Master of Laws (LLM)

Graduate Coursework

Course code: 502CW

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Domestic students

International students

Duration

1 year full time / 2 years part time

Mode (Location)

On campus (Parkville)

Intake

March, June, July, August, December
Key dates

Fees

AUD $49,984 (2026 indicative first year fee). Commonwealth Supported Places (CSPs) are not available
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How to apply

Domestic student Change

You're considered a domestic student if you're an Australian or New Zealand citizen, an Australian permanent resident, or have a permanent humanitarian visa. This applies even if you're studying abroad or have dual Australian citizenship.

Key application dates

Spring (August 2026 intake) applications due11 July 2026
Summer (December 2026) applications due31 October 2026
Start Year (March 2027) Applications Due30 November 2026
Autumn (March 2027) Applications due13 February 2027
Winter (June 2027) Applications due30 April 2027
Mid year (July 2027) Applications due31 May 2027

If you are unsure for which intake you should apply, you can find your first subject’s starting date in the Handbook, and this will provide you with the relevant intake.

How to apply

1. Review entry requirements and eligibility

Check the entry requirements tab of this course page and ensure you meet the admission criteria.
Review the English language requirements.
If you are applying for multiple courses, ensure you have confirmed your preference order.

2. Gather your supporting documentation

As part of your application, you’ll be required to submit:

Transcripts and detailed information related to all previous studies you have undertaken and/or completed, including an explanation of the grading system used and official certified English translation of any document that is not written in English. View further information about supporting documentation.
Evidence of meeting the University's English language requirements.

If relevant to your application, a detailed CV (curriculum vitae) including work history, specifying if the positions were part- or full-time and number of years/months employed.

3. Submit your application

To get started, begin your application here.

Additional application considerations:

Where a course offers both Commonwealth Supported Places (CSPs) and Australian full fee (AF) places, you only need to submit an application for one fee type. You will automatically be considered for a CSP if you are eligible.

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After you apply

All communications related to your application, including requests for additional information and application outcomes, will be sent to the email address you registered for your application. To avoid delays, please upload requested information as soon as possible.
Track the progress of your application via the Application Portal.
Please note that the Admissions team will only contact you via email if anything else is needed; there's no need to enquire about the timeline in the meantime.
The time it takes to assess applications can vary. If you're applying for the next intake, this will typically be 4 to 8 weeks after we receive all required documents. Future intakes (beyond the next intake) may have different assessment timelines.