About Law

Whether you are looking to kickstart your career in law, are a law or non-law professional seeking to specialise in a legal area to take your career forward, or want to pursue your passion through research, you will be part of a vibrant, inclusive learning environment that values ideas, excellence and intellectual exchange.

Juris Doctor (JD)

The Melbourne Juris Doctor (JD) is a graduate law degree that has set a benchmark for legal education in Australia. You may apply if you already have an undergraduate degree in a discipline other than law, will complete an undergraduate degree in a discipline other than law in the year you apply, or if you have a law degree from an overseas jurisdiction.

Melbourne Law Masters (MLM)

The Melbourne Law Masters program offers master degrees, graduate diplomas, specialist certificates and single subjects across an array of specialist legal areas with more than 170 subjects.  The courses have been developed by an exceptional range of scholars drawn from the Melbourne Law School and other leading law schools and from distinguished local and international practitioners and judges.

Welcome to Melbourne Law School

Join a global leader in legal education and research enriched with the talent, energy and diversity of our students, scholars and staff.

Graduate degree pathways

Looking for personalised advice?

Find out more about our graduate degrees and get support with your application. Speak to our expert staff online, via phone or at an upcoming event. You can also register to learn more about your course options and opportunities via email.

Why study at the University of Melbourne

Taught by leading experts

Taught by leading experts

The courses have been developed by an exceptional range of scholars drawn from the Melbourne Law School, other leading law schools and distinguished local and international practitioners and judges.

Connections beyond Melbourne

Connections beyond Melbourne

We have strong global connections and can offer a range of international opportunities including study abroad and exchange arrangements and internships.

Culture of excellence

Culture of excellence

Join a community of students, scholars and staff with a shared commitment to generating transformational public benefit through a rich history of outstanding legal education and research.

Talk to us

Please speak to our expert staff to discover more about our learning opportunities and get support with your application.