LLB Part I Planning
The Bachelor of Laws (LLB) has a two-part admission process: LLB Part I and LLB Part II. Careful planning during Part I is important to ensure you meet the requirements to for consideration for Part II. This page explains the compulsory courses, enrolment prerequisites and non-Law requirements.
LLB Part I course requirements
You must complete the following three compulsory Law courses.
| Code | Title | Points | Offering | Typical enrolment | Minimum Grade requirement |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LAW 121G | Law and Society | 15 | Semester One Semester Two |
Semester One | C+ |
| LAW 131 | Legal Method | 15 | Semester Two only | Semester Two | C+ |
| LAW 141 | Legal Foundations | 15 | Semester Two only | Semester Two | C+ |
Planning your enrolment
- Pass LAW 121G with at least a C+
- Pass at least 30 points of non-Law courses
- Be active in the LLB Part I programme
You must initially enrol in LAW 121G and at least 30 points of non-Law courses in Semester One before enrolling in LAW 131 and LAW 141 for Semester Two.
Recommended first-year enrolment pattern
Students commencing the LLB Part I are recommended to follow this enrolment pattern:
Semester One
- LAW 121G Law and Society
- 45 points of non-Law courses
Semester Two
- LAW 131 Legal Method
- LAW 141 Legal Foundations
- 30 points of non-Law courses
This pattern allows you to meet the prerequisites for LAW 131 and LAW 141 while progressing towards the 75-point non-Law requirement for LLB Part II.
Important: Enrolling in these courses does not guarantee progression. You must meet the grade and course completion requirements. The 30-point prerequisite is separate from the 75-point non-Law requirement for consideration for LLB Part II.
Non-Law courses
You must complete at least 75 points of non-Law courses at bachelors level or above to be considered for LLB Part II.
- Choose courses that contribute to another bachelors degree or conjoint programme, where possible.
- If you intend to apply for LLB Part II, you should complete at least 60 points of non-GenEd/WTR courses during your first year of study.
- You should complete no more than one GenEd or WTR course during your first year of study. Make sure you enrol in the correct course version for your programme.
- GenEd and WTR courses can count towards the 75-point requirement but are excluded from the LawGPA calculation.
- Pass-only courses cannot count towards the 75-point requirement.
- You must also meet any GenEd and WTR requirements for your other programme.
For detailed information about the requirements for LLB Part II, see Applying for LLB Part II.
Progression to LLB Part II
After completing LLB Part I, you must apply for admission to LLB Part II.
To be eligible for consideration, you must meet all the following requirements:
LLB Part I courses
You must:
- Pass LAW 121G with at least a C+
- Pass LAW 131 and LAW 141 with at least a C+ in each course
Non-Law courses
- Pass at least 75 points (or equivalent) of non-Law university courses at bachelors level or above.
Please note, meeting the minimum eligibility requirements does not guarantee a place.
For application deadlines, eligibility, selection and admission information, see Applying for LLB Part II.
Planning and support
If you need help with your study plan or course selection:
- Visit the Student Hubs
- Email undergradlaw@auckland.ac.nz for Law programme advice
- Email studentinfo@auckland.ac.nz for general University enquiries
Important: Programme requirements, prerequisites and course offerings may change. Always check the latest regulations and course information before enrolling.