Master in Human Rights Law

Applications for the Mar 2027 intake close on Oct 31, 2026; tuition fees are 46,656 AUD per year.

The Master in Human Rights Law at the University of Melbourne is for students who want a Master's degree in Law. This one-year program teaches students about human rights law in English.

The curriculum includes subjects like international human rights law, human rights and development, and refugee law. Students develop skills in legal writing, advocacy, and critical thinking, and participate in moot courts and seminars.

Graduates can work as Human Rights Lawyers, Policy Analysts, Advocacy Specialists, Refugee Officers, or International Law Specialists in non-governmental organizations, government agencies, or international institutions.

The University of Melbourne, founded in 1853 and located in Australias cultural capital, Melbourne, is a leading research-intensive university with a diverse student body of around 54,000, including more than 23,000 international students. The university offers an extensive portfolio across arts, sciences, engineering, health, business, law and fine arts, delivering high-quality teaching, world-class research and broad professional networks that support graduate outcomes and global mobility.

With more than 100 academic programs, Melbourne emphasizes interdisciplinary research, industry collaboration and experiential learning. Its research strengths span biomedical sciences, engineering, climate and environment, humanities and social policy, and creative arts. Students have access to modern laboratories, clinical placements, innovation hubs and international exchange agreements that enrich study and provide opportunities for internships and collaborative projects.

Campus life blends a dynamic city setting with comprehensive student services, including orientation, academic advising, career support and specialist resources for international students such as visa assistance, language support and cultural integration programs. Generous scholarship schemes and a strong alumni network further support student success. For prospective international applicants seeking a research-led university with extensive program choice and strong career pathways, the University of Melbourne remains a top destination.