Master of Laws (International and Comparative)
Testamur Title of Degree:
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Master of Laws (International and Comparative)
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Abbreviation:
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LLM (I & C)
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Home Faculty:
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Law
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Duration:
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1 year full-time
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Total Credit Points:
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48
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Starting Session(s):
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Spring
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Location:
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Wollongong
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UOW Course Code:
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584
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CRICOS Code:
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012118J
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Overview
This program is designed to introduce students from a range of different countries and legal systems to the principles of international and comparative law. Students may also study and research various aspects of natural resources law, commercial law and the Anglo-American system of common law as it is practised in Australia.
Options cater to students from civil law and common law countries and those who do not use English as their language of first choice.
Entry Requirements / Assumed Knowledge
Students should have an undergraduate degree in law from a recognised institution, or recognised overseas equivalent.
Course Requirements
Students are required to satisfactorily complete 48 credit points, comprising compulsory subjects, research essay and other subjects chosen from the Course Program to complement the student's background and interests.
Course Program
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Subjects
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Credit Points
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Prescribed Subjects
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LLB9100
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Introduction to Legal Systems
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8
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LLB9343
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International Law
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8
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LLB9337
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Comparative Studies in Law
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8
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LAW993
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Research Essay
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8
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Options: Language and Skills
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ELL901
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English for Postgraduate Studies 1
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6
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ELL903
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English for Postgraduate Studies 2
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6
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LLB9395
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Legal Research and Writing
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2
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Options: Specialist Subjects
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LAW923
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Law of the Sea
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8
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LAW924
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International Environmental Law
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8
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LLB9301
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Evidence
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8
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LLB9305
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Property and Trusts A
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8
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LLB9307
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Law of Torts
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8
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LLB9320
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Commercial and Consumer Contracts
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8
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LLB9330
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Law of Employment
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8
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LLB9331
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Intellectual Property Law
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8
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LLB9332
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Labour Relations Law
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8
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LLB9335
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Anti-Discrimination Law
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8
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LLB9344
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Indigenous Peoples and Legal Systems
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8
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LLB9348
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Media Law
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8
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LLB9350
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Special Study in Law A
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8
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LLB9351
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Special Study in Law B
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8
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LLB9362
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Advanced Revenue Law
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8
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NOTE: Not all optional subjects are offered every year. Students are advised to contact the Faculty before enrolling.
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