Master of Public and International 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

075001A

Campuses

Parkville

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake DeadlinesMarch-2026

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Go to the official application for the university

Duration 1 year(s)

Tuition Fee

AUD 56,000 / year

Next Intake March-2026

Master of Public and International Law

About

Overview

The Master of Public and International Law (MPub&IntLaw) recognises the increasing interdependence of international and domestic law, bringing together constitutional, administrative and public international law.

It’s ideal for both practitioners and scholars with backgrounds or interests in government, international institutions, not-for-profit organisations, business/government relations and international development.

As a student, you can choose from a wide range of subjects across the entire field of public law, giving you access to the latest developments in theory and practice in Australia and elsewhere. The Master of Public and International Law is available for both law and non-law graduates.

The Master of Public and International Law is part of the world-renowned Melbourne Law Masters program.

Related offerings

Master of Laws
Graduate Diploma in Laws
Graduate Diploma in Government Law
Graduate Diploma in International 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 law.

Professional experience relevant to this course may include roles such as public servant, policy or research officer, or political advisor, and roles in charities or not-for-profits.

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 student in the Master of Public and International Law, you’ll develop an advanced understanding of the complex body of knowledge in the field of public and international law, including:

The legal and institutional framework for Australian government in theory and practice
Analysis and resolution of the complex problems of government law
A range of alternative approaches to government law in other countries and systems and the methodology of comparative public law
The context within which government law operates and the sensitivities peculiar to it
The legal and institutional framework for Australian government in theory and practice
The nature, major principles, processes and structures of the international legal system and the relationship between international and domestic law
Legal issues in contemporary public and international affairs
The increasing significance of international law domestically, regionally and globally.

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.