Program Overview
The Laws at Victoria University of Wellington is a LLM programme in Law over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of law. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Laws programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across New Zealand and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- Tuition: USD 31,013 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 31,013 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Wellington, New Zealand
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Laws programme are prepared for diverse careers in law:
- Solicitor / Barrister
- Legal Counsel
- Policy Advisor
- Legal Researcher
- Compliance Officer
- International Arbitrator
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Special Topic: Law of Privacy
- Special Topic: Water Law and Policy
- Special Topic: Public Law: State, Power and Accountability
- Special Topic: Security, Government and the Law
- Special Topic: Constitutional Change and Government Law
- Special Topic: Legislative Design, Drafting and Law-Making
- Special Topic: Elder Law
- Thesis
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- \xc2\xa0Bachelor\'s degree in Law or a postgraduate degree in Law with Honours
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 31,013 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 31,013 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 31,013 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 31,013 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Victoria University of Wellington directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Victoria University of Wellington
Victoria University of Wellington
Wellington, New Zealand
Victoria University of Wellington is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen...
University Profile- Start Date 2018-03-05
- Language English
- Duration 12 months