Master of Laws
- Degree Structure - Duration
- 1–2 years full-time
120
Overview
Master of Laws
Introduction
The Master of Laws degree offers a choice of over 40 topics for specialised research.
LLM students develop in-depth expertise in particular fields of legal specialisation, broaden their knowledge in a range of legal subjects, and combine law study with related disciplines. You will get the chance to undertake research under the supervision of expert staff in Te Kaupeka Ture | Faculty of Law.
Master of Laws
Entry requirements
You must have a Bachelor of Laws degree (or equivalent) with at least a B+ Grade Point Average to enrol.
If English is your additional language, you are also required to meet UC's English language requirements.
For the full entry requirements, see the Regulations for the Master of Laws or use the admission requirements checker.
How to apply
You can apply online at myUC.
See Admission and enrolment for all information on enrolling at UC.
Master of Laws
Subjects and courses
You can either complete:
- LAWS674 Dissertation
- LAWS670 Legal Research Methods
- LAWS671 Legal Research Paper 1
- LAWS672 Legal Research Paper 2
- LAWS673 Legal Research Paper 3
OR
- LAWS690 LLM Thesis only
Note: The LLM courses pathway is currently not open to new enrolments.
Master of Laws
Master of Laws
Career opportunities
Postgraduate study can bring many career benefits eg, specialist skills and enhanced knowledge, entry into specific occupations, higher starting salary/progression rates, research capability/achievement, and evidence of high academic attainment/self-discipline.
Useful information:
- Read what other UC postgraduate students have gone on to achieve in their studies and careers in our student stories.
- Te Rōpū Rapuara | UC Careers can help you to achieve the career you want, connect with employers, or find a job.
- For research into career destinations by qualification, visit Te Pōkai Tara | Universities New Zealand website.
- Find out more about what can you do with a degree from UC.
- Come along to an upcoming information event for prospective postgraduate students.
2024 tuition fees estimate (per 120 points):
- Domestic — $7,983
- International — $40,600
2023 tuition fees estimate (per 120 points):
- Domestic — $7,938
- International — $39,000
SSL estimate (per 120 points):
- 2024 — $1,100.40
- 2023 — $992.40
Master of Laws
How do I plan my degree?
The Master of Laws may be undertaken by either:
- completing four research courses and a dissertation (LAWS674 Dissertation), or
- by thesis only (LAWS690 LLM Thesis).
Note: The LLM courses pathway is currently not open to new enrolments.
The LLM takes 1–2 years full-time, or 2–4 years part-time. You can begin studies in February or July (or start anytime if taking the thesis-only pathway).
For full requirements, see the Regulations for the Master of Laws.
