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Master of Environmental Law

Masters.
The University of Sydney

53

in world overall ranking*

4

in local overall ranking*
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About the course

This specialist degree explores the fast-growing field of climate and environmental law, focusing on legal issues in protecting natural resources, preventing pollution, and planning urban development and infrastructure. It is designed for both Australian and international environmental professionals, and welcomes applicants from legal and non-legal backgrounds. The Master of Environmental Law is a one-year masters coursework qualification in Law. The programme develops advanced legal analysis, professional practice skills, and specialist knowledge for complex legal and regulatory contexts.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue careers advising on environmental and climate regulation in government, industry and consulting, including roles in policy development, compliance, approvals, and risk management for projects affecting land, water and biodiversity. The program supports legal and non-legal professionals seeking to work with regulators, NGOs or corporate sustainability teams. The Master of Environmental Law is a masters coursework qualification in Law. Preparing graduates for legal practice, in-house counsel, policy advisory, and specialist professional roles in Law.


Living Costs in Sydney**


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Restaurant
(Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant)
A$ 17 - 22
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Rent per Month
(1 bedroom in City Centre)
A$ 2,207 - 2,918
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Rent per Month
(1 bedroom Outside of Centre)
A$ 1,599 - 2,115
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Transportation
(Daily)
A$ 9 - 10
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Utilities per Month
(Electricity, Mobile & Internet)
A$ 219 - 290

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$61,700 per year

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CSP: A$17,399
Full Fee Paying: A$40,700

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Information

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1 years

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February, August

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The University of Sydney (Camperdown/Darlington campus)
Sydney, CBD Level 16, 17 and 18, 133 Castlereagh Street

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MAENVLAW2000

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+61 3 9663 5333

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australia@augstudy.com

Scholarships

tick iconVICE-CHANCELLOR INTERNATIONAL SCHOLARSHIPS SCHEME

Up to A$40,000

tick iconAUSTRALIAN GOVERNMENT RESEARCH TRAINING PROGRAM SCHOLARSHIP (INTERNATIONAL)

Tuition fees waived

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