About the course

The Doctor of Laws (LLD) degree is a higher doctorate and one of the University's most prestigious qualifications. It is awarded only to individuals who have published original contributions of special excellence in the history, philosophy, exposition or criticism of law. It is expected that an applicant will either be an Otago graduate or have had some formal association with the University.

　　There is no requirement for coursework or a supervised piece of original research. Rather, an intending candidate must lodge a formal application that includes books published by major companies, papers published in peer reviewed serials and, if approved by the Senate, unpublished reports. Copies of the submitted work will be sent to subject experts of national and international eminence for examination. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 3 Year(s)Fees: NZ$23,427

Intake	Location
Semester 1 (February), 2023	Dunedin
Semester 2 (July), 2023	Dunedin
Open intake available until (December), 2023	Dunedin
Open intake available until (December), 2024	Dunedin
Open intake available until (December), 2025	Dunedin
Open intake available until (December), 2026	Dunedin

　　

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How to apply

Entry requirements for The University of Otago

High school results are not necessary.

　　Entrance requirements for postgraduate study vary by programme with most requiring a minimum bachelor-level qualification in the same field, and some having additional requirements such as relevant work experience and/or professional registration in New Zealand. A postgraduate certificate or postgraduate diploma can usually be taken at any time after the completion of your bachelor's degree. If you hold an honours degree or postgraduate diploma you may be able to eligible for master’s study by thesis only. In some cases if you hold a bachelor’s degree you may apply for a coursework master’s degree or for master’s study by coursework and thesis. To study a PhD you usually require the completion of a master’s degree, or a first-class or upper second-class honours degree in the same area of study, or a related discipline, as your intended area of research.

　　Internet-based TOEFL of 102 or better with a minimum of 24 in each section, or Paper-based TOEFL of 600 or better with a TWE (Test of Written English) of 5.0 or better, or IELTS (Academic) of 7.5 overall with a minimum of 7 in each band

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 90.0

　　

Application deadline:

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Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at The University of Otago. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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