Auckland Law School
Auckland Law School
Study at New Zealand’s top-ranked Law School in the heart of Auckland’s legal precinct
In the most recent QS rankings, we placed 59th in the world — and to put that in perspective, that’s out of over 1,500 law schools globally. It’s a reminder of the quality of education and opportunities available here — and the kind of legal community our students are part of.
You'll have the opportunity to explore a wide range of of legal topics, including our distinctive areas of legal strength in Pacific Law, Environmental Law and Human Rights Law.
Whether you’re a law graduate looking to further your knowledge or a non-law graduate ready for a change, we have a programme for you.
Programme highlights
- A comprehensive and flexible curriculum with foundational and specialised law courses
- Opportunities to combine law with other disciplines through conjoint degrees
- Practical learning through mooting, legal clinics, and real-world projects
- Unique focus on Māori and Indigenous legal perspectives.
- Strong graduate outcomes, with alumni working across law, government, and business sectors
- Dedicated support including career guidance to help you succeed
Our top programmes
- Juris Doctor, JD - Our exciting new programme coming in 2027, ideal if you're looking for a career change from a non-law background
- Master of Intellectual Property, MIP - One of the few specialised IP law degrees in NZ, with strong industry relevance
- Master of Laws, LLM - Our flexible Masters degree available with taught and research options
Popular programmes for international students
Bachelor of Laws
Gain the skills and knowledge that will equip you for a wide range of careers within the legal profession and beyond.
Postgraduate programmes
Explore your postgraduate study options with programmes designed for both law and non-law graduates.
Diplomas and Certificates in Law
Your pathway to a degree or expand your knowledge in law.
Learn at the heart of Auckland's law precinct
Be inspired by your environment. We are located within a few minute's walk from our city's courts, chambers and legal organisations.
Learn at the heart of Auckland's law precinct
Be inspired by your environment. We are located within a few minute's walk from our city's courts, chambers and legal organisations.
Our unique spaces
Davis Law Library
Study at New Zealand's largest law library and access the country's largest collection of legal texts, statutes and commentaries.
Moot Court Room
Undergraduate students will experience simulated court proceedings in our Moot Court Room. Research your submission and present your oral argument with your peers.
Law Common Room
Socialise, unwind and collaborate with your peers in our dedicated student space for law students.
Prachi, India
After working as an intellectual property, media and entertainment lawyer in India, Prachi wanted to take the next step and delve deeper in international law.
Prachi, India
After working as an intellectual property, media and entertainment lawyer in India, Prachi wanted to take the next step and delve deeper in international law.
Student and alumni stories
Iqra, Pakistan
Iqra pursued a conjoint degree that seamlessly blended a Bachelor of Laws with a Bachelor of Arts. She is now a solicitor at a boutique law firm in Auckland.
Evelyn, China
After a couple years' experience working at law firms in her home country of China, Evelyn is now pursuing a Master of Laws to advance her career.
Abhijeet, India
A Master of Laws degree has lead to a career as a Business Development Manager. "I had a great learning experience enhanced by the diverse culture, dedicated academic staff, and high-quality research facilities."
Programmes
Undergraduate programmes - 1 programme
Postgraduate programmes - 5 programmes
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