Dr. Steven Vaughan

Professor

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Biography

Professor Steven Vaughan is the Dean of the Faculty of Law at Monash University and an internationally renowned legal educator and scholar. With 20 years of experience encompassing roles in industry, higher education, and as a non-executive director, he is a values-driven leader committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion in legal education. Prior to his appointment at Monash, Professor Vaughan was at University College London (UCL), where he served as Professor of Law Professional Ethics and held various leadership positions, including Vice Dean (Strategy) and Deputy Dean. His contributions to the legal field, both in the UK and abroad, are extensive, with his work influencing legal services regulators in the UK and Canada, and being a recognized voice in policy-making circles. Prominent speaker on legal issues at various international events, he has carved a niche in research dedicated to environmental law, legal education, and corporate governance. Professor Vaughan has authored and edited numerous academic publications and has a strong track record in securing external research funding. He holds a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Oxford, a Master of Sciences, and a PhD from Cardiff University.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor Law Professional Ethics

— Present

University College London • London, UK

Taught and conducted research in law, specializing in professional ethics.

Senior Lecturer

— Present

University of Birmingham • Birmingham, UK

Led courses and research initiatives in law.

Lecturer in Law

— Present

University of Bristol • Bristol, UK

Developed and delivered legal education courses.

City Solicitors’ Educational Trust Lecturer in Obligations

— Present

Cardiff University • Cardiff, UK

Instructed on obligations in legal studies.

Solicitor

— Present

Latham Watkins LLP • London, UK

Practiced corporate finance and environmental law.

Trainee Solicitor

— Present

Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer LLP • London, UK

Completed training while specializing in corporate finance.

Requirements for Monash University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:12
Reading
Required:13
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:18
Total
Required:79
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree (or equivalent) in a related field
Application Checklist
  • Academic Transcripts
  • Proof of English Proficiency
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Copy of Passport
Specialization Notes

Requirements are standardized across the Faculty of Information Technology for most Master's programs including Computer Science and Data Science.