Master of Construction Law

University of Melbourne

Australia, Melbourne

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University of Melbourne

Australia , Melbourne

Key Facts

Program Level

Master by Course Work

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Course Code

074998C

Campuses

Parkville

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake DeadlinesMarch-2026

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Duration 1 year(s)

Tuition Fee

AUD 56,000 / year

Next Intake March-2026

Master of Construction Law

About

Overview

The Master of Construction Law (MConstrLaw) gives construction lawyers and professionals in building, construction, engineering and associated industries the legal knowledge to take the next step in their careers.

It’s available for both law and non-law graduates and the flexible structure makes it ideal for working professionals looking to immerse themselves in the study of construction law.

Working with lecturers who are leaders in their fields, and fellow students from Australia and around the world, you’ll have a unique opportunity to gain advanced understanding of construction law and its interaction with the commerce and practice of the industry.

The Master of Construction Law is part of the world-renowned Melbourne Law Masters program.

Related offerings

Master of Laws
Graduate Diploma in Laws
Graduate Diploma in Construction Law
Single Subject Study in Law

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Admission criteria

To be considered for entry into this course, you must have completed:

A degree in law (LLB, JD or equivalent) leading to admission to practice with a University of Melbourne equivalent score of at least 70, OR
A degree in law (LLB, JD or equivalent) leading to admission to practice, or equivalent and two years of documented relevant professional experience, OR
An undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline and two years of documented relevant professional experience, OR
An undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline; and successful completion of four subjects in a cognate graduate diploma and one year of documented relevant professional experience.

Disciplines directly related to this course include construction.

Professional experience relevant to this course may include roles such as a project manager or officer, engineer, contracts manager or quantity surveyor in the field of construction.

Meeting the published entry requirements for this course does not guarantee selection.

Where our admission criteria includes a minimum Weighted Average Mark (WAM) and/or specific subject criteria, these are based on University of Melbourne grades and subjects. If you've studied elsewhere, we'll assess your relevant prior studies and equivalent grades. Your final WAM may be adjusted depending on your previous institution's accreditation, subject grading, and pass marks.

You can use our graduate coursework grade conversion eligibility calculator to get an indication of whether you are eligible for this course based on your previous studies and Weighted Average Mark (WAM).

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English language requirements

All applicants to the University of Melbourne must satisfy the English language requirements. This may be achieved in a number of ways, including recognised previous study taught and assessed entirely in English or an approved English language test. If you are from a non-English speaking background, the required standard of English for this degree is one of the following English proficiency test scores:

English language test score requirements
If you need to undertake an English language test, you must meet one of the scores* below:

IELTS

7.0

with no band less than 6.5
TOEFL

94+

with writing 24; speaking 20; reading 19; listening 20
PEARSON

72+

with written communicative skill of 65 and no other communicative skill below 64
CAMBRIDGE

185+

with no skill less than 176
*Accepted tests: IELTS (Academic English Only); TOEFL Internet-based test; Pearson Test of English Academic; Cambridge English: Advanced/Certificate of Advanced English (CAE). If a test displays N/A, it means it is not accepted for this course.

About selection

When assessing applications, the Selection Committee will consider your previous studies and academic performance.

The Selection Committee may request additional information to clarify any aspect of an application, according to the University’s Academic Board rules regarding selection instruments.

Meeting the published entry requirements for this course does not guarantee selection.

If relevant to your application, the Selection Committee will consider your professional experience.

English Program Requirements

English language test score requirements

If you need to undertake an English language test, you must meet one of the scores* below:

IELTS

7.0

with no band less than 6.5

TOEFL

94+

with writing 24; speaking 20; reading 19; listening 20

PEARSON

72+

with written communicative skill of 65 and no other communicative skill below 64

CAMBRIDGE

185+

with no skill less than 176

*Accepted tests: IELTS (Academic English Only); TOEFL Internet-based test; Pearson Test of English Academic; Cambridge English: Advanced/Certificate of Advanced English (CAE). If a test displays N/A, it means it is not accepted for this course.

Career

As a Master of Construction Law student, you’ll develop an advanced understanding of the complex body of knowledge in the field of construction law, including:

Common law principles and statutory regimes that impact upon construction and related projects in Australia and the relationship of such laws with the technical and commercial underpinnings of the industry
The international aspects of construction law and practice, including comparisons with that applicable in Australia
The principles underpinning the drafting of construction contracts and amendment of standard-form construction contracts
The avoidance, management and resolution of construction claims and disputes, and
Key ongoing debates relating to construction law and practice.

You’ll also develop skills in critical analysis and the ability to interpret and transmit your ideas to specialist and non-specialist audiences, including clients.