Overview

Pursue a general LLM for a broad perspective of law’s role in domestic and international societies. Or focus your studies on one of five specialisations – Public Law, International Law, Human Security Law, New Technologies Law or Private & Commercial Law.

Open to law and non-law graduates, the LLM Laws at the Australian National University offers you the flexibility to complete your studies in a way that suits you. Courses are delivered in a variety of modes – semester length, online or in a shorter ‘intensive’ format.

Upon completion, you will join a prestigious and highly recognised alumni network of over 19,000 professionals in Australia and around the globe.

Learning Outcomes

develop and apply specialist knowledge within the areas of law studied.
evaluate case law, legislation and scholarly writings on the specialist areas of law studied.
synthesise legal materials into a concise and cohesive argument that addresses a legal question.
incorporate social, comparative or interdisciplinary approaches into legal analysis.
undertake legal research and present findings using a variety of materials and sources.
engage in original and critical reflection on the law.
contribute to debates on theoretical, policy and practical issues in the areas of law studied.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Law and Legal Institutions
Contemporary Issues in Constitutional Law
Freedom of Information and Privacy
Human Rights Law in Australia
Principles of International Law
International Law and Australian Government
International Dispute Resolution

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-07-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-30 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-02-19 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-31 00:00:00 , International

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National: You can apply at any time throughout the year

Language

English

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

48 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Campus Location

Canberra, Australia

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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General requirements

CRICOS code: 006504E

A Bachelor of Laws, Bachelor of Laws (Honours), Juris Doctor, Graduate Certificate of Law or Bachelor Degree in any cognate discipline with a minimum GPA of 5.0; or
Bachelor of Laws, Bachelor of Laws (Honours), Juris Doctor, Graduate Certificate of Law or Bachelor Degree in any cognate discipline with a minimum GPA of 4.0 plus 3 years of relevant professional experience.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

56120 AUD / year

≈ 56120 AUD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

33460 AUD / year

≈ 33460 AUD / year

Living costs

Canberra

Australia

1425 - 2504 AUD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Overview

Learning Outcomes

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Living costs

Canberra

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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