Bachelor of Laws (Honours) LLB(Hons)
Law
A course by
University of Auckland
Gives high-achieving LLB students the opportunity to dig deeper into an area of law and to hone their research and dissertation writing skills. Includes a full-year honours seminar course and a dissertation in addition to core LLB requirements.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
City, Auckland
It will take a total of 4 years
Core skills this course teaches
Research and analytical skills
Ability to conduct advanced legal research and critically analyse legal issues.
Dissertation writing
Development of skills to write a substantial legal dissertation demonstrating scholarly rigour.
Advanced knowledge of law
In-depth understanding of specialized areas within law beyond standard LLB studies.
What You're Signing Up For
The Bachelor of Laws (Honours) programme is designed for high-achieving LLB students with a GPA of B+ or higher to deepen their legal knowledge and research skills. It involves completing the LLB degree with an additional 20-point Honours Seminar Course and a 40-point dissertation, requiring an extra semester of study. The programme requires maintaining a B+ average and completion concurrent with the LLB. Conjoint degree options are available, allowing students to pursue two undergraduate degrees simultaneously. Graduates develop skills in legal research, writing and analysis, preparing for careers in law firms, public service, academia, and further postgraduate study.
Course Content
- LLB Parts I and II completion and GPA eligibility requirements
- Concurrent completion of LLB and LLB(Hons) programme
- 20-point Honours Seminar Course
- 40-point Dissertation
- Maintenance of B+ average throughout the programme
- Conjoint degree options available with other bachelor's degrees
- Programme structure requiring a minimum of nine semesters for standalone or eleven for conjoint
- Honours programme entry timeline and application process
What you need to know first
Completion of LLB Parts I and II
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Legal Services
Government
Education
Consulting
Future employment opportunities might be
Barrister
Solicitor
Legal counsel