Master's Degree Law (JD) Full Time

Master of Construction Law

at University of Melbourne · Melbourne, Victoria

CRICOS course code

074998C

CRICOS provider code

00116K

This course is registered on the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students. Verify it yourself at cricos.education.gov.au before paying any fee.

Duration

1 year

Tuition (whole course)

A$60,992 total

Per year

A$60,992/yr

Intake

Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul)

About this program

The Master of Construction Law at the University of Melbourne is designed for law and construction professionals seeking advanced legal expertise in the construction industry. Through a combination of specialised coursework, the programme explores core areas including construction contracts, dispute resolution, risk management, and legal frameworks governing the building and infrastructure sectors in Australia and internationally. The curriculum is closely aligned to the evolving needs of the Australian construction and legal industries, equipping graduates to respond to complex regulatory and contractual environments.

This one-year master’s degree typically comprises a series of units of study, each assigned credit points towards the qualification. The academic structure may include core and elective subjects, providing the opportunity to deepen knowledge in areas such as project delivery models, tendering, and construction adjudication. Many students undertake a capstone or research project, focusing on real-world issues faced by Australia’s construction law sector, with opportunities to engage with industry practitioners and participate in case studies relevant to the national context.

Throughout the programme, students gain advanced analytical, research, communication, and negotiation skills relevant to the legal and construction industries. The course is particularly suited to legal practitioners, engineers, architects, project managers, and other professionals seeking to transition into or specialise in construction law. The University of Melbourne’s strong industry and research links, along with its location in a major Australian construction hub, provide networking, professional development and insight into current best practices.

International students benefit from work rights of 48 hours per fortnight during study in Australia, and may be eligible for the Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) post-study work stream upon successful completion of this CRICOS-registered course. Applicants should confirm English language requirements and detailed course structure on the official university or CRICOS page.

Entry requirements

English: International applicants must evidence English proficiency. IELTS Academic 6.0–6.5 overall is the common undergraduate and coursework-postgraduate standard, rising to 7.0–7.5 for teaching, nursing, medicine, law and social work. TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, Cambridge C1 Advanced and the university’s own English programmes are accepted as equivalents; the Department of Home Affairs sets a separate English threshold for the Student visa itself.

International students: Registered on CRICOS for international students. A Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) for this course supports a Student visa (subclass 500) application; Overseas Student Health Cover is required for the full duration.

Career outcomes

Construction lawyer in private practice or in-house counsel
Dispute resolution specialist for construction and infrastructure projects
Legal advisor for engineering, architecture, or property development firms
Contract manager in construction and related industries
Policy advisor or consultant for government departments and industry bodies

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Master of Construction Law at University of Melbourne?

It typically takes 1 year, with intakes in Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul).

How much is the tuition?

Tuition is around A$60,992 total. Fees change yearly — confirm with an advisor.

What are the career outcomes?

Construction lawyer in private practice or in-house counselDispute resolution specialist for construction and infrastructure projectsLegal advisor for engineering, architecture, or property development firmsContract manager in construction and related industriesPolicy advisor or...

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