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AUD 39000

Annual Tuition Fee

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*Subject to change and other fees
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AUD 50 Waived

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18 months

Duration

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6.5

IELTS

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79

TOEFL

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50%

Min GPA

Program Overview

Our increasingly globalised world necessitates a greater understanding of international law, international relations and international dispute resolution mechanisms. Today's greatest problems and crises-including the COVID-19 pandemic, terrorism, and climate change-require international coordination rather than diverse national responses.

In Griffith's Master of International Law, you'll be equipped with the skills to understand and apply international and globalised law principles in a range of contexts. Throughout your studies, you'll explore crucial topics such as international human rights and environmental issues, cross-border negotiations, transactions and disputes, and public international law developments.

As a student of this degree, you'll build on your existing knowledge and experience to gain a competitive edge in the legal, business, civil society, government, engineering and other professions where greater skills and knowledge in the field of international and global law are required. You'll also benefit from a stellar student support team. On-campus students will learn from a campus close to the iconic Gold Coast and its stunning beaches, and benefit socially and professionally from a thriving, collegiate learning community.

Taught by experienced experts, you'll gain a world-class education in a range of subjects including:

  • International human rights law
  • International negotiations
  • International organisations law
  • International environmental law
  • International family law and litigation
  • International commercial litigation
  • International criminal law
  • Transitional justice

Under the guidance of an engaged supervisor, you may choose to explore a thesis option, enabling a deep dive into the international law topic of your passion. You'll also be able to undertake a variety of related non-law subjects, such as international relations theory, to diversify your skill set and knowledge base.


Industry and expert connections
Our expert staff have excellent contacts within international organisations such as the United Nations, international arbitral tribunals, the Hague Academy of International Law (including the Conference on Private International Law), major global law firms, the Australian government, international businesses and international civil society organisations.

Additionally, we're committed to proactively seeking and providing work-integrated learning opportunities for our students, including within international organisations, such as intergovernmental organisations and international courts, global law firms, international businesses, and civil society organisations.


Graduate outcomes
Graduates will gain a competitive advantage in a range of professional, legal and commercial employment markets through their high-level understanding of, and skills in, international, and comparative global law, principles and practice.


Global mobility
An array of inspiring overseas study opportunities, ranging from a few weeks to a year, may be available for students in this degree.

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Additional Information

Program Level Master's Degree

College/University Processing Time 14 Days

Program Format Full-Time

Program Intake

Open

Mar 2026

Closed

Mar 2025, Jul 2025

General Admission Requirement

    Academic Requirement

    • Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted for this program, students must have a Bachelor's degree.

    6.5 IELTS Score
    79 TOEFL Score Minimum Overall Score
    58 PTE Score Minimum Overall Score
    50% CGPA Minimum Overall Score

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    Tuition Fee

    The values given below are estimated figures, excluding extra charges like material fee, student activity fees, athletic fees, health care, etc., for courses. To know more, please visit the Programs page.

    Average Tuition Fee Per Year

    39000

    Tuition Fee
    (AUD)

    AUD 50 Waived

    Application Fee
    (AUD)

    29710 Per year

    Average Cost of Living
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    The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

    Check program website for more information about funding options.

    Scholarships

    International Early Acceptance Award

    We are delighted to be offering 10% credit on your first trimester's tuition fees if you are commencing in Trimester 2, 2025, and accept your offer and make payment within 14 days. This award applies to undergraduate and postgraduate coursework programs (exclusions apply).

    Award value 10% of tuition fees
    Duration Valid for your first trimester of study
    Level of study Undergraduate and postgraduate coursework programs (exclusions apply)
    Start Eligible students commencing study in Trimester 2, 2025

     

    Eligibility

    To be eligible to apply you must:

    • Be a citizen of a country other than Australia or New Zealand.
    • Be a full-time student starting in Trimester 2, 2025.
    • Accept your offer to study at Griffith and make payment within 14 days of receiving your Letter of Offer. The acceptance date for this award will be outlined in your Letter of Offer.
    • Be studying an undergraduate or postgraduate coursework program. See the Terms and Conditions below for excluded programs and cohorts.

     

    Terms and Conditions

    • Griffith University academic and English language entry requirements apply, including results of previous study and English language proficiency.
    • The award covers 10% of undergraduate or postgraduate coursework tuition fees for the first trimester of study only, for students commencing in Trimester 2, 2025.
    • Students must accept their Letter of Offer and pay their total deposit fee by the award acceptance date specified in official University communication. This award will be granted as a non-refundable credit on the student account. Should a student withdraw or cancel for any reason, the award amount is non-refundable.
    • Students who defer commencement to an intake after Trimester 2, 2025 are not eligible to receive the award.
    • If eligible, the Early Acceptance Award will apply in addition to other Griffith International student scholarships.
    • Students must be International Fee Paying to qualify for the award.
    • Excludes students enrolling in Higher Degree Research, non-award, Study Abroad Program, Masters Qualifying Program, Dental (1577, 1613, 1638, 1574, 1580, 2126, 5702, 5703, 5699), Psychology (5070, 5747, 5753), Medical (1280, 5099), Nursing and Midwifery (1162, 1354), Master of Speech Pathology (5567), Bachelor of Clinical Exercise Physiology (1604),  Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (Honours) (1662), Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Honours) (1590), English language programs at the Griffith English Language Institute, programs delivered wholly online, programs only offered part time, programs delivered onshore or offshore in collaboration with a partner organisation.
    • Students must not be Australia Award/Australian Government scholarship recipients, foreign government scholarship recipients or on a pathway package with Griffith University.

     



    The Gold Coast Student Grants program offers a $1,000 grant to help new international students settle into their new life on the Gold Coast. This grant can be used for textbooks, accommodation, or everyday expenses, easing the financial pressure of starting their journey in Australia.


    Eligibility Criteria:

    • Hold a valid student visa (subclass 500).
    • Enroll at an Experience Gold Coast Education Member Institution for at least 24 academic weeks (including packaged offers/multiple courses).
    • Be a new student with a course commencement date between 1 May–30 November 2025.
    • Submit all required documents as per the Gold Coast New Student Grants’ conditions.


    Important Dates: Applications Open: 11 February – 30 June 2025 (subject to early closure if the quota is met).
    *Please note that this grant is only available to the first 250 eligible international students. Domestic students, international students already enrolled at an Australian institution, and those currently residing in Australia are not eligible.

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