Program Overview
The Laws in Government and Regulation at Australian National University is a Master programme in Law over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of law. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Laws in Government and Regulation programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Australia and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: AUD 39,024 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; AUD 27,360 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Canberra, Australia
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Laws in Government and Regulation programme are prepared for diverse careers in law:
- Solicitor / Barrister
- Legal Counsel
- Policy Advisor
- Legal Researcher
- Compliance Officer
- International Arbitrator
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Transnational Business and Human Rights
- Transnational Anti-Corruption Laws
- Comparative Constitutional Law
- Comparative National Security Law
- Prisons, Prisoners and the Law
- Law and Regulation
- Australian Aviation Law
- Sports Law
- Statutory Interpretation
- Legislation and Legislative Drafting
- Corporate Environmental Responsibility
- Dispute Management
- Commonwealth Environmental Law
- The Law of Corporate Governance
- Contemporary Issues in Constitutional Law
- Commercial Drafting
- Commercial Law
- Judicial Review of Government Action
- Tort Liability and Public Authorities
- Conflict of Laws
- Environmental Landuse Planning Law
- Special Topics in Government and Commercial Law:
- Competition Law
- Human Rights Litigation
- Commonwealth Compensation Law
- Special Topics in Legal Practice
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- A Bachelor of Laws, Bachelor of Laws (Honours) or Juris Doctor with a minimum GPA of 4.0/7.0; or completion of a non-law degree and the Graduate Certificate of Law with a minimum GPA of 4/7
- All applicants must meet the University\'s\xc2\xa0English Language Admission Requirements for Students.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
AUD 39,024 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; AUD 27,360 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: AUD 39,024 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; AUD 27,360 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Australian National University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Australian National University
Australian National University
Canberra, Australia
Australian National University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2015-12-17
- Start Date 2018-02-20
- Language English
- Duration 12 months