Master of International and Security Law

Program Overview

The Master of International and Security Law is a two-year postgraduate program that provides students with an advanced understanding of international and national security law. The program consists of core courses, research courses, and elective courses, allowing students to tailor their studies to their specific interests. Graduates are well-equipped for careers in law, policy, government, business, and other professional fields.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The Master of International and Security Law is a two-year postgraduate program that delves into the complexities of the modern legal landscape. It provides students with an advanced understanding of principles of law relating to international and national security. The program is designed to equip graduates with the specialized skills and knowledge necessary for policy development, compliance, and legal practice in the field of international and security law.

Outline:

The program consists of a total of 48 units, comprising core courses, research courses, and elective courses.

Core Courses (6 units):

• LAW 7177: Introduction to Australian Law
• LAW 7170: Public International Law

Research Courses (maximum 12 units):

• LAW 7187: Advanced Legal Research and Writing (3 units)
• LAW 7025: Dissertation (PG) (6 units)
• LAW 7194: Law Research Project (3 units)

Elective Courses (maximum 36 units):

A wide range of elective courses are available, allowing students to tailor their studies to their specific interests. Some of the available elective courses include:

• LAW 7034: Anti-discrimination Law: Practice and Theory PG
• LAW 7040: International Environmental Law
• LAW 7042: AI and Technology: Legal and Security Issues
• LAW 7061: Regulation of Work: Current Issues
• LAW 7067: International Criminal Law (PG)
• LAW 7070: International and Commercial Trade Law
• LAW 7073: Counter Terrorism and National Security Law
• LAW 7074: Transitional Justice (PG)
• LAW 7120: Human Rights: International Perspectives
• LAW 7123: Perspectives on Property Law and Society
• LAW 7129: International Humanitarian Law
• LAW 7155: Introduction to Arbitration
• LAW 7156: Advanced Arbitration
• LAW 7165: Cyber Security and Cyber Conflict Law
• LAW 7168: Selected Issues - Military Operations Law
• LAW 7171: The Law of Weaponry
• LAW 7172: Strategic Space Law
• LAW 7173: Maritime Law and Geopolitics in the Asian Region
• LAW 7174: Advanced Comparative Law
• LAW 7179: Contemporary Issues in Law
• LAW 7183: Law of Naval Warfare
• LAW 7184: Defence Contracting Law
• LAW 7190: Commercial Space Law
• LAW 7192: Government, Law, and Policy
• LAW 7195: Federal Criminal and Defence Discipline Law
• LAW 7196: Law of Air Warfare
• LAW 7197: IHL and Disruptive Technology
• LAW 7198: Nuclear Regulatory Law
• COMMLAW 7012: Business and Corporations Law
Not all courses will be offered in any one calendar year.

Assessment:

• Assessment methods vary depending on the specific course and may include assignments, essays, research projects, presentations, and final examinations.

Teaching:

• The program is delivered via intensive mode of study.
• Classes are typically conducted in a seminar format, fostering active participation and discussion among students.
• Students have access to a dedicated team of academic staff with expertise in international and security law.

Careers:

Graduates of the program are well-equipped to pursue advanced and rewarding career options in law, policy, government, business, and many other professional fields. Potential career paths include:

• Advocate
• Arbitrator
• Consultant
• Diplomat
• Government lawyer
• Human rights lawyer
• International organization lawyer
• Legal academic
• Mediator
• Policy advisor
• Researcher
• Security analyst