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Master of Research
Higher Education Leadership Institute
- Melbourne, Australia
- 2 years
- English
- On campus
- Master
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 (0 year): 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
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent with a credit average (above 65 percent) GPA
- Credit average (above 65 percent) in the bachelor degree.
Accepted academic background
Bachelor's degree or equivalent with a credit average (above 65 percent) GPA.
Language tests
- IELTS 6.5
- TOEFL iBT 79
- PTE Academic 58
- Cambridge 176
Documents you’ll need
- Academic Transcripts.
How to apply
- Check the entry requirements and English tests on the course page. Apply online through the Apply Now button on the course page (student application portal). No application fee is published. Upload certified copies of academic transcripts
- Proof of age
- English evidence and a Genuine Student Statement. Receive the Letter of Offer and Written Agreement
- Then sign and return it. Pay Overseas Student Health Cover for the full visa length. HELI then issues the eCoE for the student visa.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $35,400 AUD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $100 AUD |
| Deposit | $1,000 AUD |
Program details
| Campus | Melbourne (Docklands) |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | _ |
| Department | _ |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 96 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 0 year |
| Scholarship note | Global Achievement, Future Leaders and Diversity and Success scholarships (up to 34-36 percent off 2026 fees), 2027 not yet published (https://www.heli.edu.au/scholarship/) |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
February 2027
Apply by
15 Nov 2026
1 day leftProgram starts
June 2027
Apply by
15 Mar 2027
121 days leftProgram starts
September 2027
Apply by
15 Jun 2027
213 days left
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 2 years.
The next deadline is 15 Nov 2026. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $35,400 AUD per year. The application fee is $100 AUD. The deposit is $1,000 AUD. The estimated living cost is $29,710 AUD.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 79, PTE Academic 58, Cambridge 176.

