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Master of Laws (LLM)
Law
A course by
University of Auckland
Advance your legal career with New Zealand’s largest range of postgraduate law courses at the country’s top-ranked law school. The LLM is designed for law graduates, offering flexible study options that let you upskill, specialise, or undertake in-depth research.
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Core skills this course teaches
Develop advanced legal expertise
Gain in-depth knowledge and understanding of complex legal concepts and contemporary issues within your areas of specialisation.
Undertake independent legal research
Conduct significant legal research, resulting in a dissertation, thesis, or supervised research project, and demonstrate strong research methodology skills.
About This Course
The Master of Laws (LLM) at the University of Auckland is tailored exclusively for law degree holders looking to advance, specialise, or focus their careers. The programme offers an extensive choice of over 30 taught courses across multiple legal disciplines, alongside flexible options for full-time or part-time study. Students can design their LLM by coursework, research, or a combination of both, with specialisation available in areas such as Corporate and Commercial Law, Environmental Law, Human Rights Law, International Law, Litigation and Dispute Resolution, or Public Law. Flexible class times (evenings, intensive blocks) and cross-disciplinary study options (up to 30 points from other faculties) support working professionals. The programme develops advanced legal analysis and research skills, enabling progression to roles in legal practice, research, public policy, or further study.
Course Content
- Advanced legal research methodology
- Elective taught courses in specialised areas of law (over 30 options)
- Dissertation and supervised research options
- 120-point thesis for research masters
- Specialisation options: Corporate and Commercial Law, Environmental Law, Human Rights Law, International Law, Litigation and Dispute Resolution, Public Law
- Cross-disciplinary study (up to 30 points from other faculties)
- Policy-oriented legal analysis
Entry Requirements
Bachelor of Laws (LLB) or equivalent law degree
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