The Doctor of Philosophy (Laws) involves conducting supervised research aimed at making a significant and original contribution to your field. You will explore various research areas, including intellectual property, copyright, trade marks law, innovation and technology in legal services, artificial intelligence and law, sentencing, criminal law, commercial and corporations law, Asian law, and transnational lawyering. This rigorous academic journey will equip you with the expertise to influence and advance legal practices and scholarship.
Entry requirements for the Doctor of Philosophy (Law) vary depending on the institution but generally include completion of Year 12 with a minimum ATAR, VET pathway courses or prior experience.
If you don't meet the standard entry criteria, enquire with a course provider to discuss alternative entry pathways.
Course fees vary depending on the course provider.
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