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Master of Environmental Law

Masters.
The University of Melbourne

37

in world overall ranking*

1

in local overall ranking*
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About the course

The Master of Environmental Law (MEnvLaw) develops expertise in a fast-evolving area of legal practice and policy. The course is suitable for both law and non-law graduates and is designed for professionals in government, legal practice, and the environmental and resources sectors. Students choose from a broad range of subjects focused on emerging national and international environmental law issues including water law, climate change law, native title land management, and planning and development.

What you might learn

Students build advanced knowledge of environmental law frameworks and their application to contemporary regulatory and governance challenges. The course develops the ability to analyse and respond to complex legal issues across domestic and international contexts, including climate, water, land and planning regulation. It also strengthens specialist legal reasoning and practical understanding relevant to professional work in environmental and resources-related fields.

Career outcome

Graduates may pursue or advance careers in environmental and planning law across private legal practice, government agencies and regulatory bodies. The qualification supports roles advising on climate change regulation, water governance, land use planning, and native title-related environmental management in the resources and environment sectors. It is also relevant for policy, compliance and governance positions within public sector departments, NGOs, and industry organisations working on environmental and sustainability issues.

Entry requirements

Available to both law and non-law graduates.


Living Costs in Melbourne**


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Restaurant
(Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant)
A$ 15 - 20
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Rent per Month
(1 bedroom in City Centre)
A$ 1,583 - 2,094
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Rent per Month
(1 bedroom Outside of Centre)
A$ 1,207 - 1,596
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Transportation
(Daily)
A$ 7 - 9
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Utilities per Month
(Electricity, Mobile & Internet)
A$ 240 - 318

Average Salary***


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*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)
**Source: numbeo.com
***Source: PayScale.com (2026)

Costs

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A$60,992 per year

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A$49,984 per year

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Information

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1 years

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March, June, July, August, December

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Parkville

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MC-ENVLAW

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+61 3 9663 5333

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australia@augstudy.com

Scholarships

tick iconMELBOURNE INTERNATIONAL UNDERGRADUATE SCHOLARSHIP

Up to A$56,000

tick iconMELBOURNE GRADUATE SCHOLARSHIP

Up to 100% of tuition fees

tick iconINTERNATIONAL GRADUATE MERIT SCHOLARSHIPS

Up to 50% of tuition fees

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