UNIVERSITY OF SYDNEY · AUSTRALIA
Master of International Law
Master's · Taught in en · UCAS MAINTLAW1000
At a glance
12 mo
Duration
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Tuition / yr
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Master's
Level
- 1 yearDuration
- Face to faceStudy Mode
- Ranked 16th globallyLaw School Ranking
- 80% intensive unitsTeaching Format
- 60% taught by practitionersFaculty Expertise
- 48 credit pointsTotal Credit Points
The Master of International Law is a postgraduate degree designed for students interested in the legal principles governing relationships between states and international organizations. It offers an interdisciplinary approach, integrating knowledge of international relations, security studies, politics, and government with legal frameworks. The program aims to equip students with critical knowledge and skills for professional roles or academic research in public international law and policy. You will study core international law units and have the flexibility to choose electives, potentially including units from the Department of Government and International Relations or the Centre for International Security Studies. The degree requires completion of 48 credit points.
Curriculum
The Master of International Law program requires the completion of 48 credit points. It includes a core unit in international law and elective units. Students can also take units from related departments.
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Careers
Graduates of the Master of International Law program are prepared for diverse career paths in legal and non-legal professions.
- Barristers
- Judges
- Magistrates
- Solicitors
- Diplomats
- Foreign Affairs professionals
- Global Business Development professionals
- Global Policy analysts
- Intergovernmental Affairs specialists
- International Affairs professionals
- International Relations specialists
- Political Affairs officers
- Academic researchers
Entry requirements
Bachelor's degreeA credit average (65%) from the University of Sydney or an equivalent qualification. Alternatively, a bachelor's degree from the University of Sydney or an equivalent qualification plus evidence of two years of relevant professional experience.
This course is not available to student visa holders.
Fees
Tuition (international)Full-fee paying
Tuition (home)Commonwealth supported places available (student contribution amount applies)
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The University offers both full-fee paying places and Commonwealth Supported Places (CSP) for domestic students. Domestic students will pay a student contribution amount (SCA) for CSP.
How to apply
1. Check Application DeadlinesFor Semester 1 intake, the application deadline is 31 October of the year prior to commencement. For Semester 2 intake, the deadline is 31 March of the commencing year.
2. Submit ApplicationComplete and submit your application through the university's system by the relevant deadline.
3. Scholarship ApplicationsIf you wish to apply for scholarships, note that separate application deadlines apply. Check the university's scholarship pages for details.
Accreditation
Sydney Law School's Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Program units meet the requirements for legal registration maintenance for members of the Law Society of New South Wales and the New South Wales Bar Association. Taxation units also meet CPD requirements for Chartered Accountants Australia New Zealand.