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).

Ms Peggy Kerdo - School of Law

Courses

Local students

Law courses
Offer yearCourse titleCampus(es)DurationSemester starts
2011 Doctor of Juridical Science Melbourne
Melbourne (City)
2.5 years - one semester for the Master of Laws prerequisite units and two years for the thesis 2-2.5 years for thesis component only (graduates of the Master of Laws or equivalent only) Anytime

Doctor of Juridical Science continued…

Course description
The Doctor of Juridical Science is a research doctorate with a coursework prerequisite that facilitates a higher degree of research opportunity for those holding a Master of Laws by coursework.
Prerequisite
Master of Laws or equivalent, and curriculum vitae with academic and professional references. Applicants without formal qualifications but with substantial relevant experience may be considered.
Fee type
Research Training Scheme (RTS) funded
Fee amount
Fees of $13,750 (2010 figure - indicative only) apply to the 60 credit points of coursework subjects taken from the Master of Laws.
How to apply
Please see candidature and scholarships forms at: www.latrobe.edu.au/research/future/scholarships
Full course details
Juridical Science (Professional Doctorate)Melbourne
2012 Doctor of Juridical Science Melbourne
Melbourne (City)
2.5 years - one semester for the Master of Laws prerequisite units and two years for the thesis 2-2.5 years for thesis component only (graduates of the Master of Laws or equivalent only) Anytime

Doctor of Juridical Science continued…

Course description
The Doctor of Juridical Science is a research doctorate with a coursework prerequisite that facilitates a higher degree of research opportunity for those holding a Master of Laws by coursework.
Prerequisite
Master of Laws or equivalent, and curriculum vitae with academic and professional references. Applicants without formal qualifications but with substantial relevant experience may be considered.
Fee type
Research Training Scheme (RTS) funded
Fee amount
Fees of $13,750 (2010 figure - indicative only) apply to the 60 credit points of coursework subjects taken from the Master of Laws.
How to apply
Please see candidature and scholarships forms at: www.latrobe.edu.au/research/future/scholarships
Full course details
Juridical Science (Professional Doctorate)Melbourne
2011 Doctor of Philosophy (Law and Management) Melbourne
Bendigo
Melbourne (City)
Albury-Wodonga
3 years full-time or 6 years part-time Anytime

Doctor of Philosophy (Law and Management) continued…

Course description
Candidates can undertake research in the following areas. Business: corporate social responsibility, management and organisational behaviour; marketing and policy; organisational change; performance management; sustainable regional communities; macroeconomic policy; globalisation and economic development; employment relations; financial economics; industrial organisation and business strategy; adventure tourism; environmental tourism; tourism and destination branding; media and tourism; tourism and hospitality; business and managerial psychology; and innovation and knowledge. Law: access to justice; legal services and the legal profession; constitutional and administrative law; corporations law; securities regulation and corporate governance; commercial law; banking law and income taxation; labour law; utilities regulation; disability law; health and medical law; international, comparative, and Asian law; Indigenous law; refugee law; mediation; negotiation; and complaints handling and systems design.
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.
Fee type
Research Training Scheme (RTS) funded
How to apply
Please see candidature and scholarships forms at: www.latrobe.edu.au/research/future/scholarships
Full course details
Law and Management (Doctor)Melbourne
Law and Management (Doctor)Bendigo
2012 Doctor of Philosophy (Law and Management) Albury-Wodonga
Bendigo
Melbourne
Melbourne (City)
3 years full-time or 6 years part-time Anytime

Doctor of Philosophy (Law and Management) continued…

Course description
Candidates can undertake research in the following areas. Business: corporate social responsibility, management and organisational behaviour; marketing and policy; organisational change; performance management; sustainable regional communities; macroeconomic policy; globalisation and economic development; employment relations; financial economics; industrial organisation and business strategy; adventure tourism; environmental tourism; tourism and destination branding; media and tourism; tourism and hospitality; business and managerial psychology; and innovation and knowledge. Law: access to justice; legal services and the legal profession; constitutional and administrative law; corporations law; securities regulation and corporate governance; commercial law; banking law and income taxation; labour law; utilities regulation; disability law; health and medical law; international, comparative, and Asian law; Indigenous law; refugee law; mediation; negotiation; and complaints handling and systems design.
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.
Fee type
Research Training Scheme (RTS) funded
How to apply
Please see candidature and scholarships forms at: www.latrobe.edu.au/research/future/scholarships
Full course details
Law and Management (Doctor)Melbourne
Law and Management (Doctor)Bendigo
2011 Master of Arts Melbourne
Bendigo
Shepparton
Albury-Wodonga
2 years full-time or 4 years part-time. Anytime

Master of Arts continued…

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.
Fee type
Research Training Scheme (RTS) funded
How to apply
Please see candidature and scholarships forms at: www.latrobe.edu.au/research/future/scholarships
Full course details
Arts (Law and Management) (Master)Melbourne
Arts (Law and Management) (Master)Bendigo
2012 Master of Arts Albury-Wodonga
Bendigo
Melbourne
Shepparton
2 years full-time or 4 years part-time. Anytime

Master of Arts continued…

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.
Fee type
Research Training Scheme (RTS) funded
How to apply
Please see candidature and scholarships forms at: www.latrobe.edu.au/research/future/scholarships
Full course details
Arts (Law and Management) (Master)Melbourne
Arts (Law and Management) (Master)Bendigo
2012 Master of Laws Melbourne
1-3 years full-time or 2-6 years part-time Anytime

Master of Laws continued…

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.
Fee type
Research Training Scheme (RTS) funded
How to apply
Please see candidature and scholarships forms at: www.latrobe.edu.au/research/future/scholarships
Full course details
Laws (Master)Melbourne
2011 Master of Laws (research) Melbourne
1-3 years full-time or 2-6 years part-time Anytime

Master of Laws (research) continued…

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.
Fee type
Research Training Scheme (RTS) funded
How to apply
Please see candidature and scholarships forms at: www.latrobe.edu.au/research/future/scholarships
Full course details
Laws (Master - research)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

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Law international courses
Offer yearCourse title (CRICOS)Campus(es)DurationSemester startsAnnual Tuition Fee (AUD)
2011 Doctor of Juridical Science (074029G) Melbourne
2.5 years Semester 1 and 2 (February and July) $20 750

Doctor of Juridical Science continued…

Year
2011
Course description
The Doctor of Juridical Science is a research doctorate with a coursework prerequisite that facilitates a higher degree of research opportunity for those holding a Master of Laws by coursework.
English Language Requirements
IELTS (Academic) - minimum overall band score of 6.5 with no individual band score less than 6.0; or TOEFL Computer-Based Test - A minimum score of 233 with a score of 5 in essay writing; or TOEFL Paper-based Test - A minimum score of 575 with a score of 5 or more in the test of Written English; or TOEFL Internet-based Test - A minimum score of 88 with no individual score less than 22; or Completion of the English for Further Studies Advanced Stage 5B certificate at PG (postgraduate) level available from the La Trobe Melbourne; or Approved equivalent.
Academic entry requirements
Applicants must have completed an Australian Master's degree or Bachelors degree with Honours at H1 or H2A level, or approved international equivalent, plus at least three years of relevant professional experience. Applicants are also required to provide evidence of research expertise.
Special requirements
In exceptional circumstances, students without an undergraduate degree but with an appropriate professional qualification and relevant experience may be admitted to the course.
Course details
Juridical Science (Professional Doctorate)Melbourne
2012 Doctor of Juridical Science (074029G) Melbourne
3 years Semester 1 and 2 (February and July) $22 200

Doctor of Juridical Science continued…

Year
2012
Course description
The Doctor of Juridical Science is a research doctorate with a coursework prerequisite that facilitates a higher degree of research opportunity for those holding a Master of Laws by coursework.
English Language Requirements
IELTS (Academic) - minimum overall band score of 6.5 with no individual band score less than 6.0; or TOEFL Computer-Based Test - A minimum score of 233 with a score of 5 in essay writing; or TOEFL Paper-based Test - A minimum score of 575 with a score of 5 or more in the test of Written English; or TOEFL Internet-based Test - A minimum score of 88 with no individual score less than 22; or Completion of the English for Further Studies Advanced Stage 5B certificate at PG (postgraduate) level available from the La Trobe University Language Centre; or Approved equivalent.
Academic entry requirements
Applicants must have completed an Australian Master's degree or Bachelors degree with Honours at H1 or H2A level, or approved international equivalent, plus at least three years of relevant professional experience. Applicants are also required to provide evidence of research expertise.
Special requirements
In exceptional circumstances, students without an undergraduate degree but with an appropriate professional qualification and relevant experience may be admitted to the course.
Course details
Juridical Science (Professional Doctorate)Melbourne
2011 Doctor of Philosophy (Law and Management) (002106G) Melbourne
Bendigo
4 years Anytime $20 750

Doctor of Philosophy (Law and Management) continued…

Year
2011
Course description
Candidates can undertake research in the following areas. Business: corporate social responsibility, management and organisational behaviour; marketing and policy; organisational change; performance management; sustainable regional communities; macroeconomic policy; globalisation and economic development; employment relations; financial economics; industrial organisation and business strategy; adventure tourism; environmental tourism; tourism and destination branding; media and tourism; tourism and hospitality; business and managerial psychology; and innovation and knowledge. Law: access to justice; legal services and the legal profession; constitutional and administrative law; corporations law; securities regulation and corporate governance; commercial law; banking law and income taxation; labour law; utilities regulation; disability law; health and medical law; international, comparative, and Asian law; Indigenous law; refugee law; mediation; negotiation; and complaints handling and systems design.
English Language Requirements
IELTS (Academic) - minimum overall band score of 6.5 with no individual band score less than 6.0; or TOEFL Computer-Based Test - A minimum score of 233 with a score of 5 in essay writing; or TOEFL Paper-based Test - A minimum score of 575 with a score of 5 or more in the test of Written English; or TOEFL Internet-based Test - A minimum score of 88 with no individual score less than 22; or Completion of the English for Further Studies Advanced Stage 5B certificate at PG (postgraduate) level available from the La Trobe Melbourne; or Approved equivalent.
Academic entry requirements
Applicants must have completed an Australian Master's degree or Bachelor's degree with Honours at H1 or H2A level, or approved international equivalent.
Course details
Law and Management (Doctor)Melbourne
Law and Management (Doctor)Bendigo
2012 Doctor of Philosophy (Law and Management) (002106G) Bendigo
Melbourne
Albury-Wodonga
4 years Anytime $22 200

Doctor of Philosophy (Law and Management) continued…

Year
2012
Course description
Candidates can undertake research in the following areas. Business: corporate social responsibility, management and organisational behaviour; marketing and policy; organisational change; performance management; sustainable regional communities; macroeconomic policy; globalisation and economic development; employment relations; financial economics; industrial organisation and business strategy; adventure tourism; environmental tourism; tourism and destination branding; media and tourism; tourism and hospitality; business and managerial psychology; and innovation and knowledge. Law: access to justice; legal services and the legal profession; constitutional and administrative law; corporations law; securities regulation and corporate governance; commercial law; banking law and income taxation; labour law; utilities regulation; disability law; health and medical law; international, comparative, and Asian law; Indigenous law; refugee law; mediation; negotiation; and complaints handling and systems design.
English Language Requirements
IELTS (Academic) - minimum overall band score of 6.5 with no individual band score less than 6.0; or TOEFL Computer-Based Test - A minimum score of 233 with a score of 5 in essay writing; or TOEFL Paper-based Test - A minimum score of 575 with a score of 5 or more in the test of Written English; or TOEFL Internet-based Test - A minimum score of 88 with no individual score less than 22; or Completion of the English for Further Studies Advanced Stage 5B certificate at PG (postgraduate) level available from the La Trobe University Language Centre; or Approved equivalent.
Academic entry requirements
Applicants must have completed an Australian Master's degree or Bachelor's degree with Honours at H1 or H2A level, or approved international equivalent.
Course details
Law and Management (Doctor)Melbourne
Law and Management (Doctor)Bendigo
2011 Master of Arts (055083D) Melbourne
Bendigo
2 years Anytime $20 750

Master of Arts continued…

Year
2011
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.
English Language Requirements
IELTS (Academic) - minimum overall band score of 6.5 with no individual band score less than 6.0; or TOEFL Computer-Based Test - A minimum score of 233 with a score of 5 in essay writing; or TOEFL Paper-based Test - A minimum score of 575 with a score of 5 or more in the test of Written English; or TOEFL Internet-based Test - A minimum score of 88 with no individual score less than 22; or Completion of the English for Further Studies Advanced Stage 5B certificate at PG (postgraduate) level available from the La Trobe Melbourne; or Approved equivalent.
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.
Course details
Arts (Law and Management) (Master)Melbourne
Arts (Law and Management) (Master)Bendigo
2012 Master of Arts (055083D) Bendigo
Melbourne
Albury-Wodonga
Shepparton
2 years Anytime $22 200

Master of Arts continued…

Year
2012
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.
English Language Requirements
IELTS (Academic) - minimum overall band score of 6.5 with no individual band score less than 6.0; or TOEFL Computer-Based Test - A minimum score of 233 with a score of 5 in essay writing; or TOEFL Paper-based Test - A minimum score of 575 with a score of 5 or more in the test of Written English; or TOEFL Internet-based Test - A minimum score of 88 with no individual score less than 22; or Completion of the English for Further Studies Advanced Stage 5B certificate at PG (postgraduate) level available from the La Trobe University Language Centre; or Approved equivalent.
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.
Course details
Arts (Law and Management) (Master)Melbourne
Arts (Law and Management) (Master)Bendigo
2012 Master of Laws (055091D) Melbourne
2 years Anytime $22 200

Master of Laws continued…

Year
2012
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 overall band score of 6.5 with no individual band score less than 6.0; or TOEFL Computer-Based Test - A minimum score of 233 with a score of 5 in essay writing; or TOEFL Paper-based Test - A minimum score of 575 with a score of 5 or more in the test of Written English; or TOEFL Internet-based Test - A minimum score of 88 with no individual score less than 22; or Completion of the English for Further Studies Advanced Stage 5B certificate at PG (postgraduate) level available from the La Trobe University Language Centre; or Approved equivalent.
Academic entry requirements
Applicants must have completed an Australian Bachelors 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.
Course details
Laws (Master)Melbourne
2011 Master of Laws (research) (055091D) Melbourne
2 years Anytime $20 750

Master of Laws (research) continued…

Year
2011
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 overall band score of 6.5 with no individual band score less than 6.0; or TOEFL Computer-Based Test - A minimum score of 233 with a score of 5 in essay writing; or TOEFL Paper-based Test - A minimum score of 575 with a score of 5 or more in the test of Written English; or TOEFL Internet-based Test - A minimum score of 88 with no individual score less than 22; or Completion of the English for Further Studies Advanced Stage 5B certificate at PG (postgraduate) level available from the La Trobe Melbourne; or Approved equivalent.
Academic entry requirements
Applicants must have completed an Australian Bachelors 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.
Course details
Laws (Master - research)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.

After finishing my German Law Degree in 2004 I was keen to try something new.

Mr Florian Schwarz, Law and Management

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