Legal Studies - L6013
Master degree
The Monash Master of Legal Studies is designed to equip non-lawyers with the legal skills and knowledge you need to make better managerial and commercial decisions and to lead your organisation effectively.
This course provides you with the legal knowledge that will give you a competitive edge in your chosen career.
You can choose to focus on one of nine specialised areas to gain an understanding of the law and how it shapes commercial and public decisions in today’s global environment.
The course offers 9 specialisations:
- Commercial and Corporate Law
- Criminal Law and Forensics
- Dispute Resolution
- Global Society and Human Rights
- Health Law and Community
- Labour and Employment Law
- Public Sector Governance and Regulation
- Technology and Innovation
- Transnational Economic Regulation
Rigorous knowledge. Specific skills.
Legal knowledge can help any leader deliver better organisational and commercial results, especially in heavily regulated industries. In fact, a study published in the Harvard Review study suggests CEOs with legal training may perform even better than those with an MBA. When you complete a Monash Master of Legal Studies, you’ll undertake the same units as students studying for the Master of Laws degree. In other words, you’ll receive a level of academic rigour that sets you apart from others in your field.
Accelerate your career with a grounding in the law
Monash students have a track record of promotion and career progression and the Monash Master of Legal Studies is specifically designed to help non-lawyers take their career further. It does this by providing an in-depth grounding in the law that allows better informed decisions. The Master’s degree can benefit anyone who wants the legal knowledge that will help them rise to the top of their chosen career but doesn’t want to become a practising lawyer.
At a glance
Course Details
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First Trimester (February), Second Trimester (July) |
Entry Requirements
You need to satisfy the following entrance requirements to be considered for entry to this course.
Minimum Entry Requirements (Domestic students)
Qualifications
An Australian bachelor honours degree (or equivalent) in a cognate discipline approved by the faculty.
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An Australian Bachelor degree (or equivalent) with at least a credit (60%) average plus either an Australian graduate diploma or graduate certificate (or equivalent) in Law or a cognate discipline approved by the faculty.
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An Australian Bachelor degree (or equivalent) with at least a credit (60%) average in a cognate discipline approved by the faculty, plus work-based experience.
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An equivalent qualification and experience approved by the faculty.
Further details
A cognate discipline is a related discipline relevant to the specific area of specialisation. (For example, a student applying to specialise in Labour and Employment Law would need to have completed a degree which includes an area of specialisation or groups of units relevant to the labour and employment context).
Extra requirements
Applicants using work experience as part of their application are required to submit their CV and one original employment reference (if you were self-employed, you should submit original references from two clients). You should also provide a URL for your organisation.
English requirements
Applicants must also meet the English language requirements.
University entrance requirements
Minimum entrance requirements for admission to Monash University Australia.
The course is structured in three parts, Part A Introductory knowledge and Part B Extending specialist knowledge, and Part C Research knowledge.
Making the application
Future students
Trimester one (January), Trimester two (May), Trimester three (August)
Apply directly to Monash using course code L6013
Current Monash students
You may apply to transfer from another Monash course. Transfers are a competitive process. You may apply mid-year for available courses however consideration will be given as to whether you will be able to follow your course progression.
Please note that if you apply for a course transfer, you should still enrol in your current course as if you were continuing so as not to jeopardise your enrolment in the Faculty if your transfer application is unsuccessful. More about Course Transfer...
Self assess for credit eligibility
Check for study credit using the "Credit search" link on the Credit for prior study page
Fees
Fees are subject to change annually.
Full fee
Fees are per 48 credit points which represents a standard full-time course load for a year.
A$37,800
Fee assistance
As a full fee-paying student, you may be eligible to apply for the optional FEE-HELP to assist you to pay all or part of your tuition fees.
Scholarships
We offer over 360 types of scholarships, valued at up to $280,000. Some scholarships offer one-off payments while others continue for the length of your course. Learn more about Monash Scholarships.
Other costs and fees
For information on other study costs and fees, see other study costs.