Master of Laws
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Overview
Master of Laws
Introduction
The Master of Laws degree offers a choice of over 40 topics for specialised research.
LLM (by thesis) students develop in-depth expertise in a particular field of legal specialisation, with individual supervision from one of our academic experts 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 .
How to apply
You can apply online at .
See Admission and enrolment for all information on enrolling at UC.
Master of Laws
How do I plan my degree?
The Master of Laws may be undertaken by thesis only ().
The LLM takes 1–2 years full-time, or 2–4 years part-time. You can begin studies at the start of any month.
For full requirements, see the Regulations for the Master of Laws.
Master of Laws
Subjects and courses
Your thesis should be a significant piece of research of 35,000 to 50,000 words in an area of your choosing.
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Master of Laws
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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 .
- Find out more about what can you do with a degree from UC.
- Come along to an upcoming information event for prospective postgraduate students.
