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La Trobe University
University Handbook 2010

Schools within the Faculty

Doctor of Juridical Science (LDJDS)

The Doctor of Juridical Science is a research doctorate with a coursework prerequisite that facilitates a higher degree research opportunity for those who hold a Master of Laws by coursework.

Admission requirements

The applicant must have completed the Master of Laws, or equivalent. Those without a completed Masters may be eligible for admission or articulation.

Course structure

The Doctor of Juridical Science is a research doctorate with a required thesis length of 55,000–60,000 words. All coursework must be completed before the thesis is commenced.