News and events
Discover our research
The latest research, projects and publications from Melbourne Law School.
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Supporting Traditional Owners to win water rights
In 2020 the Victorian State government returned 2 billion litres of water to the Gunaikurnai Land and Waters Aboriginal Corporation (GLaWAC), reflecting outcomes of the Cultural Water for Cultural Economies project led by Dr Erin O’Donnell and Professor Lee Godden.
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Professor Jacqueline Peel
Professor Jacqueline Peel is an internationally-recognised expert in the field of environmental and climate change law and is the Director of Melbourne Climate Futures.
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Melbourne Climate Futures
Melbourne Climate Futures harnesses the University’s diverse institutional expertise towards the goal of reaching net zero emissions and maintaining a safe operating climate for the planet.
MLS Indigenous
Learn more about Melbourne Law School’s commitment to building and supporting just relations between Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and the state and between their respective laws, legal traditions and jurisprudence.
Information for Future Students
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The Melbourne JD
The Melbourne JD (Juris Doctor) leads to admission to the legal profession in all Australian jurisdictions and can also be used as a basis for seeking admission in many jurisdictions overseas.
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Melbourne Law Masters
The Melbourne Law Masters is an internationally recognised program offering a suite of broad and specialist courses for students from law and non-law backgrounds.
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Graduate Research Degrees
Our Research Degrees provide an opportunity to pursue your research topics under the supervision of our academics who are leaders in their fields.
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Breadth
Undergraduate students can explore the exciting and challenging world of law, the legal system and legal thinking. Law breadth subjects are popular with students considering the Melbourne JD.
Melbourne Law School is a leader and innovator in legal education, and a vibrant place of learning that values ideas, excellence and intellectual exchange.
Information for Future Students
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The Melbourne JD
The Melbourne JD (Juris Doctor) leads to admission to the legal profession in all Australian jurisdictions and can also be used as a basis for seeking admission in many jurisdictions overseas.
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Melbourne Law Masters
The Melbourne Law Masters is an internationally recognised program offering a suite of broad and specialist courses for students from law and non-law backgrounds.
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Graduate Research Degrees
Our Research Degrees provide an opportunity to pursue your research topics under the supervision of our academics who are leaders in their fields.
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Breadth
Undergraduate students can explore the exciting and challenging world of law, the legal system and legal thinking. Law breadth subjects are popular with students considering the Melbourne JD.
Current students
Melbourne Law School provides a range of services and ongoing support to enhance your learning experience.
You can study single subjects
You can study a single subject to give you deep knowledge on a specific topic.
Law in the time of COVID-19
MLS experts are responding to the legal, ethical and policy challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Technology, Innovation, Design and the Law
Melbourne Law School balances important elements of traditional legal teaching with new offerings that equip graduates with the technical skills to thrive in the changing world of work.
Continuing Professional Development
Melbourne Law School offers a range of opportunities for Continuing Professional Development.
Melbourne Law School is committed to producing a diverse range of research. Collaborative and interdisciplinary research projects are undertaken by individuals and through our Research Centres.
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Research Activities
Melbourne Law School hosts a range of research activities.
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Centres & Institutes
Melbourne Law School is host to a number of research centres and institutes, specialising in a wide variety of legal fields.
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Research Programs
Melbourne Law School research programs continue to maximize the effectiveness of faculty research and scholarly endeavours.
Alumni and friends of Melbourne Law School play a critical part in supporting and enriching the life of our community. The international MLS alumni network comprises more than 20,000 graduates, spanning 103 countries. Wherever you are in the world, you can stay connected, get involved and keep informed of what is going on at the School and with your fellow alumni.
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Alumni and Community
Discover MLS's Global Alumni Network, read profiles of our alumni and their accomplishments and find out how you can stay connected.
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Benefits and Services
Take advantage of a range of alumni benefits and services wherever you are.
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Get Involved
Volunteer your time and expertise to help strengthen our School and global community.
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Giving to MLS
Invest in the future of MLS and our students through philanthropic giving.
MLS Mentor Program
The MLS Mentor Program matches Juris Doctor (JD) and international Melbourne Law Masters (MLM) students with experienced law professionals. The program is designed to motivate and encourage students and, provide them with a sense of direction for their career paths.
Alumni profiles and accomplishments
Find out how our remarkably vibrant and diverse community of alumni are making a difference in the world.
MLS News
MLS News is a biannual magazine that brings you news and features on the latest legal issues, cutting-edge legal research, and profiles of alumni and the people at the heart of Melbourne Law School. It is mailed twice a year to all Melbourne Law School alumni, faculty and friends.
Alumni online
Visit the University of Melbourne Online Alumni Community. Alumni can register their personal profile, update contact details, set up email forwarding and take advantage of a range of University-wide resources.
Melbourne Law School building tour
Take a look around the law school with two current students and check out some of the key spaces that our students and staff use.
Latest Videos
The Ann O'Connell Distinguished Tax Lecture 2021: Taxing the Digital Economy
Watch the inaugural Ann O'Connell Distinguished Tax Lecture, delivered online by David Bradbury.
2021 James Merralls Visiting Fellowship in Law Lecture
Watch the 2021 James Merralls Visiting Fellowship in Law Lecture, presented by Professor Douglas Arner, Kerry Holdings Professor at the University of Hong Kong.
International Women's Day 2021: In conversation with the Hon Jill Hennessy MP
In celebration of International Women’s Day, Professor Pip Nicholson was joined by former Victorian Attorney-General and Minister for Workplace Safety, the Hon Jill Hennessy MP.
Animals, Ethics and Technology: Towards digital rights for animals
In a digital world, the design and deployment of technologies must be carefully considered. While many experts around the world work to ensure ethical human engagement, it is important to also think about the role technology plays with animals.
HLEN Monthly Lunch Time Seminar
Watch the Health Law and Ethics Network monthly lunch time seminar from 1 June 2021, presented by Professor Julian Savulescu and Dr Christopher Gyngell.
Sexual assault in the legal sector: In conversation with The Hon Kenneth Hayne ACQC and Thea Stephenson
Watch the Hon Kenneth Hayne AC QC and Ms Thea Stephenson discuss how individuals and institutions can take steps to reduce sexual harassment in the legal sector.
The Role of the Ombudsman: A New Age of Human Rights?
In this seminar, the Victorian Ombudsman, Ms Deborah Glass, discusses the mandate and powers of the Ombudsman to ‘promote fairness, integrity and respect for human rights’ by government in Victoria.
The Reasonable Robot: Artificial Intelligence and the Law
Watch internationally renowned Professor Ryan Abbott in discussion Professor Jeannie Marie Paterson, co-director of CAIDE, about the intersection of AI, law and fairness.
CELRL Labour Law Seminar
Watch the Centre for Employment and Labour Relations seminar was from 8 June 2021, presented by Paul O'Grady QC.
Contract Design and Automation
Honorary Senior Fellow Verity White talks about the new subject Contract Design and Automation at Melbourne Law School.
The Melbourne JD
Hear what our students have to say about studying the Melbourne JD.
Melbourne Law Masters
Hear what makes the Melbourne Law Masters program so unique.
Playlists
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Student experience
Learn more about what makes the MLS student experience unique.
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Our researchers and experts
See what MLS researchers and experts have to say about their areas of legal scholarship.
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Law and COVID-19
Find out how MLS experts are responding to the legal, ethical and policy challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Podcasts
Irma Hidayana - COVID-19 and Data Transparency
In July 2020, Indonesia recorded its highest daily numbers of new coronavirus cases, making it the epicentre of the global pandemic, ahead of India and Brazil. The daily peak of 55,000 cases in mid-July, though shocking, only represented cases confirmed by PCR testing and reported by the government in its national tally.
Melbourne Law School's vibrant and active community comprises expert and award-winning teaching staff, a strong alumni network, dedicated mentors, visiting scholars from across the globe, leading research centres and institutions, as well as our partner international organisations.
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MLS at a Glance
Find out about the Melbourne Law School's rankings, global outlook and key statistics.
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History
Read about the history of Melbourne Law School.
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Academic Staff
View detailed profiles of all academic staff members.
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Visitors
Learn about visiting lecturers, Judge in Residence and Visiting Scholars Program.
Dean's Welcome
Read the welcome message from Professor Pip Nicholson, Dean of Melbourne Law School.
Governance
Learn about Melbourne Law School's structure and governance arrangements.
Partnership
Melbourne Law School is also a key partner in the Melbourne School of Government, which provides an interdisciplinary approach to the provision of outstanding teaching and research on issues of critical importance to public policy for Australia and our region.
