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Master of Environmental Law

Learning outcomes

Graduates of the Master of Environmental Law draw on broad interdisciplinary knowledge and sound understanding of legal subject matter and contexts to undertake rigorous research tasks and actively engage diverse audiences with comprehensive insights to facilitate informed decision-making and policy development.

By completing the Master of Environmental Law, graduates will:

No. Learning outcome
1 Evaluate and apply deep interdisciplinary knowledge in all areas of environmental law, while adapting to changes in professional practice and scholarship.
2 Employ research principles and methods in environmental law and policy, executing substantial research-based projects using digital resources, tools, and strategies.
3 Exercise expert judgement in critically analysing complex interdisciplinary environmental problems at both domestic and international levels.
4 Integrate scientific, economic, cultural, and legal perspectives to define, analyse, and address complex environmental challenges while articulating objective or persuasive conclusions using outstanding written and oral communication methods for diverse audiences.
5 Collaborate effectively with an understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples’ knowledges and perspectives, including the ongoing effects of colonisation, and demonstrate a heightened ability to critically reflect upon the cultural specificity of law.
6 Exhibit personal autonomy, accountability, and adherence to cultural, ethical, and academic standards.
7 Innovate in the development of research-based projects, aiming for publication in peer- reviewed articles.

Graduate Diploma in Environmental Law

Learning outcomes

By completing the Graduate Diploma in Environmental Law, graduates will:

No. Learning outcome
1 Evaluate interdisciplinary knowledge in all facets of environmental law and apply this effectively, adapting to developments in professional practice and scholarship.
2 Utilise research principles in environmental law and policy, culminating in the execution of substantial research-based projects using digital tools and strategies.
3 Critically analyse complex interdisciplinary environmental issues at both the domestic and international scale, incorporating scientific, economic, cultural, and legal perspectives.
4 Convey objective or persuasive conclusions on environmental matters through exemplary written and oral methods to varied audiences, ensuring personal autonomy, accountability, and adherence to cultural, ethical, and academic standards.
5 Collaborate effectively with an understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples’ knowledges and perspectives, including the ongoing effects of colonisation, and demonstrate a heightened ability to critically reflect upon the cultural specificity of law.
6 Innovate in the conception and development of research-based projects targeting publication in peer-reviewed avenues.