Macquarie University

Course Details

Master of International Law, Governance and Public Policy

Course Description

This is a unique Australian program which promotes comprehensive knowledge of relevant legal, governance and policy issues in context, providing a broad, interdisciplinary understanding of these areas. It is an academic program for domestic and international law and non-law graduates seeking to extend their knowledge of international law, human rights, and governance and policy in both, public and private domains. Units available for study within the program will enable you to achieve a global and holistic understanding of international law, governance and policy. Key benefits Learn about the broader context within which law reform and policy are developed, implemented and evaluated at domestic and international levels. Develop an understanding of the contemporary challenges to promoting objectives in social justice, human rights, corporate responsibility, effective governance, democracy, the rule of law and sustainable development in a global setting. Opportunity to undertake independent research and engage in self-directed learning so you can develop new and creative solutions to legal, governance and policy challenges.

Course Duration

NumberDuration
1year

Career outcomes

Career Opportunities advocate and corporate social responsibility manager corporate governance officer foreign affairs adviser government and public sector consultant international development consultant media and communication specialist policy developer researcher

Master of International Law, Governance and Public Policy Macquarie University