Bachelor's
Bachelor of Laws – UAn
Course Overview
The Bachelor of Laws at the University of Auckland provides comprehensive legal education covering constitutional law, contract law, criminal law, torts, public law, property law, equity, commercial law, and legal research. Students develop legal reasoning, advocacy, negotiation, and analytical skills through case analysis, mooting, and practical legal training.
The programme emphasises ethical practice, justice, and critical interpretation of legislation and legal systems. Graduates are prepared for professional legal practice, judicial services, corporate law, government, policy development, and further legal specialisation.
Entry Requirements
- Admission based on competitive performance in first-year conjoint or Part I law courses (GPA thresholds)
- Meeting general University Entrance standards if entering directly into intermediate study tracks
- Rigorous English language proficiency requirement (IELTS 7.0 overall or equivalent standard)
- Submission of university transcripts demonstrating high academic aptitude in core legal papers
- Compliance with character and suitability requirements stipulated by the New Zealand Law Society
Career Outcomes
- Barrister or Solicitor
- In-house Legal Counsel
- Law Reformer
- Policy Officer
- Mediator
Scholarship Available
- Auckland Law Faculty Entrance Scholarships
- Knight Lawyers Scholarship
- New Zealand Law Foundation Grants
Key Information
Location
Auckland, New Zealand
University
University of Auckland
Intakes
March
Study Mode
On Campus
Tuition Fee
$47,218 / Year
Duration
4 Years
Language
English
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