Overview

This Graduate Diploma in International Law at The University of Western Australia is available to both law and non-law graduates, and is particularly complementary to other disciplines such as international relations, economics and history.

Key facts

Study begins with core units in the foundations of international law, theory, method and contemporary issues, as well as foundations of public international law.

You can then specialise by electing units from areas such as international criminal, human rights, environmental, oil and gas, and World Trade Organization law. You can also undertake a research paper to further deepen your knowledge and critique of a specific field of international law.

You will apply the law to real-world situations and learn the skills needed to implement international law knowledge into the workplace, including research skills, oration and critical analysis.

Careers and opportunities

This course opens career opportunities relevant to international law in government, non-government, not for profit and private institutions.

Accreditation

The UWA Law School is certified by the Australian Law School Standards.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

International Environmental Law

Comparative Legal Method

Law of the Sea

Theory & Practice of Risk Regulation

International Criminal Law

International Humanitarian Law

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 6 months

Start dates & application deadlines

You can apply for and start this programme anytime.

More details

Applications are accepted throughout the year.

Language

English

IELTS

7

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PTE Academic

70

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TOEFL^® IBT

100

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Credits

24 alternative credits

24-30 credits

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

International Law View 19 other Masters in International Law in Australia

Academic requirements

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

English requirements

IELTS

7

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PTE Academic

70

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TOEFL^® IBT

100

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Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

CRICOS CODE: 083851C

To be considered for admission to this course an applicant must have—1(a) a Juris Doctor or Bachelor of Laws, or an equivalent qualification, as recognised by UWA; or

a bachelor's degree in a cognate area, or an equivalent qualification, as recognised by UWA; and (ii) the equivalent of a UWA weighted average mark of at least 50 per cent; or

a bachelor's degree, or an equivalent qualification, as recognised by UWA; and (ii) the equivalent of a UWA weighted average mark of at least 50 per cent; and (iii) at least two years of relevant professional experience.

Tuition Fee

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International

22550 AUD/full

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 22550 AUD for the full programme during 6 months.

Domestic Commonwealth Supported Place: $9,846 per year.

Living costs for Perth

1328 - 2367 AUD /month

Living costs

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

Funding

Scholarships are available to students from a diverse range of backgrounds, including academic achievement, financial need, educational disadvantage, leadership and community service, artistic or sporting achievements, and being from a rural or remote area.

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