Research

School of Law Research

Our researchers work across disciplines to produce high-impact work that addresses the most important problems of our time. How do we create legal frameworks that help to reduce inequity? What governance structures are best suited to addressing complex environmental problems like climate change? How is the practice of human rights responding to new challenges from developments in technology, like Artificial Intelligence and Big Data? We work with research partners from local communities in the diverse and vibrant region of Western Sydney – and with international and transnational actors focused on conflict and human rights abuses around the world.

Associate Dean (Research)

Professor Michael Head

High-Impact Research

Want to learn more about research at the School of Law and its impact? Watch these video presentations by two of our high-impact researchers and educators, Associate Professors Liesel Spencer and Jeremy Kingsley:

Higher Degree Research

The School of Law at Western Sydney University provides a supportive and engaged higher degree research culture.

We offer two higher degrees by research:

  • Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
  • Master of Research (MRes)

Find out morehere

Associate Dean Higher Degree Research

Dr Rehan Abeyratne