The Master of Laws (Human Rights) is the only coursework masters degree in human rights law in Australia. It is particularly relevant for law graduates who wish to pursue a career in human rights law and related work. This specialised degree provides in-depth theoretical and practical knowledge of the international human rights legal framework, the organisations that promote and protect it and the mechanisms and processes by which it is enforced. Students will also develop high-level skills in interpreting and analysing primary and secondary human rights materials, including treaties, treaty body decisions, domestic jurisprudence and scholarly commentary. This course may be completed by undertaking eight coursework units (at least five in the area of human rights law) or a combination of coursework and a minor research thesis.
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| Intakes | First semester, second semester | First semester, second semester |
| Course Content | University handbook entry for this course | University handbook entry for this course |
| Duration | 1 year full-time, 2 years part-time | 1 year |
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Fees for 2009
Multiply fee by duration for approximate cost |
Commonwealth supported place (CSP) Commonwealth supported place not offered for this course. Domestic fee per 48 credit points |
International fee per 48 credit points 48 credit points represents a standard full-time course load for a year $28,220 AUD |
| CRICOS code | Not applicable | 055070J |
| Monash course code | 3391 | 3391 |
| Faculty | Faculty of Law | Faculty of Law |
| Contact | Coordinator Postgraduate Admissions and Publications Email: graduate@law.monash.edu.au Telephone: +61 3 9641 6222 | Coordinator Postgraduate Admissions and Publications Email: graduate@law.monash.edu.au Telephone: +61 3 9641 6222 |
A Bachelor of Laws or equivalent legal qualification, with minimum credit average.
Minimum entrance requirements for admission to Monash University Australia.
A Bachelor of Laws or equivalent legal qualification, with minimum credit average.
Overall IELTS of 7.0; with Reading 6.5, Listening 6.5, Writing 6.5 and Speaking 6.5
Paper-based TOEFL 600 (TWE of 4.5); or a Computer-based TOEFL 250 (ER of 5.0) or Internet-based TOEFL Overall: 100 (with Writing 24+, and no other section lower than 20).
Minimum entrance requirements for admission to Monash University Australia.
Applications are made directly to the University and can be made online via International Recruitment Services.
Applications are made directly to the University and can be made online via International Recruitment Services.
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