Masters of International Commercial Law / Commerce
Overview
Develop specialist knowledge and an array of new skills with this dual master's degree created for law and non-law graduates seeking opportunities in international commerce and global trade.
The Master of International Commercial Law/Master of Commerce is a speciality degree which will provide you with exceptional qualifications in two fields that will open up many international career paths.
This dual master's program allows you to integrate commerce-related disciplinary knowledge with the theory and practice of commercial law, so you develop a thorough understanding of how the law shapes international commercial interactions of all kinds.
During study, you'll undertake a range of commercially related law courses carefully created and selected to be relevant to non-lawyers while still of interest and benefit to lawyers. You'll also focus on the core concepts of finance, accounting and information systems, and be encouraged to consider ethical behaviour in commerce and corporate social responsibility.
Program highlights
- Move to the next level of your career by gaining a greater understanding of law in an international context, while learning about the key concepts of modern commerce.
- Build your theoretical and technical abilities while advancing your management skills to gain qualifications recognised by employers worldwide.
- Benefit from UQ's long held reputation in law, commerce and research, and the achievements of its academic staff, many considered the most innovative educators in Australia.
Fields of study
Tailor your studies to suit your goals. This program offers these options:
- Applied Finance
- Information Systems
- Professional Accounting
How you'll learn
Your learning experiences are designed to best suit the learning outcomes of the courses you choose.
- Lectures
- Tutorials
- Work placements
- Research experience
- Seminars
- Workshops
What you'll study
At UQ, degrees are called 'programs' and subjects are called 'courses'.
Graduate salary
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Professional memberships
When you graduate, you may be eligible for memberships with the following professional organisations. Contact the organisation to find out how to become a member.
- Australasian Institute of Banking and Finance
- Chartered Accountants Australia & New Zealand
- Chartered Secretaries Australia Limited
- Certified Practising Accountants Australia
“I specifically applied to UQ because I wanted to undertake a master focused on international commercial law. UQ impressed me with its concern about mental health. I believe that students thrive in an environment where there is academic and life balance.”
Mayumi Hattori MartinsCurrent student, Master of International Commercial Law
“The best part about the Master of Commerce is its flexibility and the courses offered to either specialise in one particular field... or go for a dual major, learning various subjects you choose to make the most of your degree.”
Sunidhi Singh ChauhanGraduate, Master of Commerce
“I specifically applied to UQ because I wanted to undertake a master focused on international commercial law. UQ impressed me with its concern about mental health. I believe that students thrive in an environment where there is academic and life balance.”
Mayumi Hattori MartinsCurrent student, Master of International Commercial Law
“The best part about the Master of Commerce is its flexibility and the courses offered to either specialise in one particular field... or go for a dual major, learning various subjects you choose to make the most of your degree.”
Sunidhi Singh ChauhanGraduate, Master of Commerce
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Entry requirements
Prerequisites
Prerequisites
English language requirements
IELTS overall 6.5; reading 6; writing 6; speaking 6; listening 6. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ
TOEFL IBT - Overall 87, listening 19, reading 19, writing 21 and speaking 19.
TOEFL PB - Overall 570, listening 54, reading 54, writing 59/5.
Pearsons - Overall Score of 64 and 60 in all sub bands.
BE - A minimum overall grade of 4 plus a minimum grade of C in all macro skills.
CES - Overall 176 and 169 in all sub bands.
OET is not accepted.
There are other ways to meet the English language requirements. For some programs, additional conditions apply.
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Student visas
International students who are accepted into full-time study in the Masters of International Commercial Law / Commerce are eligible to apply for an Australian student visa (subclass 500).
There are a number of requirements you must satisfy before a visa is granted, including the genuine temporary entrant (GTE) requirement.
Fields of study
Fields of study
Tailor your studies to suit your goals. This program offers these options:
Applied Finance
You'll also develop a strong understanding of factors that influence financial decision-making in the global market. These newfound skills will be highly sought after, and your capabilities for strong financial management will help your organisation increase profitability and sustainability. Many graduates enjoy careers as investment banking analysts and managers in financial institutions and government regulatory agencies, while others establish their own businesses.
Information Systems
Future leaders must have an in-depth understanding of how to use data to inform their decision-making. The information systems field of study facilitates the development of advanced skills that enable students to conduct business analytics activities and advise on organisational information requirements and information systems strategy. It provides a broad knowledge of business technologies and their impacts to develop well-rounded information systems professionals. This field is accredited by the Australian Computer Society.
Professional Accounting
This specialisation is suitable if you want to change careers or gain formal accounting qualifications that are recognised by industry, and it's not necessary to have any prior accounting qualifications. By completing the relevant courses, you can achieve the necessary prerequisites for associate membership of the key Australian accounting professional bodies: Certified Practising Accountants Australia (CPA) and Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CAANZ). Careers include financial accounting, auditing, corporate accounting, managerial accounting and control.
Fields of study
Tailor your studies to suit your goals. This program offers these options:
Applied Finance
You'll also develop a strong understanding of factors that influence financial decision-making in the global market. These newfound skills will be highly sought after, and your capabilities for strong financial management will help your organisation increase profitability and sustainability. Many graduates enjoy careers as investment banking analysts and managers in financial institutions and government regulatory agencies, while others establish their own businesses.
Information Systems
Future leaders must have an in-depth understanding of how to use data to inform their decision-making. The information systems field of study facilitates the development of advanced skills that enable students to conduct business analytics activities and advise on organisational information requirements and information systems strategy. It provides a broad knowledge of business technologies and their impacts to develop well-rounded information systems professionals. This field is accredited by the Australian Computer Society.
Professional Accounting
This specialisation is suitable if you want to change careers or gain formal accounting qualifications that are recognised by industry, and it's not necessary to have any prior accounting qualifications. By completing the relevant courses, you can achieve the necessary prerequisites for associate membership of the key Australian accounting professional bodies: Certified Practising Accountants Australia (CPA) and Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CAANZ). Careers include financial accounting, auditing, corporate accounting, managerial accounting and control.
Fees and Scholarships
Indicative annual fee
AUD $44,736
Indicative annual fee 2022
This indicative annual fee is the cost of enrolling in the Masters of International Commercial Law / Commerce for the 2022 academic year. It is calculated based on a standard full-time study load (16 units per academic year).
If you enrol in a larger or smaller study load, your fees will be calculated on a proportionate basis. All fees are reviewed annually.
AUD $36,160
Indicative annual fee 2021
Fee information for 2022 is not yet available. Fee information displayed is for 2021.
This indicative annual fee is the average cost of enrolling in the Masters of International Commercial Law / Commerce at 2022 fee rates. It is calculated based on a standard full-time study load (16 units per academic year).
The average fee would be less for part-time study. Actual fees will vary according to your choice of courses, their unit value and the time you take to complete this program. Fees may be higher in later years as all fees are reviewed annually.
Government assistance
Financial aid
As an international student, you might be eligible for financial aid – either from your home country, or from the Australian Government.
FEE-HELP
Domestic students who are accepted into the Masters of International Commercial Law / Commerce pay tuition fees.
FEE-HELP is an Australian Government loan scheme to assist eligible students with the cost of their tuition fees.
Centrelink support
The Australian Government offers a number of income-support payments to eligible Australian university students.
Scholarships
Make your university experience more affordable with a scholarship. Opportunities include:
Scholarships
Make your university experience more affordable with a scholarship. Opportunities include:
How to apply
Applying online
All international applications should be submitted to UQ. If you prefer, you can use an approved UQ agent in your country.
The program code for the Masters of International Commercial Law / Commerce is 5696.
Find out more about applying for postgraduate coursework study
Applying online
All domestic applications should be submitted to UQ.
The program code for the Masters of International Commercial Law / Commerce is 5696.
Find out more about applying for postgraduate coursework study
Important dates
The closing date for this program is:
To learn more about UQ dates, including semester start dates, view the Academic Calendar.
Important dates
The closing date for this program is:
To learn more about UQ dates, including semester start dates, view the Academic Calendar.
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