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Master of Laws (International Law and Politics)

This course is available

On-Campus

Level of Study

Master's Degree

Duration

2 years

Next start date

Expected Jul 2025

Campus

Main Campus

Summary

Introduction

The specialist Master of Laws (International Law and Politics) is a degree designed for students who have a basic knowledge of Law and wish to develop their specialist knowledge in international law and politics.

You will take courses in international law and international politics, plus a dissertation. Courses are delivered through Te Kaupeka Ture | Faculty of Law and Te Kura Mātāpuna Tangata | School of Language, Social and Political Sciences.

The degree prepares you for careers in the diplomatic service, specialised legal practice, government, international organisations, non-governmental organisations, and the military.

Entry criteria

Entry requirements

For admission to the degree, you must have qualified for a Bachelor of Laws (or equivalent) or a Postgraduate Certificate in International Law and Politics with a minimum B Grade Point Average.

Graduates with an undergraduate degree with a significant legal component (eg, Bachelor of Arts in Legal Studies) or a non-law degree with relevant international law work experience are also encouraged to apply.

If English is your additional language, you are also required to meet UC's English language requirements.

For the full entry requirements, see the Regulations for the Master of Laws (International Law and Politics) or use the admission requirements checker.

How to apply

You can apply online at myUC.

See Admission and enrolment for all information on enrolling at UC.

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