Master of Laws (Research)

The Law Research Masters offers candidates the opportunity to undertake research in a specialised area of law Students will complete compulsory research support units and a supervised thesis that will make a substantial contribution to legal knowledge This course will allow candidates to develop and acquire highlevel skills in research and analysis equipping candidates for careers in advanced research tertiary education professional training and policy developmentCourse Learning OutcomesReflect critically on a complex body of discipline knowledge research principles and methods to demonstrate mastery in the field of LawApply cognitive technical and creative skills to investigate complex ideas and concepts by designing using and evaluating research activitiesApply communication and collaboration skills to analyse and disseminate research that makes a contribution to knowledgeUse high level selfmanagement skills to plan and execute a substantial piece of research

All applicants are required to have a Weighted Average Mark (WAM) of 70 percent or higher in a Bachelor degree in Law.Applicants who have not achieved a WAM of 70 percent or higher should seek advice from the Course Coordinator before applying for this course.Academic admission requirements (Band 8) may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:Bachelor degree in a cognate discipline; orWhere accepted, equivalent prior learning, including at least five years relevant professional experience.English competency requirements: