Master of Laws (International Law and Politics)
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Overview
Master of Laws (International Law and Politics)
The Master of Laws (International Law and Politics) is a specialist degree that brings together international law and international politics, giving you a multidisciplinary perspective on the issues shaping our world.
Designed for students with a foundation in law, the programme will deepen your existing knowledge while examining modern international issues from both legal and political perspectives. You will explore the theoretical foundations of international law and politics alongside the practical challenges of decision-making and action in the international arena.
The Master of Laws (International Law and Politics) prepares you for careers in the diplomatic service, specialised legal practice, government, international organisations, non-governmental organisations, and the military.
Master of Laws (International Law and Politics)
For admission to the degree, you must have qualified for a Bachelor of Laws (or equivalent) or a Postgraduate Certificate in International Law and Politics with a minimum B Grade Point Average.
Graduates with an undergraduate degree with a significant legal component (eg, Bachelor of Arts in Legal Studies) or a non-law degree with relevant international law work experience are also encouraged to apply.
If English is not your first language, you are also required to meet UC's Postgraduate language requirements. See how to provide your English language evidence to UC. If you need help meeting these requirements, or would like to practise your English skills before studying, UC offers English for Academic Purposes (EAP) language programmes.
For the full entry requirements, see the Regulations for the Master of Laws (International Law and Politics) or use the admission requirements checker.
How to apply
You can apply online at myUC.
See Admission and enrolment for all information on enrolling at UC.
Master of Laws (International Law and Politics)
For admission to the degree, you must have qualified for a Bachelor of Laws (or equivalent) or a Postgraduate Certificate in International Law and Politics with a minimum B Grade Point Average.
Graduates with an undergraduate degree with a significant legal component (eg, Bachelor of Arts in Legal Studies) or a non-law degree with relevant international law work experience are also encouraged to apply.
If English is not your first language, you are also required to meet UC's Postgraduate language requirements. See how to provide your English language evidence to UC. If you need help meeting these requirements, or would like to practise your English skills before studying, UC offers English for Academic Purposes (EAP) language programmes.
For the full entry requirements, see the Regulations for the Master of Laws (International Law and Politics) or use the admission requirements checker.
How to apply
You can apply online at myUC.
See Admission and enrolment for all information on enrolling at UC.
Master of Laws (International Law and Politics)
To complete the LLM (International Law and Politics) you will take courses in international law and international politics, and choose from a research project or an internship pathway.
The following courses are all compulsory:
- ILAP613 Advanced Principles of Public International Law
- ILAP614 Principles and Practice of International Relations and Diplomacy
- LAWS670 Legal Research Methods
Plus choose one of the following:
The remaining three courses (45 points) are selected from these elective courses.
You can start your studies in either February or July. The degree typically takes one to two years of full-time study or up to four years of part-time study.
For full requirements, see the Regulations for the Master of Laws (International Law and Politics).
Master of Laws (International Law and Politics)
To complete the LLM (International Law and Politics) you will take courses in international law and international politics, and choose from a research project or an internship pathway.
The following courses are all compulsory:
- ILAP613 Advanced Principles of Public International Law
- ILAP614 Principles and Practice of International Relations and Diplomacy
- LAWS670 Legal Research Methods
Plus choose one of the following:
The remaining three courses (45 points) are selected from these elective courses.
You can start your studies in either February or July. The degree typically takes one to two years of full-time study or up to four years of part-time study.
For full requirements, see the Regulations for the Master of Laws (International Law and Politics).
Domestic students
2026 tuition fee estimate: $9,276 (120 points)
2027 tuition fee estimate: $9,833 (120 points)
International students
2026 Special Programme Fee: $37,900 (120 points)
2027 Special Programme Fee: $39,600 (120 points)
2028 Special Programme Fee: $41,600 (120 points)
Domestic students
2026 tuition fee estimate: $9,276 (120 points)
2027 tuition fee estimate: $9,833 (120 points)
International students
2026 Special Programme Fee: $37,900 (120 points)
2027 Special Programme Fee: $39,600 (120 points)
2028 Special Programme Fee: $41,600 (120 points)
Master of Laws (International Law and Politics)
You can go on to a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Law, or Political Science and International Relations.
Master of Laws (International Law and Politics)
You can go on to a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Law, or Political Science and International Relations.
Master of Laws (International Law and Politics)
The Master of Laws (International Law and Politics) prepares you for careers where an advanced understanding of international law, politics, and global affairs is valuable.
Career pathways can include:
- government and public policy;
- foreign affairs and diplomatic services;
- international organisations, such as the United Nations;
- non-governmental organisations;
- international legal practice;
- policy, regulatory, and advisory roles;
- defence and related government agencies; and
- research and further academic study.
The programme’s multidisciplinary focus is particularly valuable in roles that require you to understand both legal frameworks and the political context in which international decisions are made.
Through your study and independent research you will also develop transferable skills in critical thinking, research, analysis, written and verbal communication, and working with complex information.
Master of Laws (International Law and Politics)
The Master of Laws (International Law and Politics) prepares you for careers where an advanced understanding of international law, politics, and global affairs is valuable.
Career pathways can include:
- government and public policy;
- foreign affairs and diplomatic services;
- international organisations, such as the United Nations;
- non-governmental organisations;
- international legal practice;
- policy, regulatory, and advisory roles;
- defence and related government agencies; and
- research and further academic study.
The programme’s multidisciplinary focus is particularly valuable in roles that require you to understand both legal frameworks and the political context in which international decisions are made.
Through your study and independent research you will also develop transferable skills in critical thinking, research, analysis, written and verbal communication, and working with complex information.
