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    University of Wollongong, Sydney

    Master of Laws

    Australia1.5 yearsTaught in EnglishOpen to international students

    Why students choose this program

    • Taught in English
    • Tuition 10% below the typical master's
    • Scholarships available for international students
    • No application fee

    About Master of Laws

    Tuition fees are 38,880 AUD per year.

    The Master of Laws at the University of Wollongong stands out due to its close links with the Australian National Centre for Ocean Resources and Security (ANCORS), which has established connections with government agencies, international businesses, and non-governmental organisations in Australia, the Indo-Pacific region, and globally, including a long-term relationship with the Royal Australian Navy. This programme is designed for legally qualified professionals or those pursuing a career in a specialised or related field. During the degree, students will gain specific knowledge in areas such as jurisdiction, law enforcement, legal regulation, and frameworks, and will learn to analyse the legal, political, and operational factors that contribute to the development of law and policy. Students also undertake a specialisation based research project on a significant issue of law or law and policy.

    Students can complete the programme in one year full-time or part-time equivalent. This programme offers a unique advantage for students interested in maritime law and policy, as they gain access to UOW’s Australian National Centre for Ocean Resources and Security (ANCORS), which has established connections with government agencies, international businesses, and non-governmental organisations in Australia, the Indo-Pacific region, and globally, including a long-term relationship with the Royal Australian Navy.

    About University of Wollongong, Sydney

    The University of Wollongong, Sydney campus, represents a global gateway to Australian higher education with a strong international student community. Established as part of a university founded in 1951, the institution serves a large student body and welcomes many international learners, with approximately 12,800 students from outside Australia among the wider university population. The Sydney campus offers direct access to the city's professional networks, industry partners and cultural life.

    Academic offerings at the Sydney campus focus on practice-oriented learning and industry engagement, with programs designed to meet the needs of students aiming for careers in business, technology, health and creative sectors. English-medium instruction, student support services and targeted orientation help international students adapt to study in Australia. Although program offerings at this campus are focused, students may benefit from articulation with broader university resources and research initiatives.

    Campus life in Sydney combines metropolitan living with campus-based activities, student clubs and opportunities for internships in a global city. The university provides assistance with housing, visa guidance and career services to help international students transition smoothly. Prospective students should check specific program availability at the Sydney campus, prepare documentation early and contact the international student office for guidance on admissions, scholarships and practical arrangements.

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    This program's tuition is 10% below the typical master's in Australia.

    The median annual fee for that cohort is30,047 USD per year, a comparison figure across 2,396 programs billed per year on Global Admissions.

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    English Test Requirement

    IELTS 6.5 (no band below 6.0)

    Master of Laws: Frequently Asked Questions

    What are the fees for Master of Laws?
    Tuition: AUD 38,880 per year.
    Is Master of Laws available online?
    This is an on-campus program at University of Wollongong, Sydney.

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