Master of International Law and Master of International Relations
| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2025-03-01 | - |
| 2025-09-01 | - |
| 2026-03-01 | - |
| 2026-09-01 | - |
| 2027-03-01 | - |
| 2027-09-01 | - |
Program Overview
Master of International Law and Master of International Relations
About the course
In as little as two years, you can complete two master's degrees. Study topics including political economy, security and conflict, as well as international criminal and human rights law. Elective units include studies in environmental, oil and gas and World Trade Organization law, as well as in religion, NGOs, Africa, China and US foreign policy.
Quick details
- Status: Available
- Locations: Perth (Crawley campus)
- Attendance: Full-time, Part-time
- Delivery: On-campus
- Starting dates: Semester 1, Semester 2
- Weekly contact time: 12 hours plus own study time
- Level of study: Postgraduate
- Course Code: 21540
- CRICOS code: A
- Full time/part time duration: 2-2.5 years
- Degrees course is available in: Master of International Law and Master of International Relations
Course details
Please refer to the course details in the UWA Handbook for both the Master of International Law (coursework) and Master of International Relations (coursework or coursework and dissertation) for individual course structures and rules.
Admission requirements
To be considered for admission to this course an applicant must have:
- (a) a Juris Doctor or Bachelor of Laws, or an equivalent qualification, as recognised by UWA; or
- (a) (i) a bachelor's degree in a cognate area, or an equivalent qualification, as recognised by UWA; and (ii) the equivalent of a UWA weighted average mark of at least 50 per cent; or
- (a) (i) a bachelor's degree, or an equivalent qualification, as recognised by UWA; and (ii) the equivalent of a UWA weighted average mark of at least 50 per cent; and (iii) at least two years of relevant professional experience.
English competency
English is the language of instruction and assessment at UWA and you will need to meet the English language requirements of the University to be eligible for a place.
This course has higher ELC requirements. Applicants presenting with the IELTS Academic require an overall score of at least 7.0 and no band less than 6.5. For more information visit ELC requirements.
Fees and scholarships
Domestic Student Fees
For Commonwealth-supported places, student contribution amounts are charged by unit, based on area of study. For a fee estimate, go to the Fee Calculator and select “I want to price my units”. Fees are subject to annual indexation. Refer to the Handbook to identify the units required. More information on how fees are calculated.
Domestic Student Fees for Full-Fee Paying Places
If you're not eligible for a Commonwealth-supported places, you will be charged a for Full-Fee Paying place. For Full-Fee Paying places, students are charged an annual course fee, charged per credit point at a rate dependent on the course in which the student is enrolled. Annual course fees are calculated based on an annual study load.
Check the handbook to confirm the annual study load for your course. Visit the Fee Calculator and select your course type to find out more. Fees are subject to annual indexation. More information on how fees are calculated.
International Student Fees
Annual course fee
2025
$44,800.00
Onshore international students are charged an annual course fee, charged per credit point at a rate dependent on the course in which the student is enrolled. Annual course fees are calculated based on an annual study load.
Check the handbook to confirm the annual study load for your course.
Scholarships
Scholarships are available to students from a diverse range of backgrounds, including academic achievement, financial need, educational disadvantage, leadership and community service, artistic or sporting achievements, and being from a rural or remote area.
Careers and further study
Career Pathways
As a graduate of the combined Master of International Law and Master of International Relations, you may find job opportunities in international corporations, non-governmental organisations, and government departments.
Further Study
If you complete a dissertation as part of this course, you may choose to progress to a PhD. You may also wish to complete another postgraduate course, such as the Master of Business Administration.