Western Sydney University
Master of Laws
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationThe Master of Laws (LLM) provides law and non-law graduates with a flexible postgraduate opportunity to develop advanced, integrated and contemporary knowledge in one or more areas of legal study. The LLM is a sophisticated degree with substantial consideration of relevant international, professional and transdisciplinary aspects of the law which will enhance student career expertise and prospects.
The program develops advanced legal research and writing skills and enhances the ability of students to critically evaluate complex legal issues within a global context. All students will have the opportunity to apply their legal knowledge and skills by conducting independent research and by engaging in analytical studies on specialised topics in the student’s areas of interest. The program offers an invaluable opportunity for law graduates without experience in a legal environment to be supervised and mentored by experienced legal practitioners through a legal placement subject. There is no tuition fee associated with this subject and the subject may be undertaken at the same time as the academic subjects.
Delivery mode
Western Sydney University offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
- Victoria Rd, Rydalmere
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
The Master of Laws (LLM) is open to graduates with or without a law degree. Different admission pathways, based on recognition of prior learning, apply to law and non-law graduates.
Applicants must have successfully completed a Bachelor degree in any discipline, or equivalent.
English Language Entry Requirements
Your English language proficiency test must be no more than two years old at the time of your commencement at Western Sydney University.
- IELTS (Academic version): 6.5 overall score with minimum 6.0 in each subtest
- TOEFL Internet-based score: Total score 82 with Writing 21, Speaking 18, Reading 13, Listening 13
- Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic: 58 overall with no communication skills less than 50
Course fees
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Career opportunities
The Master of Laws will prepare you for the following roles.
About Western Sydney University
If you're thinking about university study, WSU offers an outstanding range of undergraduate, postgraduate and research options across 10 campuses in Greater Western Sydney.
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