Law
Why research Law?
We have a strong research culture and a stimulating environment in which to work. Our research practice combines doctrine, theory and empirical findings. This approach includes success with interdisciplinary work that offers insights into the thinking behind the law and the workings of the law in practice. Most of our staff have research qualifications and can offer supervision across a range of legal fields. Many are engaged in service on boards and tribunals, policy advice to law reform agencies and legal practice.
Strong Faculty success in ERA rankings
La Trobe ranked joint third in Victoria through its research in Law and Legal Studies (Cluster 2, field 18).
Research specialisations
Courses
Local students
2013
Doctor of Juridical Science
- Duration :
- 3 years full time or 6 years part-time
- Semester starts :
- Anytime
- Campus:
- Melbourne
- Year
- 2013
- Course description
- The Doctor of Juridical Science is a research doctorate with a coursework prerequisite. It offers candidates with a Master of Laws by coursework the opportunity to engage in independent research. A central requirement is the completion of a thesis of at least 55 000 words that makes a significant and original contribution to knowledge in the context of professional practice.
- Prerequisite
- A coursework LLM from La Trobe University with average marks of B OR an English language LLM program from another university at the same standard (ad eundem statum) OR an LLM from a non-English language LLM program at an equivalent standard. Candidates are also required to provide evidence of research expertise.
- How to apply
- Please download an application form here.
- Full course details
- Juridical Science (Professional Doctorate)Melbourne
Doctor of Philosophy (Law and Management)
- Duration :
- 3 years full-time or 6 years part-time
- Semester starts :
- Anytime
- Campus:
- Albury-Wodonga
- Bendigo
- Melbourne
- City
- Year
- 2013
- Course description
- The Doctor of Philosophy is taken by thesis but additional coursework or seminars may be necessary. The program enables candidates to engage in independent research that makes an original contribution to knowledge. Research may be undertaken in any of the disciplines with the Faculty including: accounting, business, economics, finance, fraud investigation, global business law, law, public interest law, event management, human resource management, management, management information systems, marketing, sport management, tourism and hospitality management.
- Prerequisite
- Masters or Honours degree of at least H2A standard, with dissertation demonstrating ability to undertake research at doctoral level, or equivalent demonstrated skills, experience, research or publications.
- How to apply
- Please download an application form here.
- Full course details
- Law and Management (Doctor)Melbourne
Law and Management (Doctor)Bendigo
Law and Management (Doctor)City
Master of Arts
- Duration :
- 2 years full-time or 4 years part-time.
- Semester starts :
- Anytime
- Campus:
- Albury-Wodonga
- Bendigo
- Melbourne
- Shepparton
- Year
- 2013
- Course description
- Candidates submit a thesis of up to 60 000 words. Research can be undertaken in any discipline within the Faculty of Law and Management.
- Prerequisite
- Bachelor's degree with at least second-class Honours in appropriate discipline, or equivalent.
- How to apply
- Please download an application form here.
- Full course details
- Arts (Law and Management) (Master)Melbourne
Arts (Law and Management) (Master)Bendigo
Master of Laws [research]
- Duration :
- 2 years full-time or 4 years part-time
- Semester starts :
- Anytime
- Campus:
- Melbourne
- Year
- 2013
- Course description
- This degree enables students to complete independent research and submit a thesis of up to 50 000 words on a topic relating to one of the Schools areas of research expertise, including Asian law, corporate governance, labour law, and commercial law.
- Prerequisite
- Bachelor of Laws with Honours, or equivalent.
- How to apply
- Please download an application form here.
- Full course details
- Laws (Master)Melbourne
How to apply
You can apply for research candidature at any time. However, applications for research scholarships close on 31 October.
To apply for Master's candidature, you need an Honours degree or Master's Preliminary. For Doctoral (PhD) candidature, you need a Master's or a Bachelor's degree with Honours, usually with a result of at least H2A.
Before applying, it's best to contact a potential academic supervisor and receive in-principle approval for your topic.
Once you've done this, you can download an application form [PDF 1.02Mb] and submit it to La Trobe's Research Services office.
Fees and scholarships
Research degrees are funded by the Commonwealth Government via the Research Training Scheme (RTS) (fees may apply to some components of some Professional Doctorates).
There are a range of scholarships available for local students.
International students
2013
Doctor of Juridical Science (075399G)
- Duration :
- 3 years
- Semester starts :
- Anytime
- Annual Tution Fee (AUD) :
- 23 830
- Campus
- Melbourne
- Year
- 2013
- Course description
- The Doctor of Juridical Science is a research doctorate with a coursework prerequisite. It offers candidates with a Master of Laws by coursework the opportunity to engage in independent research. A central requirement is the completion of a thesis of at least 55 000 words that makes a significant and original contribution to knowledge in the context of professional practice.
Melbourne - English Language Requirements
- IELTS (Academic): minimum score of 6.5 with no individual band score less than 6.0.
TOEFL Paper-based Test: minimum score of 575 (minimum score of 5 in the Test of Written English).
TOEFL Internet-based Test: minimum score of 80 with minimum overall for SLR 18; W 22.
La Trobe Melbourne (ELICOS): completion of English for Further Studies Advanced Stage 5B Certificate at postgraduate (EFS5 (70 per cent) PG1) level. For more information please visit the La Trobe Melbourne website.
English as the language of instruction in tertiary studies may be accepted.
Please note: English as the language of instruction in previous study will not be accepted as a basis of admission (English)
for courses where the approved test score requirement is above an IELTS 6.5 with no band score lower than 6.0.
Pearson Test of English (Academic) (PTE): minimum score of 64 with no communicative skill score less than 59.
Cambridge Certificate of Advanced English (CAE): a grade of B or higher.
Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE): a grade of C or higher.
Or approved international equivalent. Melbourne - Academic entry requirements
- Australian Master's degree or Bachelor's degree with Honours at H1 pr H2A level, or approved international equivalent and at least three years of relevant professional experience. Applicants must also provide evicence of substantial research expertise. Melbourne
- Full course details
- Juridical Science (Professional Doctorate)Melbourne
Doctor of Philosophy (Law and Management) (002106G)
- Duration :
- 4 years
- Semester starts :
- Anytime
- Annual Tution Fee (AUD) :
- 23 830
- Campus
- Albury-Wodonga, Bendigo, Melbourne
- Year
- 2013
- Course description
- The Doctor of Philosophy is taken by thesis but additional coursework or seminars may be necessary. The program enables candidates to engage in independent research that makes an original contribution to knowledge. Research may be undertaken in any of the disciplines with the Faculty including: accounting, business, economics, finance, fraud investigation, global business law, law, public interest law, event management, human resource management, management, management information systems, marketing, sport management, tourism and hospitality management. Albury-Wodonga, Bendigo, Melbourne
- English Language Requirements
- IELTS (Academic): minimum score of 6.5 with no individual band score less than 6.0.
TOEFL Paper-based Test: minimum score of 575 (minimum score of 5 in the Test of Written English).
TOEFL Internet-based Test: minimum score of 80 with minimum overall for SLR 18; W 22.
La Trobe Melbourne (ELICOS): completion of English for Further Studies Advanced Stage 5B Certificate at postgraduate (EFS5 (70 per cent) PG1) level. For more information please visit the La Trobe Melbourne website.
English as the language of instruction in tertiary studies may be accepted.
Please note: English as the language of instruction in previous study will not be accepted as a basis of admission (English)
for courses where the approved test score requirement is above an IELTS 6.5 with no band score lower than 6.0.
Pearson Test of English (Academic) (PTE): minimum score of 64 with no communicative skill score less than 59.
Cambridge Certificate of Advanced English (CAE): a grade of B or higher.
Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE): a grade of C or higher.
Or approved international equivalent. Albury-Wodonga, Bendigo, Melbourne - Academic entry requirements
- Australian Master's degree of Bachelor's degree with Honours at H1 or H2A level, or approved international equivalent. Applicants must also provide evidence of substantial prior research expertise. Albury-Wodonga, Bendigo, Melbourne
- Full course details
- Law and Management (Doctor)Melbourne
Law and Management (Doctor)Bendigo
Law and Management (Doctor)City
Master of Arts (055083D)
- Duration :
- 2 years
- Semester starts :
- Anytime
- Annual Tution Fee (AUD) :
- 23 830
- Campus
- Albury-Wodonga, Bendigo, Melbourne, Shepparton
- Year
- 2013
- Course description
- Candidates submit a thesis of up to 60 000 words. Research can be undertaken in any discipline within the Faculty of Law and Management. Albury-Wodonga, Bendigo, Melbourne, Shepparton
- English Language Requirements
IELTS (Academic): minimum score of 6.5 with no individual band score less than 6.0.
TOEFL Paper-based Test: minimum score of 575 (minimum score of 5 in the Test of Written English).
TOEFL Internet-based Test: minimum score of 80 with minimum overall for SLR 18; W 22.
La Trobe Melbourne (ELICOS): completion of English for Further Studies Advanced Stage 5B Certificate at postgraduate (EFS5 (70 per cent) PG1) level. For more information please visit the La Trobe Melbourne website.
English as the language of instruction in tertiary studies may be accepted.
Please note: English as the language of instruction in previous study will not be accepted as a basis of admission (English)
for courses where the approved test score requirement is above an IELTS 6.5 with no band score lower than 6.0.
Pearson Test of English (Academic) (PTE): minimum score of 64 with no communicative skill score less than 59.
Cambridge Certificate of Advanced English (CAE): a grade of B or higher.
Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE): a grade of C or higher.
Or approved international equivalent. Albury-Wodonga, Bendigo, Melbourne, Shepparton- Academic entry requirements
- Applicants must have completed an Australian Bachelor's degree with Honours at H1 or H2A level, or approved international equivalent. Applicants with Honours at H2B level, or equivalent, may be considered in some instances. Albury-Wodonga, Bendigo, Melbourne, Shepparton
- Full course details
- Arts (Law and Management) (Master)Melbourne
Arts (Law and Management) (Master)Bendigo
Master of Laws [research] (055091D)
- Duration :
- 2 years
- Semester starts :
- Anytime
- Annual Tution Fee (AUD) :
- 23 830
- Campus
- Melbourne
- Year
- 2013
- Course description
- This degree enables students to complete independent research and submit a thesis of up to 50 000 words on a topic relating to one of the Schools areas of research expertise, including Asian law, corporate governance, labour law, and commercial law.
- English Language Requirements
- IELTS (Academic): minimum score of 6.5 with no individual band score less than 6.0.
TOEFL Paper-based Test: minimum score of 575 (minimum score of 5 in the Test of Written English).
TOEFL Internet-based Test: minimum score of 80 with minimum overall for SLR 18; W 22.
La Trobe Melbourne (ELICOS): completion of English for Further Studies Advanced Stage 5B Certificate at postgraduate (EFS5 (70 per cent) PG1) level. For more information please visit the La Trobe Melbourne website.
English as the language of instruction in tertiary studies may be accepted.
Please note: English as the language of instruction in previous study will not be accepted as a basis of admission (English)
for courses where the approved test score requirement is above an IELTS 6.5 with no band score lower than 6.0.
Pearson Test of English (Academic) (PTE): minimum score of 64 with no communicative skill score less than 59.
Cambridge Certificate of Advanced English (CAE): a grade of B or higher.
Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE): a grade of C or higher.
Or approved international equivalent. Melbourne - Academic entry requirements
- Applicants must have completed an Australian Bachelor's degree with Honours at H1 or H2A level, or approved international equivalent. Applicants with Honours at H2B level, or equivalent, may be considered in some instances. Melbourne
- Full course details
- Laws (Master)Melbourne
Fees and scholarships
Estimated fee costs for international students is indicated for each course above. There are also a range of scholarships available for international students to assist students.
Finding a supervisor
One of the most important aspects of your research study will be finding a supervisor in Law.
Our staff specialising in Law include:
Associate Professor Murray is an expert in Australian and international employment law.
Jill Murray, Law and Management
Student and graduate profiles
Find out about the experiences of one of our Law research students.
My name is Rebekah Hoath. I am currently studying a Bachelor of Law and Psychological Science.
