Master of Law and Development
The University of Melbourne
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Postgraduate
CRICOS: 00116K
Effective legal frameworks and institutions are pivotal in tackling inequality, alleviating poverty and creating a sustainable environment. The Master of Law and Development (MLaw&Dev) allows you to examine the legalization of development and the role of international and regional actors in law reform projects. It also offers the opportunity to investigate and analyze both international law and the rule of law in a developmental context. As a student, you can choose from subjects that take a range of practical, historical, critical, applied and theoretical perspectives. Its ideal for those working in international development from a government, non-government or not-for-profit background, as well as for those who wish to undertake specialist study in the area in preparation for a research degree. Its available for both law and non-law graduates.
Structure
Students must complete 100 credit points in total.
Subjects
- International Law and Development
- Commercial Law in Asia
- Trade and Investment Law in China
- Blockchain and Cryptocurrency Law
- Hedge Funds and Private Equity Funds
- International Financial System
- International Sustainable Finance
- Advanced Negotiations
- Disaster Law and Climate Adaptation
- Environmental Law
- International Environmental Law
- Negotiating Environmental Agreements and Plus more
Standard entry requirements
- A degree in law (LLB, JD or equivalent) leading to admission to practice, at honours standard, or equivalentor A degree in law (LLB, JD or equivalent) leading to admission to practice, or equivalent and two years of documented relevant professional experienceorAn undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline and two years of documented relevant professional experienceorAn undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline and
- Successful completion of four subjects in a cognate graduate diploma and one year of documented relevant professional experience.
Study information
| Campus | Fees | Mid year intake | Attendance |
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| Parkville | International: $56,000 | No |
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