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University of Canterbury

Master of Laws (LLM)

Christchurch · Master · NZQF 9 · 1-2 years full-time (2-4 years part-time)

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Overview
Subject area
Law
Campus
Christchurch
Duration
1-2 years full-time (2-4 years part-time)
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Fees

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Entry requirements

Academic requirements

Bachelor of Laws (LLB) or equivalent with minimum B+ (thesis pathway) or B grade average (ILAP strand)

English requirement

IELTS 7 overall, as published by the institution.

Other requirements

Thesis pathway requires 35,000-50,000 word thesis (LAWS690); ILAP strand combines coursework with a 15,000-word dissertation

Admission decisions are made by the institution. Immigration requirements are determined by Immigration New Zealand.

Start dates
  • taught ILAP strand: Semester 1 (February) recommended
  • Thesis pathway: first day of any month
  • Semester 1 (February 2027) recommended start for taught compulsory courses
Institution
Name
University of Canterbury
Type
UNIVERSITY
City or cities
Christchurch
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Master of Laws (LLM)

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Overview

Master of Laws (LLM) is listed by University of Canterbury as a Master at NZQF Level 9.

What you will study

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Who may find it relevant

No general suitability statement is published. Admission is decided by the institution after it reviews an applicant's evidence.

Programme structure

Published duration: 1-2 years full-time (2-4 years part-time).

Fees context

Fee not published by the institution.

Entry requirements

Bachelor of Laws (LLB) or equivalent with minimum B+ (thesis pathway) or B grade average (ILAP strand)

Start dates

  • taught ILAP strand: Semester 1 (February) recommended
  • Thesis pathway: first day of any month
  • Semester 1 (February 2027) recommended start for taught compulsory courses

Career context

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