Master of Laws (LLM)

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  • v2: Incorporating Jonathan's feedback
  • v2.1: Updated 'At-a-glance'
  • 2.2: 2017 style changes

Qualifications covered

  • Master of Laws by coursework
  • Master of Laws by dissertation and coursework
  • Master of Laws by thesis
  • Master of Laws by research portfolio


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Notes

At-a-glance

Name: Master of Laws by coursework

Abbreviation: LLM

Duration: 2-3 trimester

Duration details: 2-3 trimester of full-time study or normally 4-6 if studied part time

Schedule: Self-directed research

Intensity: Full time or part time

Type: Coursework

Location: On-campus (Pipitea, Wellington)

Complete: 120 points (4-6 courses)

Entry: Bachelor's degree in Law or a postgraduate degree in Law with Honours

Start: Trimesters 1 or 2

Apply by: Standard trimester dates

Costs: From database for international only at this stage

Impact of previous university study in same subject: Requires

Entry requirements

An LLB or LLB(Hons) degree 

To be accepted by the director of postgraduate studies for the Faculty of Law as capable of proceeding with the proposed course of study

Important information

  • If you want to enrol in this programme but don't meet some of the entry requirements, you should contact the director of postgraduate studies discuss your options.
  • The academic Calendar is the authoritative source of programme and course information.

Programme requirements

Complete 120 points

Include LAWS 581 and further courses worth 110 points from LAWS 520-582

Important information

  • You may also substitute up to 40 points from approved courses for Honours or Master's courses offered in non-law Victoria programmes, or for an LLM or equivalent programme at another approved university.
  • The Director of Postgraduate Studies may exempt students from LAWS 581 and allow the substitution of the 10 points  from other approved LAWS courses.

At-a-glance

Name: Master of Laws dissertation and coursework

Abbreviation: LLM

Duration: 2-3 trimester

Duration details: 2-3 trimester of full-time study or normally 4-6 if studied part time

Schedule: Self-directed research

Intensity: Full time or part time

Type: Coursework and significant research 

Location: On-campus (Pipitea, Wellington)

Complete: 120 points (3 courses)

Entry: Bachelor's degree in Law or a postgraduate degree in Law with Honours

Start: Trimesters 1 or 2

Apply by: Standard trimester dates

Costs: From database for international only at this stage

Impact of previous university study in same subject: Requires

Entry requirements

An LLB or LLB(Hons) degree

To eb accpeted by the director of postgraduate studies for the Faculty of Law as capable of proceeding with the proposed course of study

Important information

  • If you want to enrol in this programme but don't meet some of the entry requirements, you should contact the director of postgraduate studies discuss your options.
  • The academic Calendar is the authoritative source of programme and course information.

Programme requirements

Complete 120 points

Include LAWS 592

Include LAWS 581 and further courses worth 20 points from LAWS 520-582

Important information

  • You may also substitute up to 40 points from approved courses for Honours or Master's courses offered in non-law Victoria programmes, or for an LLM or equivalent programme at another approved university.
  • The director of postgraduate studies may exempt students from LAWS 581 and allow the substitution of the 10 points  from other approved LAWS courses.

At-a-glance

Name: Master of Laws by thesis

Abbreviation: LLM

Duration: 2-3 trimester

Duration details: 2-3 trimester of full-time study or normally 4-6 if studied part time

Schedule: Self-directed research

Intensity: Full time or part time

Type: Significant research 

Location: On-campus (Pipitea, Wellington)

Complete: 120 points (1 courses)

Entry: Bachelor's degree in Law or a postgraduate degree in Law with Honours

Start: Trimesters 1 or 2

Apply by: Standard trimester dates

Costs: From database for international only at this stage

Impact of previous university study in same subject: Requires

Entry requirements

An LLB or LLB(Hons) degree 

To be accepted by the director of postgraduate studies for the Faculty of Law as capable of proceeding with the proposed course of study

Important information

  • If you want to enrol in this programme but don't meet some of the entry requirements, you should contact the director of postgraduate studies discuss your options.
  • The academic Calendar is the authoritative source of programme and course information.

Programme requirements

Complete 120 points

Include LAWS 591

Include any additional advanced legal study specified by the postgraduate studies director


At-a-glance

Name: Master of Laws by research portfolio

Abbreviation: LLM

Duration: 2-3 trimester

Duration details: 2-3 trimester of full-time study or normally 4-6 if studied part time

Schedule: Self-directed research

Intensity: Full time or part time

Type: Coursework and significant research 

Location: On-campus (Pipitea, Wellington)

Complete: 120 points (3 courses)

Entry: Bachelor's degree in Law or a postgraduate degree in Law with Honours

Start: Trimesters 1 or 2

Apply by: Standard trimester dates

Costs: From database for international only at this stage

Impact of previous university study in same subject: Requires

Entry requirements

An LLB or LLB(Hons) degree 

To be accpeted by the director of postgraduate studies for the Faculty of Law as capable of proceeding with the proposed course of study

Important information

  • If you want to enrol in this programme but don't meet some of the entry requirements, you should contact the director of postgraduate studies discuss your options.
  • The academic Calendar is the authoritative source of programme and course information.

Programme requirements

Complete 120 points

Include LAWS 593

Include LAWS 581 and further courses worth 20 points from LAWS 520-582