Juris Doctor - International Law in Canberra Australia | The Australian National University

International law governs relationships between nations and other global entities, influencing societies both worldwide and domestically. It provides a framework for understanding and examining global interactions and their effects on national communities.

This International Law specialization equips you with the expertise to operate within the global legal framework, offering diverse elective courses—many involving extensive research papers—to explore specific interests.

Designed for adaptability, this program lets you select courses that align with your professional background or explore new areas. Whether you're in private practice, an NGO, government service, or preparing for future legal careers, this specialization provides versatile, comprehensive knowledge for students from various backgrounds.

Learning Outcomes
analyze intricate international legal issues, theories, and develop context-specific solutions.
conduct legal research, writing, and address complex cross-border legal challenges across international topics.
produce scholarly work on international law practice and theory, including advanced research in the field.