Legal Studies - L6013
Master's degree
The Master of Legal Studies degree is designed to equip non-lawyers with the legal skills and knowledge needed to lead more effectively and optimise their operations. No matter your role or industry, a legal studies master's degree will provide you with a competitive edge and help you make better business decisions.
Choose from nine specialised study areas for a well-rounded understanding of law and how it shapes commercial and public outcomes in today’s global environment.
The Master of Legal Studies course offers the following 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
Gain the legal expertise needed to excel in your career
If you are in a leadership position, a master's degree in legal studies is an invaluable professional asset. Evidence shows that formal legal training is highly advantageous for CEOs and other senior leaders – particularly those within heavily regulated industries like medicine, insurance or construction. Built around the same units as the Monash Master of Laws degree, the Master of Legal Studies will help you unpack the complexities of Australian law and set yourself apart from others in your field.
Make better workplace decisions
The Monash Master of Legal Studies is strategically designed to help professionals outside of the law sector gain the foundational legal knowledge needed to bolster their career. Through a comprehensive overview of legal risk, regulation, compliance and mediation, you will learn to make more informed decisions in the workplace and beyond.
Participation in this course does not require a law background nor a desire to practice law. A legal studies master's degree is beneficial for anyone looking to enhance their expertise and take the next step in their career.
At a glance
Course Details
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There are no intakes for this course in 2026 |
Entry Requirements
You need to satisfy the following entrance requirements to be considered for entry to this course.
Minimum Entry Requirements (International students)
Qualifications
Entry level 1: 72 points to complete Duration: 1.5 years full-time | An Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent) with at least a credit (60%) average in a cognate discipline approved by the faculty, OR An Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent) with at least a credit (60%) average, plus relevant professional experience. |
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Entry level 2: 48 points to complete Duration: 1 years full-time | An Australian bachelor honours degree (or equivalent) in a cognate discipline approved by the faculty, OR An Australian Bachelor degree (or equivalent) with at least credit (60%) average plus either an Australian graduate diploma (or equivalent) in Law or a cognate discipline approved by the faculty, OR An Australian Bachelor degree (or equivalent) with at least credit (60%) average in a cognate discipline approved by the faculty and at least 1 year of relevant professional experience, OR 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).
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.
Additional information and advice to applicants can be found on the Master of Legal Studies webpage.
English entry requirements
Level A
| IELTS (Academic): 6.5 Overall score, with minimum band scores: Listening 6.0, Reading 6.0, Writing 6.0 and Speaking 6.0 | or | Pearson Test of English (Academic): 58 Overall score, with minimum scores: Listening 50, Reading 50, Speaking 50 and Writing 50 | or | TOEFL iBT: 0 - 120 scale: 1 - 6 scale: | or |
Courses that require English Level A only: Other approved English tests (minimum entry scores apply) Courses with English Level B, C, D, E and F: Other approved English tests (higher entry scores apply than specified) |
University entrance requirements
Minimum entrance requirements for admission to Monash University Australia.
The course structure and progression map can be viewed in the Handbook.
Making the application
Future students
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.
International fee
Fees are per 48 credit points which represents a standard full-time course load for a year. The fees for 2026 are:
A$57,200
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.
Enrolment Obligations
International students enrolling in a CRICOS-registered course can study no more than one third (33%) of their course by distance and/or online learning. Students must enrol in at least one unit that is not by distance and/or online in each compulsory study period unless the student is completing the last unit of their course. See standard 8.19 and 8.20 of National Code of Practice for Providers of Education and Training to Overseas Students 2018.
CRICOS code: 112791K
International course guides
If you are an international student and wish to find out more about our courses, entry requirements, studying at Monash and more, please download our international course guides below.
International Study Grants
