Postgraduate study options for non-law degree holders
Explore the subjects, programmes and courses at the Auckland Law School if you are holding a three-year or four-year non-law degree.
| Programme options | Three-year degree holders | Four-year degree holders |
|---|---|---|
| Master of Legal Studies (MLS) by coursework | 180 points taught, 6–12 courses, 3 semesters minimum | 120 points taught, 4–8 courses, 2 semesters minimum |
| Master of Legal Studies (MLS) by coursework and research | 90 points taught and 90 points research, 3–6 courses and 1x 90-point minor thesis, 3 semesters minimum | 30 points taught and 90 points research, 1–2 courses and 1x 90-point minor thesis, 2 semesters minimum |
| Master of Intellectual Property | 120 points taught – 7-8 courses, 2 semesters minimum |
120 points taught – 7-8 courses, 2 semesters minimum |
| Postgraduate Certificate in Law (PGCertLaw) | 60 points taught, 2–4 courses, 1–2 semesters | 60 points taught, 2–4 courses, 1–2 semesters |
| Postgraduate Certificate in Intellectual Property | 60 points taught – 4 courses, 1-2 semesters | 60 points taught – 4 courses, 1-2 semesters |
| Certificate of Proficiency (COP) | 15 or 30 points taught, 1 course, 1 semester maximum | 15–30 points taught, 1 course, 1 semester maximum |
The following two options are available exclusively to Bachelor of Commerce (or equivalent degree) graduates:
| Programme options | Three-year degree holders | Four-year degree holders |
|---|---|---|
| Master of Taxation Studies (MTaxS) by coursework | 135 points taught and 45-points research, 6–7 courses and 1x 45-point dissertation, 3 semesters minimum |
120 points taught, 4–8 courses, 2 semesters minimum |
| Master of Taxation Studies (MTaxS) by coursework and research | 90 points taught and 90 points research, 4–6 courses and 1x 90-point minor thesis, 3 semesters minimum |
30 points taught and 90 points research, 1–2 courses and 1x 90-point minor thesis, 2 semesters minimum |
Note: Each programme has a minimum GPA requirement and other entry criteria. See the ‘Entry requirements’ tab on the relevant programme page for more information.