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Master of Laws - Major Thesis

Course summary for local students

Award granted Master of Laws
CampusOffered at Melbourne Campus at Burwood
Length1.5 years full-time or part-time equivalent
Faculty contactsFaculty of Business and Law
Manager, Research
Tel 03 5227 2442
research-buslaw@deakin.edu.au
Deakin course code M810

Course sub-headings

Course overview

A member of the School of Law's academic staff will be appointed as principal supervisor for each candidate for the Master of Laws by research. Associate supervisors, either internal or external, may be appointed to assist the principal supervisor. Candidates will be required to meet certain attendance requirements. A candidate is required to complete a thesis embodying the results of research carried out in the field of study specified at the time of enrolment.

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Course rules

Candidates are required to complete a thesis embodying the results of research carried out in the field of study specified at the time of enrolment.

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Research information

For more information about areas in which supervision is available please contact:
Manager, Research
Tel 03 5227 2442
 research-buslaw@deakin.edu.au
Applicants are advised to contact prospective supervisors in order to establish a possible research project.

Research scholarships

Deakin University offers scholarships for study towards research masters degrees in all faculties. Information is available from:
University scholarships officer
Tel 03 5227 3492
 research-scholarships@deakin.edu.au

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Admission requirements - general

Admission to higher degree by research candidature is normally granted on the basis of a bachelors degree with honours or a masters degree with substantial research component.
For more information visit The Guide.

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How to apply

Applicants must apply via Research Services.
An application form is available from Research Services or by contacting
Research Services
Tel 03 9251 7124
email research-hdr@deakin.edu.au