About the course

Studying Public Law involves students in examining both the process and product of government regulation and the underlying legal structures upon which government is built.

　　This specialisation combines comparative and multi-disciplinary perspectives in examining the design, implementation and effectiveness of regulation in Australia. The specialisation gives students the skills to develop a strong understanding of the modern regulatory state and the laws that govern its operation.

　　This specialisation allows students to choose courses that provide skills particularly suited for careers within government, regulatory agencies or private practice in public law.

　　Learning Outcomes

　　Review, analyse, and synthesise knowledge from primary and secondary legal sources to identify and provide solutions to Public Law problems.

　　Interpret and critically evaluate Public Law and its social, ethical and cultural impact on society, at a local, national, and international level. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 4 Year(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Semester 1 (February), 2024	Canberra
Semester 2 (July), 2024	Canberra

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for The Australian National University

Applicants who complete a recognised secondary senior secondary post-secondary tertiary sequence of study will be assessed on the basis of an equivalent selection rank that is calculated upon application.

　　ATAR - 97.

　　International Baccalaureate - 39.

　　IELTS - Overall score - 6.5, Reading - 6.0, Writing - 6.0, Listening - 6.0, Speaking - 6.0.

　　TOEFL IBT - Overall score - 80, Reading - 20, Writing - 20, Listening - 18, Speaking - 18.

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

　　Overall IELTS band score

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 80.0

　　

Application deadline:

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Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at The Australian National University. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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World ranking

　　67th / 1250

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