Applying for LLB Part II
We welcome applications to LLB Part II throughout the year until the closing date prior to the year you will seek admission into LLB Part II.
We strongly encourage you to apply for LLB Part II no later than 1 October of the year prior to which you are applying.
Entry requirements
To be eligible to be considered for selection into LLB Part II 2025, you need to have:
- Passed LAW 121G
- Passed LAW 131 and LAW 141 (or their equivalents) with at least a C+
AND - Gained at least 75 points (or the equivalent) of non-law university degree courses
- Passed all eight courses (120 points) with at least an overall average GPA of 3.00 (C+)
To be eligible to be considered for selection into LLB Part II 2026, you need to have:
- Passed LAW 121G
- Passed LAW 131 and LAW 141 (or their equivalents) with at least a C+
AND - Gained at least 75 points (or the equivalent) of non-law university degree courses
- Passed 15 points of the WTR course relevant to the degree you are enrolled in
- Passed all eight courses (120 points) with at least an overall average GPA of 3.00 (C+)
The minimum grade requirement mentioned may change each year.
Entry into LLB Part II will be calculated on the basis of your LawGPA. This is a specially calculated (non-standard) GPA which is used for the purpose of admission to LLB Part II. It includes grades from both your law and non-law courses.
The LawGPA required for admission will be determined by the Law Selection Committee in December year prior to admission.
The minimum LawGPA required for selection into LLB Part II can vary from year to year, depending on the number of applicants. In recent years the minimum grade required has been between a GPA of 5.0–6.7 (equivalent to a grade between a B and a B+).
Find information on how the LawGPA is calculated for admission into LLB Part II, applying for law transfer from another university, and frequently asked questions.
Guaranteed Entry into LLB Part II
Students with a LawGPA of 6.50 or higher (equivalent to a grade midway between A- and B+) will be guaranteed entry into LLB Part ll. Students with a LawGPA less than 6.50 will still be considered for selection into LLB Part ll.
UTAS admission to Part II
Our UTAS reserves a number of places in the LLB Part II programme for eligible tauira Māori, Moana Oceania students and applicants from some equity groups.
Find out more about UTAS at Auckland Law School.
Apply for admission
When applying, please make sure you choose the correct programme and specialisation.
To apply, please read ‘How to apply for undergraduate admission' and follow the steps.
When completing the “Programme Selection”, please note the following:
| *Programme Type: | Bachelors |
|---|---|
| *Programme Name: |
E.g. Bachelor of Laws, or Conjoint: BA/LLB etc |
| *Major or Specialisation: | Law (Note: When you add the programme, the system will automatically fill in the specialisation/major as “Law Part I”. Click on it and delete the “Part I” text and “Law” will appear. “Law” is the correct specialisation to choose for LLB Part II. If you are applying for conjoint, you still need to select Law as one of your specialisations). |
| *Start Term |
2026 Semester One |
| *Campus | City |
If you wish to continue with a conjoint degree, please ensure you apply for it. Only apply for the single LLB Part II programme if you are continuing with a single LLB degree
Do not apply for the Law Honours Programme (LLB(Hons)) at this stage. To be eligible for LLB(Hons), you must have completed LLB Part I and II.
Remember to submit your online application for LLB Part II by 1 December of the year before you plan to begin the programme.
Find more information about LLB(Hons).
Late applications
Late applications cannot be considered. However, if an extenuating circumstance prevented you from applying for LLB Part II by 1 December, you may submit an appeal for a late application to be accepted.
Find more information on Appeals procedure for entry into LLB Part II.
Accept your offer of admission
The Law Selection Committee meets in December, and offers for LLB Part II places will be sent out before the end of December. If you have not received a response to your application by early January, please follow up by contacting Student Hubs or emailing studentinfo@auckland.ac.nz.
There are a limited number of places in the LLB Part II programme. If you do not accept your offer by 15 January, as specified in your Offer of Place letter, we cannot guarantee you a place in the programme.
Please note that students cannot defer their LLB Part ll offer to another year. If you choose not to accept the offer, you will need to re-apply for the following year. Re-applying does not guarantee admission, and you may need to meet any changes to the admission requirements.
Please see How to accept or decline an offer of place.
If you are unable to access the Apply to Study portal, please contact Student Hubs. For more help, please see Application for Admission.
Applicants with pending grades or Aegrotat applications at the time the Law Selection Committee meets will still be considered. If they meet the minimum LawGPA for that year’s intake, they may be offered a place.
Once admitted into LLB Part II, students do not need to meet any GPA requirements to remain in the programme, unless they are considering applying for LLB(Hons).
Find more information about LLB(Hons).
Waitlist
A waitlist is maintained each year for LLB part II, as some students do not take up their first-round offer. Applicants with a LawGPA slightly below the admission standard will be notified if they are placed on the waitlist.
Waitlisted applicants will be informed in late January if a place becomes available. If offered a place, it may be subject to courses or lecture stream availability.
Appeals in relation to admission into LLB Part II
Selection into LLB Part II is confirmed by the Law Selection Committee and is final. Unsuccessful applicants may appeal to the Law School for reconsideration of their application.
Find more information on Appeals procedure for entry into LLB Part II.
Enrol in classes
To be eligible to enrol for LLB Part II courses, students must have:
- Apply for LLB Part II
- Be admitted unconditionally, and
- Accept the offer of a place by 15 January
As a condition of admission to LLB Part II, students must enrol for LAW 298AB Legal Research, Writing, and Communication (10pts), as well as at least one other full-year LLB Part II course. Failure to do so will result in withdrawal from the LLB Part II programme.
Please note that all LLB Part II courses are full-year courses. Students must self-enrol in both the A and B components (i.e. Semester One and Two) by the second Friday of Semester One.
Find information on how and when to enrol in courses.
The faculty has enrolment limits for many courses and cannot guarantee a place in the stream or class of your choice. To avoid disappointment, enrol as early as possible.
Students cannot enrol in any LLB Part III courses until all LLB Part II courses are completed. Requisite waivers for law courses are not permitted. However, students may enrol in 400-level law electives, provided they meet the necessary pre- or corequisites.
Find information on Law Courses, LLB Requirements, and Law School Timetables.
Transferring LLB Part II and III students may be unable to self-enrol in LLB Part III/IV courses if SSO does not recognise that the requisite courses have been completed. If this occurs, please apply for a concession.
Find information on how and when to enrol in courses.
Workload
When planning your studies, it’ important to think about the workload that works best for you. Consider whether you’ll be working, as well as any other commitments you have outside of your studies, like family or extracurricular activities.
A full-time workload is typically 60 points per semester, with the maximum limits being 80 points per semester and 30 points for Summer School. While the number of points might look manageable, it’s also important to keep in mind the amount of work involved, including exams and assignments. Make sure you’re balancing your academic load with other responsibilities to set yourself up for success.
Find more information on how many courses to enrol in, and degree planning.
Course Add/Drop Deadlines and Late Deletion
Be aware that there are specific deadlines for adding or dropping courses with a refund of fees. It’s important to plan ahead so that you don’t miss these dates.
If you’re unable to continue your studies due to exceptional circumstances – such as illness, injury, or other events beyond your control, you may be eligible for a Late Deletion of your courses. This allows you to withdraw without academic penalty. Be sure to check with the university for the full process and eligibility criteria.
Find information on changing your enrolment and the difference between late deletion and withdrawal.
Help and advice
For any help and advice on any aspect of your studies and life at the University of Auckland, contact Student Hubs or email studentinfo@auckland.ac.nz.