About the course

A Master of Laws will deepen your legal knowledge and legal research skills.

　　We offer a range of study options to suit your needs - you can complete the Master of Laws entirely by thesis, entirely by coursework, or through a combination of coursework and research.

　　One area of focus for our taught programme is advanced criminal law, enabling you to gain further expertise in that area. Other courses focus on human rights law, and indigenous rights and law. 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: 1 Year(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Semester 1 (February), 2024	Auckland Central
Semester 2 (July), 2024	Auckland Central
Semester 1 (February), 2025	Auckland Central
Semester 2 (July), 2025	Auckland Central
Semester 1 (February), 2026	Auckland Central
Semester 2 (July), 2026	Auckland Central

　　

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How to apply

Entry requirements for Auckland University of Technology

A Bachelor of Laws, Bachelor of Laws (Honours) or equivalent

　　In exceptional circumstances, an applicant who does not meet the requirements above but who has extensive professional or scholarly experience of an appropriate kind, may be considered for admission

　　Applicants must demonstrate to the Dean (or representative) an ability to undertake study at postgraduate level in the proposed course of study.

　　IELTS (Academic) 7.0 overall with 7.0 or higher in Writing and Reading, and 6.5 in Listening and Speaking, or equivalent. TOEFL IBT - 100.

　　

English language requirements

　　7.0

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 100.0

　　

Application deadline:

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

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