Doctor of Laws

About the course

La Trobe University's Doctor of Laws degree is the highest qualification awarded by the University in the field of Law and Criminology.The Doctor of Laws is an advanced research qualification above the requirements of a doctoral degree, recognising our eminent scholars who have made internationally recognised, substantial, original and distinguished contributions to knowledge during their career.Eligibility for the Doctor of Laws is based on your published scholarly record produced prior to acceptance into candidature which is then examined by international peers.

Career outcome

Doctoral graduates advance expert-level research capability in Law. Graduates contribute to legal scholarship, judicial research, and high-level advisory practice. Preparing graduates for legal research, judicial and policy advisory roles, and doctoral study in Law.

Living Costs in Melbourne**

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

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)