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Master of Laws

Masters.
The University of Queensland

80

in world overall ranking*

14

in local overall ranking*
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About the course

UQ’s Master of Laws (LLM) is a coursework program for law graduates and practitioners seeking advanced, specialised expertise for modern legal practice. You’ll choose from contemporary electives and may complete a dissertation, while developing critical and independent thinking about law, legal methods and emerging issues such as digital disruption. The program is taught by leading academics and experienced legal professionals at UQ’s law school in Queensland.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue advanced practice and specialist roles across private firms, government, courts and regulatory bodies, and corporate legal teams. The degree supports careers in areas such as commercial law, intellectual property, technology and internet law, human rights, trade and regulatory compliance, as well as pathways into policy, advocacy or further research. This is a master’s-level qualification designed to deepen expertise in Law. Preparing graduates for legal practice, in-house counsel, policy advisory, and specialist professional roles in Law.


Living Costs in Brisbane**


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Restaurant
(Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant)
A$ 17 - 23
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Rent per Month
(1 bedroom in City Centre)
A$ 1,467 - 1,940
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Rent per Month
(1 bedroom Outside of Centre)
A$ 1,073 - 1,419
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Transportation
(Daily)
A$ 7 - 8
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Utilities per Month
(Electricity, Mobile & Internet)
A$ 237 - 314

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$56,800 per year

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Information

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1.5 years

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February, July

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St Lucia

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5591

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+61 3 9663 5333

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australia@augstudy.com

Scholarships

tick iconUQ HIGH ACHIEVERS SCHOLARSHIP

A$10,000

tick iconUQ EXCELLENCE SCHOLARSHIP

20% of tuition fees

tick iconUQ COVID-19 OFFSHORE ONLINE STUDY TUITION FEE REBATE

12.5% of tuition fees

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