University
University of CanterburyMaster of Laws
This course is available
On-Campus
Level of Study
Master's Degree
Duration
2 years
Next start date
Expected Oct 2026
Campus
Main Campus
Summary
The Master of Laws degree offers a choice of over 40 topics for specialised research.
LLM (by thesis) students develop in-depth expertise in a particular field of legal specialisation, with individual supervision from one of our academic experts in Te Kaupeka Ture | Faculty of Law.
Subjects and Courses- LAWS690 LLM Thesis
Entry criteria
You must have a Bachelor of Laws degree (or equivalent) with at least a B+ Grade Point Average to enrol.
If English is not your first language, you are also required to meet UC's Postgraduate language requirements. See how to provide your English language evidence to UC. If you need help meeting these requirements, or would like to practise your English skills before studying, UC offers English for Academic Purposes (EAP) language programmes.
For the full entry requirements, see the Regulations for the Master of Laws or use the admission requirements checker.
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