Program Overview

Introduction to the University of Auckland's Law Program

The University of Auckland's Law program is a comprehensive and well-structured course of study that prepares students for a career in law. The program is designed to provide students with a thorough understanding of the principles of law, as well as the skills and knowledge necessary to succeed in the legal profession.

LLB Degree Planning

Planning your Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree carefully is essential to completing your studies on time and meeting all program requirements. The LLB degree is typically completed over three and a half to four years, with a normal workload of 60 points per semester. Students can choose to complete a single LLB degree or a conjoint degree with another faculty.

Course Planning and Enrolment

Enrol early to secure your preferred courses and class times. The Law Timetable and list of available courses are usually published by late October, ahead of enrolments opening in November for the following academic year.

LLB Degree Planning Checklist

Before you enrol, check that you have completed or enrolled in all prerequisites and co-requisites, review the Law Timetable and confirm course availability for the year, and plan your degree structure using the sample degree planners. During enrolment, enrol early to secure your preferred classes and tutorial times, submit any required concessions before the deadline, and ensure you meet enrolment points limits and GPA thresholds.

Workload and Study Expectations

Balancing your study with work and personal commitments is key to success in the LLB. Use the guide below to plan a workload thats realistic for you. The normal workload for the LLB is 60 points per semester, with a maximum workload of 80 points per semester.

Tutorials, Clinics, and Workshops

Most compulsory law courses include lectures, fortnightly tutorials, clinics, or workshops. As many tutors are legal practitioners, tutorials may be scheduled early morning or evening.

Enrolment Concessions

If youre unable to enrol normally due to timetable clashes, unmet requisites, or other issues, you may apply for an enrolment concession. Only one concession can be submitted per lecture stream or workshop, and not all requests are approved.

Important Definitions

• Co-requisite: Must be completed before enrolment or enrolled in the same term.
• Prerequisite: Must be completed before enrolment.
• Restriction: Enrolment not permitted.

Law Exchange Opportunities

Students can apply for a law exchange after completing all LLB Part III compulsory courses, typically in your fourth year. Students usually complete 60 points of law electives while on exchange.

Sample Degree Structures

Below are sample structures for the LLB, LLB(Hons), and conjoint degrees. Your structure may vary depending on when you begin LLB Part II, workload and commitments, and whether you are completing a conjoint programme.

Alternative Degree Structures

Programme | Variation | Duration of Programme | Workload ---|---|---|--- Single LLB | LAW 298 + 3/4 LLB Part II courses taken upon admission into LLB Part II | 4 years | Heavier in 2 of the years | | 4.5 years | Normal LLB conjoint or the BE(Hons) or AdvSci(Hons) conjoints | LAW 298 + 1/4 LLB Part II courses taken upon admission into LLB Part II | 5 years | Heavier in 4 of the years | | 5.5 years | Normal

Need Help with Planning?

Find more information on applying for LLB Part II, LLB Part II-IV degree planning, and Waipapa Taumata Rau course. Contact your nearest Student Hub for guidance on planning your degree, understanding course requirements, and confirming eligibility for exchange or honours.