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PhD of Research

Western Sydney University

  • Parramatta, Australia
  • 3 years
  • English
  • On campus
  • PhD

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Western Sydney University campus

About the program

A one-year research master's in Law completed through an independent supervised thesis.

Program highlights

  • Internship available: no
  • Placement support: yes
  • Work during study: yes
  • Post-study work rights (3 years (Temporary Graduate visa subclass 485, Post-Higher Education Work stream, doctoral degree; one-time (no repeat as primary applicant); apply in Australia within 6 months of course completion while holding or having held a Student visa in the last 6 months; age 35 or under; Temporary Graduate study requirement: CRICOS-registered qualification(s) taught in English totalling at least 2 academic years (92 CRICOS weeks), completed in Australia in no less than 16 calendar months on a visa allowing study; English: IELTS Academic/General 6.5 overall, 5.5 each band (or equivalent) within 12 months; age under 50 allowed for doctoral degrees; Indian nationals 4 years under AI-ECTA; Hong Kong/BNO up to 5 years)): yes
  • PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

  • Critically evaluate concepts and methods in Law in Research Master to solve relevant problems. Develop competence in Independent research project in Law guided by a supervisor. Present findings clearly and consider professional or research ethics.

Career outcomes

  • Legal Research Assistant
  • Compliance Analyst
  • Paralegal (subject to local rules)

Curriculum

  • Independent research project in Law guided by a supervisor
  • Supported by research training and regular supervisory meetings
  • And completed with a thesis for examination. Students join the school's research community and its research training and events.

Entry requirements

Academic

  • Honours Class 1 or 2 bachelor degree
  • Master of Research
  • Master of Philosophy or equivalent
  • Other qualifications at the discretion of the Dean or Institute Director.

Accepted academic background

Bachelor (Honours Class 1 or 2), Master of Research, Master of Philosophy or equivalent tertiary qualification, Lower qualifications at the discretion of the Dean/Director

Language tests

  • IELTS 6.5 (6.0 in each subtest)
  • TOEFL iBT 82 (Writing 21
  • PTE Academic Speaking 18
  • IELTS 6.5

Documents you’ll need

  • Certified academic transcripts and prior qualifications
  • Certified passport or identity documentation
  • English proficiency evidence if applicable
  • Research proposal
  • Letter of support from proposed supervisor

How to apply

  1. Check HDR entry requirements. Write a research proposal and find a supervisor; applications are open all year. Submit an Expression of Interest
  2. then the full application online (international applicants follow the International Applying Guide). Provide certified transcripts
  3. English evidence
  4. the proposal and a supervisor support letter. Outcome in about 6 to 8 weeks; pay fees per session and receive your eCoE. Apply for the student visa with proof of funds and arrange OSHC.

Other costs

Tuition per year$36,232 AUD
Application fee_
Deposit$65,942 AUD

Program details

Campus_
Faculty or schoolFaculty of Social Sciences, Arts, Business, Education and Law
DepartmentSchool of Social Sciences
Teaching languageEnglish
Credit value_
Study pace_
Post-study stay3 years (Temporary Graduate visa subclass 485, Post-Higher Education Work stream, doctoral degree; one-time (no repeat as primary applicant); apply in Australia within 6 months of course completion while holding or having held a Student visa in the last 6 months; age 35 or under; Temporary Graduate study requirement: CRICOS-registered qualification(s) taught in English totalling at least 2 academic years (92 CRICOS weeks), completed in Australia in no less than 16 calendar months on a visa allowing study; English: IELTS Academic/General 6.5 overall, 5.5 each band (or equivalent) within 12 months; age under 50 allowed for doctoral degrees; Indian nationals 4 years under AI-ECTA; Hong Kong/BNO up to 5 years)
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Intakes and deadlines

  • Program starts

    January 2027

    Apply by

    No deadline listed

Frequently asked questions

  • The program takes 3 years.