New Zealand’s leading law school

The University of Auckland Law School is ranked 62nd in the 2023 QS World University Rankings by Subject as the best place to study law in New Zealand based on academic reputation, employer reputation and research impact. 

It is the largest law school in New Zealand and has an international reputation for academic excellence. It has high entry standards for its LLB and LLB (Honours) degrees and has an outstanding postgraduate programme. We are committed to improving access to justice through excellence in teaching, research, service and engagement.

Auckland Law School has a long tradition of excellence, founded on the calibre of its staff, students and resources. We are committed to improving access to justice through excellence in teaching, research, service and engagement.

Our programmes are taught by a range of leading experts including our own academic staff, members of the Department of Commercial Law in the Business School, preeminent members of the profession and distinguished academic visitors from abroad.

Located in the heart of Auckland’s legal precinct, The School is also home to the Davis Law Library, New Zealand’s most extensive collection of legal resources.