Master of Laws at UWA: Structure, Skills & Careers

Master's Degree Law (JD) Full Time

Master of Laws

at University of Western Australia · Perth, Western Australia

CRICOS course code

003308M

CRICOS provider code

00126G

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$50,300 total

Per year

A$50,300/yr

Intake

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

About this program

The Master of Laws at the University of Western Australia is aimed at law graduates and experienced legal professionals seeking to broaden or deepen their expertise. Over the span of one year full time, students have the flexibility to select units that match their interests, such as international law, mining law, environmental law, commercial law, or other specialisations relevant to Australian legal practice. The degree structure generally involves completion of several units of study, each carrying a specific number of credit points, and may include a capstone research project or dissertation, depending on unit selection and academic rules.

Classes use case studies, seminars and research-focused tasks. Students refine advanced legal research, analysis and argumentation skills, as well as oral and written advocacy. Many participants choose to undertake a research essay or thesis supervised by an academic, providing experience in legal scholarship relevant for both the profession and academia. Professional development is central, with strong ties to Western Australian legal practice and government settings in Perth, giving students practical perspectives on legal developments and policy.

This course suits those aiming to advance within the legal profession, transition to specialised areas, or pursue academic or policy roles. Applicants must show a recognised law degree and evidence English proficiency (typically IELTS 7.0 or equivalent). Confirm entry requirements and elective choices on the official university site.

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

Solicitor or barrister (with prior admission to practice in Australia)
Legal adviser in government, corporate or not-for-profit sectors
Policy analyst or legal researcher
Academic or higher degree research candidate
Specialist consultant, commercial law, environmental law, international law and more
Positions in legal compliance and regulatory authorities in Australia

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Master of Laws at University of Western Australia?

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

How much is the tuition?

Tuition is around A$50,300 total. Fees change yearly, confirm with an advisor.

What are the career outcomes?

Solicitor or barrister (with prior admission to practice in Australia)Legal adviser in government, corporate or not-for-profit sectorsPolicy analyst or legal researcherAcademic or higher degree research candidateSpecialist consultant, commercial law, environmental law, internatio...

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