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20 PhD programmes in Law in Australia

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Law

The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Law at the University of Wollongong is an advanced postgraduate research degree that develops research skills and provides high achieving candidates with the opportunity to conduct in-depth research in their chosen field of research.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
4 years$26,557/yr

Juris Doctor

Designed for non-law graduates or those with an international legal qualification, the Juris Doctor degree programme delivered by the University of Technology Sydney (UTS) is your passport to an impactful career in law and other associated careers. Studying with Sydney’s premier provider of JD education means you’ll receive a strong legal foundation from a world-class provider.

Ph. D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$37,487/yr

Law

As a doctoral research Law degree candidate at Curtin University, you will uncover new knowledge either by the discovery of new facts, the formulation of theories or the innovative reinterpretation of known data and established ideas. 

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
4 years$26,121/yr
Flinders University4,1(48)
Adelaide, Australia Top 2% in Worldwide

Law

Undertake a PhD in Law at Flinders University. Understand the legal issues of today to influence change and impact lives in the future by undertaking independent research in an area of law that can make a difference. 

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
4 years$27,341/yr
University of Newcastle4,1(13)
Newcastle, Australia Top 2% in Worldwide

Juris Doctor

The Juris Doctor programme from University of Newcastle is accredited to provide all the academic and practical training required to qualify as a lawyer. We guarantee to arrange your required supervised workplace placement, meaning that after you graduate there will be no further supervision or training required before you can apply to be admitted to start practising law.

Ph. D. Full-time On-campus
3 years$28,984/yr
Deakin University 4,3(27)
Geelong, Australia +2 Top 1% in Worldwide

Law

This Law programme at Deakin University  is designed to prepare PhD students for successful careers in academia, industry, or government.    

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
4 years$23,394/yr
Swinburne University of Technology4,5(23)
Melbourne, Australia Top 1% in Worldwide

Law

As a Doctor of Philosophy in Law candidate at Swinburne University of Technology, you'll undertake supervised research with the aim of making a significant and original contribution to a discipline or profession.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$28,991/yr
Queensland University of Technology4,2(21)
Brisbane, Australia Top 1% in Worldwide

Doctor of Philosophy (Hosted by Business and Law Faculty)

Candidates from Doctor of Philosophy (Hosted by Business and Law Faculty) program at Queensland University of Technology work closely with their supervisory team to meet collegially reviewed milestones leading to timely submission of a thesis for examination. 

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
4 years$26,982/yr
University of New South Wales4,3(35)
Canberra, Australia Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Taxation and Business Law

The aim of the Taxation and Business Law at the University of New South Wales is to train you with the skills to identify, analyse and solve problems using original academic research in this field.  

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
4 years$23,767/yr
University of Melbourne4,1(115)
Melbourne, Australia Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Law

The Law School at University of Melbourne aims to admit outstanding graduates from a wide variety of countries and to provide them with a world class experience in undertaking a graduate research degree.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
4 years$36,580/yr
Monash University4,2(127)
Clayton, Australia Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Law

A PhD in Law at Monash University takes the form of the Monash Doctoral Program – a PhD for the 21st century. At the core of the program is an extensive, independent research project on an agreed chosen topic, supported by at least two expert academic supervisors.  

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$35,593/yr
Bond University3,7(23)
Gold Coast, Australia Top 5% in Worldwide

Legal Science (Research)

The Doctor of Legal Science (Research) from Bond University is an industry-focused program which combines course and thesis work in an area of interest. 

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
4 years$30,484/yr
RMIT University4,0(139)
Melbourne, Australia Top 1% in Worldwide

Law

In this Law program at RMIT University you will develop advanced research skills that will prepare you for a career in academia and other settings in which systematic and critical analytical skills are required.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$27,556/yr
The University of Sydney3,9(64)
Sydney, Australia Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Law

The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) at the University of Sydney Law School equips you for careers in advanced research, policy development, public service, tertiary teaching or professional leadership.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$41,908/yr
Australian National University3,8(58)
Canberra, Australia Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Juris Doctor

A student at Australian National University admitted to a Juris Doctor program for a coursework award must enrol in the courses, sequences of courses, or combinations of courses, that the University determines may be included in the program for the year in which the student is admitted to the program.

Ph. D. Full-time On-campus
3 years$44,807/yr
Australian National University3,8(58)
Canberra, Australia Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Law

We offer exceptional Law research degrees at the Australian National University. The Australian National University provides PhD students with a vibrant research community and outstanding program support. 

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
4 years$38,112/yr
University of New South Wales4,3(35)
Paddington, Australia Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Juris Doctor

Study the University of New South Wales Juris Doctor to develop your legal knowledge in a challenging and dynamic learning environment under the guidance of the 13th best law faculty in the world.

Ph. D. Full-time +2 On-campus +2
3 years$43,415/yr
Flinders University4,1(48)
Adelaide, Australia Top 2% in Worldwide

Doctor of Laws

The higher doctorate is the highest qualification awarded by the University. This Doctor of Laws is offered at the Flinders University will help you understand the legal issues of today to influence change and impact lives in the future by undertaking independent research in an area of law that can make a difference

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
4 years$27,341/yr
Australian National University3,8(58)
Canberra, Australia Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Doctor of Laws

ANU ranks among the world's very finest universities. We offer a Doctor of Laws at Australian National University.

Ph. D. Full-time On-campus
Tuition not available
The University of Western Australia4,3(58)
Perth, Australia Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Juris Doctor

A successful career in a demanding profession requires comprehensive training. The Juris Doctor programme from The University of Western Australia gives you the knowledge and skills necessary to become the lawyer you want to be and a lawyer the world needs.  

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$40,975/yr

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