Auckland Law School - a leader in its field
Unparalleled excellence in law studies at New Zealand's top-ranked university
The Auckland Law School is ranked 65th by Subject*, testifying to its high quality of teaching, learning and research, alongside some of the best in the world.
Law transcends textbooks and lectures. It is a pursuit of justice, a way to confront pressing global challenges such as climate change and inequality, and a powerful tool for shaping meaningful change in the world.
Auckland Law School is the largest law school in New Zealand with an international reputation for academic excellence. It has high entry standards for its LLB and LLB (Honours) degrees and has an outstanding postgraduate programme.
It also 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.
*2026 QS University World Rankings
