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Master of Laws

Masters.
University of Wollongong

250

in world overall ranking*

25

in local overall ranking*
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About the course

The Master of Laws at the University of Wollongong helps law graduates deepen expertise in a specialised area of law and policy. Designed for early to mid-career legal professionals, it builds capability in legal regulation, jurisdiction, enforcement and frameworks, and develops skills to analyse legal, political and operational factors shaping law and policy. Students can also undertake a specialisation-based research project. This is a master coursework degree in Law.

Career outcome

Graduates may pursue or advance careers in specialist legal practice and policy-focused roles across government, regulatory bodies and related industries. Potential pathways include work as a lawyer or barrister, and roles supporting policy development and advice in areas such as resource management, defence, foreign affairs and maritime trade, including maritime or fisheries policy positions. This is 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 Wollongong**


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Restaurant
(Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant)
A$ 16 - 21
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Rent per Month
(1 bedroom in City Centre)
A$ 1,452 - 1,921
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Rent per Month
(1 bedroom Outside of Centre)
A$ 1,188 - 1,572
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Transportation
(Daily)
A$ 6 - 7
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Utilities per Month
(Electricity, Mobile & Internet)
A$ 242 - 320

Average Salary***


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

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Information

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1 years

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Autumn 2026, Spring 2026

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Online
Innovation
UOW Online Wollongong

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3138

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+61 3 9663 5333

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australia@augstudy.com

Scholarships

tick iconMACC SCHOLARSHIP

30% of tuition fees

tick iconUNIVERSITY OF WOLLONGONG SOUTH WEST SYDNEY SCHOLARSHIP

25% of tuition fees

tick iconUNIVERSITY EXCELLENCE SCHOLARSHIP

30% of tuition fees

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