The University of Melbourne

Master of Construction Law

The University of Melbourne

Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Postgraduate
CRICOS: 00116K

The Master of Construction Law (MConstrLaw) gives construction lawyers and professionals in building, construction, engineering and associated industries the legal knowledge to take the next step in their careers. Its available for both law and non-law graduates and the flexible structure makes it ideal for working professionals looking to immerse themselves in the study of construction law. Working with lecturers who are leaders in their fields, and fellow students from Australia and around the world, youll have a unique opportunity to gain advanced understanding of construction law and its interaction with the commerce and practice of the industry.

Structure

Students must complete 100 credit points in total.

Subjects

  • Construction Law
  • Principles of Construction Law
  • Construction Contract Analysis, Drafting
  • Construction Risk
  • Payment Matters in Construction Projects
  • Remedies in the Construction Context
  • Rethinking Construction Contracting Risk
  • Clean Energy Projects Law and Regulation
  • Law of Construction Delay and Disruption
  • Major Project Delivery: Legal Interfaces
  • Managing Legal Risk in Construction
  • Planning and Building Sustainable Cities
  • Public Private Partnerships Law
  • Residential Construction Law
  • Construction Law and Projects in Asia
  • Global Perspectives on Construction Law
  • International Construction Law
  • Avoid and Manage Construction Disputes
  • Construction Dispute Resolution
  • Advanced Construction Law

Standard entry requirements

  • A degree in law (LLB, JD or equivalent) leading to admission to practice with a University of Melbourne equivalent score of at least 70, OR
  • A degree in law (LLB, JD or equivalent) leading to admission to practice, or equivalent and two years of documented relevant professional experience, OR
  • An undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline and two years of documented relevant professional experience, OR
  • An undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline and
  • Successful completion of four subjects in a cognate graduate diploma and one year of documented relevant professional experience.

Study information

CampusFeesEntryMid year intakeAttendance
Parkville International: $56,000 No
  • Full-time : 1 year
Parkville Domestic: $46,976
No
  • Full-time : 1 year
  • Part-time : 2 years

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