Master of Laws (Coursework)

About the course

The Master of Laws (Coursework) is a postgraduate law degree focused on emerging commercial and legal realities in an international context. Students choose international-law electives while developing advanced legal analysis, complex problem-solving, and independent research and writing capabilities. The course includes a substantial applied research component, helping graduates build specialist expertise for practice across jurisdictions in a Master coursework Law program.

Career outcome

Graduates may pursue or advance careers in legal practice and advisory roles where international and cross-border issues arise, including commercial law, dispute resolution, taxation, human rights, environmental law, and regulatory compliance. The program’s applied research component also supports pathways into policy, government, NGOs, and roles requiring advanced legal writing and analysis. Outcomes align with a Master coursework qualification in Law. Preparing graduates for legal practice, in-house counsel, policy advisory, and specialist professional roles in Law.

Living Costs in Sydney**

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

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)