, environmental planning, architecture, engineering and surveying, or human and physical geograph, for instance as: a project manager within an environmental discipline; a professional with experience in mentoring, training or supervising the quality of professional work; or as a manager or consultant working in a field related to the environment.
Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

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* Fees are indicative only and vary based on your circumstances and eligibility for government funding.
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Study mode On Campus
Duration 12 Months
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Career opportunities

The Master of Environmental Law will prepare you for the following roles.

Environmental Advisor

An Environmental Advisor provides guidance and support on environmental policies and practices within an organisation. You might work in various se...

Avg yearly income $68,120
Entry barriers Low

Environmental Lawyer

An Environmental Lawyer specialises in laws and regulations related to environmental protection. You may work for law firms, government agencies, o...

Avg yearly income $130,000
Entry barriers Low

Environmental Policy Analyst

An Environmental Policy Analyst evaluates and develops policies aimed at protecting and improving environmental quality. You might work for governm...

Avg yearly income $85,280
Entry barriers Low

Senior Compliance Officer

A Senior Compliance Officer leads investigations into public infringements on behalf of a local government authority. You might issue infringement ...

Avg yearly income $108,160
Entry barriers Low

About The University of Newcastle

A university of and for our regions, the University of Newcastle has delivered superior education and world-class research since 1965.

By working with our industry, community and government partners, we translate new knowledge into innovations that make a real difference – to our communities, our economy and our planet.

Dedicated to our core values of equity, excellence, engagement and sustainability, the University of Newcastle is a globally recognised education institution committed to solving the world's greatest problems.