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Law

Masters.
Monash University

58

in world overall ranking*

6

in local overall ranking*
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About the course

Enrolment in a master's by research degree involves the independent investigation of a research problem that has been formulated by you as the student. It is expected that the research you undertake will make a contribution to the discipline in which you are enrolled by applying, critiquing, analysing or interpreting that knowledge in ways that facilitate pathways for further learning. You will be supported in your research by a supervisory team. The programme develops legal research methodology, scholarly writing, and critical analysis for advanced professional and academic legal practice.

Career outcome

Graduates gain advanced research and analytical capability suited to research-focused roles across government, policy, consulting and industry, as well as pathways to further higher degree research. The degree can also support progression into academic and university professional roles where research design, evidence evaluation and scholarly writing are required. This is a masters by research qualification in Law. Preparing graduates for legal research, judicial and policy advisory roles, and doctoral study in Law.


Living Costs in Melbourne**


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Restaurant
(Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant)
A$ 15 - 20
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Rent per Month
(1 bedroom in City Centre)
A$ 1,583 - 2,094
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Rent per Month
(1 bedroom Outside of Centre)
A$ 1,207 - 1,596
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Transportation
(Daily)
A$ 7 - 9
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Utilities per Month
(Electricity, Mobile & Internet)
A$ 240 - 318

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$49,600 per year

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Information

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2 years

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Clayton

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3379

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+61 3 9663 5333

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australia@augstudy.com

Scholarships

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A$18,000

tick iconPHARMACY INTERNATIONAL UNDERGRADUATE MERIT SCHOLARSHIP

Up to A$100,000

tick iconMONASH INTERNATIONAL SCHOLARSHIP FOR EXCELLENCE

Up to A$40,000

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