Program Overview
Introduction to the Law Student Exchange Program
The Law Student Exchange Program at the University of Auckland allows students to complete part of their degree at other universities while earning credits towards their University of Auckland Law degree.
Eligibility and Application Process
To be eligible for the program, students must review the eligibility requirements and application process for the 360 International Semester Exchange Programme. This includes:
- Reviewing the eligibility requirements
- Researching host university options
- Submitting an application to 360 International on Via TRM by the relevant deadline
- Completing a Course Approval Form once nominated for a specific partner university
Benefits of the Program
The program offers numerous benefits to law students, including:
- Experiencing a different culture and broadening horizons
- Increasing cultural awareness
- Developing a more international outlook
- Becoming more flexible and adaptable in work and study
- Developing lasting international friendships and business links
- Studying subjects not covered at the University of Auckland
- Gaining a comparative perspective on New Zealand law
Partner Universities
The University of Auckland has partnerships with numerous universities around the world, including:
- Aarhus University, Denmark
- Bucerius Law School, Germany
- Chinese University of Hong Kong, China
- ESADE Law School, Spain
- Ghent University, Belgium
- Jean Moulin Lyon 3 University, France
- Keio University, Japan
- King's College London, UK
- KU Leuven, Belgium
- Lund University, Sweden
- National University of Singapore, Singapore
- Newcastle University, UK
- Peking University, China
- Queen Mary University of London, UK
- Stockholm University, Sweden
- Tilburg University, Netherlands
- Tsinghua University, China
- University College Dublin, Ireland
- University of Amsterdam, Netherlands
- University of Arizona, USA
- University of Bergen, Norway
- University of British Columbia, Canada
- University of Cambridge, UK
- University of Copenhagen, Denmark
- University of Glasgow, UK
- University of Hong Kong, China
- University of Leeds, UK
- University of Melbourne, Australia
- University of Nottingham, UK
- University of Oslo, Norway
- University of Toronto, Canada
- University of Virginia, USA
- Western University, Canada
- Uppsala University, Sweden
- Utrecht University, Netherlands
- O P Jindal, India
Costs and Funding
Students participating in the exchange program pay University of Auckland tuition fees while abroad. Additional costs, including travel, insurance, accommodation, and personal living expenses, are covered by the student. However, funding is available through:
- 360 International Exchange Awards
- 360 International Award for Mori and Pacific Students
- 360 International Award for Equity Students
- Prime Ministers Scholarships for Asia (PMSA) and Latin America (PMSLA)
- Friends of the University of Auckland US/NZ Exchange Award
- Host country/partner university scholarships
Program Structure
While abroad, students:
- Have finished their compulsory subjects
- Can go for a semester or two
- Remain enrolled at the University of Auckland
- Continue to pay tuition fees at the University of Auckland, not to the partner institution
Conclusion
The Law Student Exchange Program at the University of Auckland provides a unique opportunity for law students to gain international experience, broaden their horizons, and develop a comparative perspective on New Zealand law. With numerous partner universities and available funding, this program is an excellent way for students to enhance their legal education and career prospects.
