Program Overview
The Laws in Environmental Law at Australian National University is a LLM programme in Natural Sciences 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 natural sciences. 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 Environmental Law 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 Environmental Law programme are prepared for diverse careers in natural sciences:
- Research Scientist
- Environmental Consultant
- Laboratory Manager
- Science Writer
- Policy Advisor
- Academic Researcher
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Climate Change and Displacement
- Environmental Protection and Human Rights
- Australian Disaster Law
- Special Topics in Law, Governance and Development
- Sustainable Energy Law
- Special Topics Environmental Law
- Corporate Environmental Responsibility
- Environmental Regulation
- Commonwealth Environmental Law
- Water Resources Law
- Marine and Coastal Law
- Environmental and Risk Assessment Law
- Environmental Landuse Planning Law
- International Climate Law
- Australian Climate Law
- Environmental Litigation
- International Law of The Environment
- Environmental Dispute Management
- Biodiversity Law and Policy
- Special Topics in Environmental Law
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\xc2\x92s\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