Master of Laws (Research)

The UNE Master of Laws (Research) provides a program of flexible learning and independent research for high-calibre graduates in Law to make a substantial and original contribution to an academic field of legal knowledge. You will develop advanced skills in how to write for, research, argue and apply the law and build your critical thinking via an advanced program of self-led research and training, with support from our academic team from start to finish.This course is taught by UNE’s highly experienced staff in the School of Law, Australia’s largest law school outside a capital city. World-class teaching staff, a thriving research culture and unique perspective on regional, rural and remote legal issues will provide you with access to an engaging program of research and specialist skills that employers are looking for. Build on your expertise, hone your research skills and apply your knowledge regardless of your chosen research pathway.Our Master of Laws (Research) aims to develop and deepen your knowledge and advanced research skills. You will undertake legal research on a significant legal topic in a scholarly dissertation, either for academic or professional purposes. The course will provide you with theoretical knowledge and relevant research methodologies for conducting advanced research in a specialised area of law, including legal theory, corporate law, comparative law, biotechnology and intellectual property law, human rights, international law or legal history or interdisciplinary studies of law and policy. As part of your study, you will complete a major thesis with supervision and guidance from leading legal researchers.By focusing on an area of law that engages your interest, you will have the opportunity to investigate, think independently, and develop solutions to legal problems through in-depth study and research. Not only will you develop advanced skills in research methodologies and techniques, you will also gain a solid research foundation for professional practice in your chosen area of law.You will graduate with a sharpened analytical mind and a range of portable and adaptable skills, ready to take advantage of new professional opportunities in a rapidly changing landscape.