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).

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.
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
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.

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