
Our Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) and Master of Philosophy (MPhil) programs are designed for those looking to become leading experts in their field and make a significant contribution through original research under expert supervision.
Shape your future
As Australia's national law school, the ANU Law School has an enviable research profile in Australia and abroad.
Working under the supervision of some of Australia's best known legal minds, higher degree research (HDR) students enjoy a vibrant research culture, and are provided with the support, guidance and opportunity to deeply engage with law, and explore the impact and influence it has in our world.
With particular strengths in a number of key legal areas - including international law, environmental law, administrative law, constitutional law, and government and regulation - the ANU Law School offers diverse options for students seeking to undertake higher degree research.
In addition to being supervised by leading scholars - many regarded as among the best in their field - HDR students benefit from the College of Law, Governance and Policy's considerable international networks and opportunities to work closely with visitors, researchers and academics from some of the world's leading law schools.
In consultation with your supervisor, you can tailor your focus of study and make a significant contribution to research in the field of law with the potential to create positive change in society.
Interested in higher degree research at ANU Law?
Have questions about our HDR programs, research areas, potential supervisors or the application process? Get in touch with our team to discuss your research interests and explore your options.
HDR enquiries: hdr.admissions@anu.edu.au
HDR Director: Jelena Gligorijevic
Offered to students seeking an opportunity to engage in high quality, independent research, the Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) requires submission of a thesis that makes a substantial contribution to learning in the field of law.
Allowing you to gain a research degree in 12 to 24 months, the Master of Philosophy (MPhil) requires completion of a thesis that makes an original and important contribution to human knowledge, research and development.
Meet our HDR students

Mr Abdul Mu’iz Abdul Razak
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
Mr Gareth Downing
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
Mr Justin McCaul
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
Mr Michael Morison
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
Radhika Chaudhri
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
Rosemary Listing
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
Sarouche Razi
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)

