Master of Laws

Singapore, Central Singapore, Singapore•QS 2027 #411 =

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Master of Laws is a master's degree in Law programme taught at Singapore Management University in Singapore, Singapore. The programme runs for 12 months. Tuition for international students is SGD 39,240 per total (SGD 39,240 per total for local students).

At a glance

Degree: Master's Degree

Field: Law

Duration: 12 months

Local tuition: SGD 39,240 / total

International tuition: SGD 39,240 / total

Last checked October 2026 · Source: masters.smu.edu.sg ·

Program details

Overview

The Master of Laws at SMU widens students' legal knowledge in established and emerging areas of law, while building skills for advising on cross-border transactions or working in adjudication and judicial administration. Four tracks are available. Seminars are small and interactive, and the School of Law maintains close links with the legal community, an alumni network and a careers team. The programme is based in Singapore's central business district, near law firms and banks, in a city that serves as a legal and financial hub for Asia. Study takes 12 months full-time or 24 months part-time. The tuition fee is S$39,240 including GST, with the August 2027 fees described as indicative and subject to revision, and applications for that intake close on 31 May 2027 at 23:59.

Requirements

Admission Requirements: Not yet summarised here; see the official programme page.

Application Details

Start Date: August 2027

Application Deadline: 31 May 2027, 23:59

About Singapore Management University

Type: University

Control: Public

Campus setting: Urban

Founded: 2000

Students: 9,697

QS rank: #411 =

Programs: 59

Location: Singapore, Central Singapore, Singapore

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Frequently asked questions

What degree does Master of Laws award?

Singapore Management University awards a Master's Degree in the field of Law on completion of this programme.

How long does Master of Laws take?

The programme runs for 12 months.

How much does Master of Laws cost?

Tuition for international students is SGD 39,240 per total (SGD 39,240 per total for local students).

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