Master of Laws (LLM)
The LLM allows students to develop their own programs of study reflecting individual and professional interests. Because of the flexibility inherent in program delivery, students are able to plan well in advance so as to ensure they meet their attendance and assessment requirements. New courses are introduced annually into the LLM to maintain the contemporary relevance of the program in a fast moving legal environment.
Graduate Diploma in Law
If you're not quite ready to commit to a Masters program, you might want to begin with a Graduate Diploma in Law. Once you've completed 36 units (in 6 unit courses) you'll have the option to upgrade to an LLM if you decide you'd like to do further study.
Courses
Students can choose from any of the courses on offer in any of the specialisations however if you have completed an Australian law degree you cannot take LAWS8189 Fundamentals of Environmental Law or LAWS8015 Fundamentals of Government & Commercial Law. Some courses have specific prerequisite requirements.
Program details
The LLM requires completion of 48 units (8 courses).
The Graduate Diploma in Law requires completion of 36 units (6 courses).
Entry requirements
Law graduates must hold an Australian Bachelor of Laws (LLB), Juris Doctor (JD) or equivalent. A strong pass degree or better is normally required for admission.
Program codes
Master of Laws (LLM) 7300XLLM
Graduate Diploma of Law (GradDipLaw) 6300XGDLAW
Your convenor
Donald R Rothwell is Professor of International Law at the ANU College of Law and Director of the Masters Program. His research addresses many intersecting areas of international law with a specific focus on law of the sea, law of the polar regions, and implementation of international law within Australia.
He also teaches a range of courses in the Environmental Law, International Law, and International Security Law programs, including Law of the Sea, International Dispute Resolution, International Humanitarian Law, and Marine and Coastal Law.
