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About the course
Melbourne Law School’s Graduate Diploma in Human Rights Law offers a specialist program with the widest selection of human rights subjects in Australia. Students examine human rights instruments, institutions, theories and practices in contemporary context, learning alongside world-renowned experts and a diverse cohort. The course forms part of the Melbourne Law Masters suite and is suited to legal practitioners as well as professionals working in development and human rights-related organisations.
What you might learn
Students develop advanced understanding of key international and domestic human rights frameworks and the institutions that shape their application. The program builds skills in critical analysis of contemporary human rights issues, including evaluating theory, policy and practice across jurisdictions. It is designed to strengthen specialist capability for professional work in human rights law and related fields.
Career outcome
Graduates may pursue or advance careers in human rights-focused legal practice, policy and advisory roles across government, NGOs and international organisations. The qualification supports work in development agencies and human rights-related organisations in Australia and globally, including advocacy, compliance and program roles. It is also relevant for lawyers and professionals seeking to specialise in human rights law within broader legal and public-sector careers.
Entry requirements
IELTS 7.0: with no band less than 6.5
Living Costs in Melbourne**
Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 15 - 20 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,583 - 2,094 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,207 - 1,596 |
Transportation (Daily) A$ 7 - 9 |
Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 240 - 318 |
Average Salary***
