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Master of International Law

Masters.
The University of Sydney

53

in world overall ranking*

4

in local overall ranking*
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About the course

The Master of International Law is a postgraduate coursework degree exploring how international rules govern relations between states, organisations and individuals. It takes an interdisciplinary approach, integrating international relations, security studies, politics and government with core legal principles. You complete a core international law unit plus electives, including options from government and international security studies, to build advanced legal and policy capability in international law.

Career outcome

Graduates may pursue roles requiring expertise in public international law and international policy across government departments, diplomacy and foreign affairs, international organisations, NGOs and policy institutes. The degree supports work involving negotiation and analysis of cross-border legal and policy issues, compliance and governance, and advisory work on relations between states and institutions. It also provides a foundation for further academic research in international 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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MAINTLAW1000

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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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