This page provides an overview of key requirements and planning tools for all stages of your LLB degree.

Find your nearest Student Hub and see the overview of the LLB Programme.

Enrol early to secure your preferred courses and class times. You can update your enrolment later as long as you swap or drop your courses before the enrolment deadline.

The Law Timetable and list of available courses are usually published by late October, ahead of enrolments opening in November for the following academic year.

Find more information on law timetables, how and when to enrol in courses and enrolment deadlines.

Before you enrol

• Check you’ve completed or enrolled in all prerequisites and co-requisites.
• Review the Law Timetable and confirm course availability for the year.
• Plan your degree structure using the sample degree planners below.
• If completing a conjoint, map how your non-law courses fit within your LLB structure.
• Consider workload balance (normally 60 points per semester, or 75 points for conjoint students).

During enrolment

• Enrol early to secure your preferred classes and tutorial times.
• Submit any required concessions before the deadline.
• Ensure you meet enrolment points limits and GPA thresholds.

While studying

• Attend all tutorials, clinics, and workshops.
• Regularly check your Programme Requirements in SSO and with Student Hubs.
• Check your eligibility for LLB(Hons) or Postgraduate studies if applicable.
• Consider exchange or internship opportunities.

Before graduating

• Enrol in LAW 498 Advanced Legal Research, Writing and Communication in your final term (requirements may be met prior to enrolment).
• Confirm all degree requirements are met via SSO or with Student Hubs.

Balancing your study with work and personal commitments is key to success in the LLB. Use the guide below to plan a workload that’s realistic for you.

Workload includes lectures, tutorials, clinics, workshops, preparation, research, and assessments. As a guide, expect to spend around three hours of independent study for every hour of class time.

Find more information on how many courses to enrol in, and eligibility for student loans and allowances.

Most compulsory law courses include lectures, fortnightly tutorials, clinics, or workshops. As many tutors are legal practitioners, tutorials may be scheduled early morning (8–9 am) or evening (5–6 pm).

Students with carer responsibilities can request specific tutorial times before the general sign-up period. Email lawstudentsupport@auckland.ac.nz with supporting evidence of your carer commitments. Requests will be accommodated where possible.

Find more information on tutorial rounds and timetables.

If you’re unable to enrol normally due to timetable clashes, unmet requisites, or other issues, you may apply for an enrolment concession.

Only one concession can be submitted per lecture stream or workshop, and not all requests are approved.

Important definitions

Note: when reading restrictions, LAW 433 is not the same as LAWGENRL 433.

1. Timetable Clashes
Requests are typically declined if they involve:

• Repeated courses, Summer School, or seminars/workshops
• Students with enrolment restrictions
  
• Enrolments exceeding 80 points or restricted courses
  

• A cumulative GPA of ≥4.00 (for up to 60 points), or
• ≥6.50 (for 60-80 points enrolment)

Prioritise enrolment of required or high demand courses when requesting a concession.

2. Requirements Not Met
Requisite waivers are not permitted.

If SSO does not recognise a requisite you’ve completed, submit a concession noting this in the comments.

3. Class Full
Due to health and safety limits, class sizes cannot be overridden. Enrolments are first-come, first-served, and there are no waiting lists.

Law electives are not compulsory, and requests for full electives will be declined.

If you cannot enrol in LAW 316 or LAW 458 and are in your final semester or going on exchange, you may submit a concession.

4. Third Time Repeat
Special permission is required. Complete the online form and include:

a) Reasons for previous unsuccessful attempts

b) Explanation of missed assignments (if any)

c) Steps you’ll take to succeed this time

d) Supporting documentation for circumstances (if applicable)

5. Exceed Enrolment Limit
Permission is granted only to final-term students with a minimum cumulative GPA of 6.50. See the Enrolment Point Limits.

Students can apply for a law exchange after completing all LLB Part III compulsory courses, typically in your fourth year (or fifth for conjoint students).

Compulsory LLB Part III Courses (from 2026 onwards)

• LAW 304 Equity
• LAW 305 Land Law
• LAW 316 Jurisprudence

Students usually complete 60 points of law electives while on exchange. 

Plan ahead, as you may need to adjust your degree structure or extend your studies.

If you plan to go on exchange in your final semester, you must self-enrol and complete the LAW 498 prior to going on exchange.

Students cannot go on exchange in their first year of LLB Part II, as these are full-year courses. If you have completed LAW 297 but still have remaining full-year courses, you cannot take these concurrently with an exchange.

Find more information on exchange and LAW 498 requirements. For degree planning, please contact Student Hubs.

Below are sample structure for the LLB, LLB(Hons), and conjoint degrees.

Your structure may vary depending on:

• When you begin LLB Part II
• Workload and commitments
• Whether you completing a conjoint programme

If you began LLB Part II before 2018, or are unsure of your remaining requirements, contact Student Hubs for tailored advice.

Alternative Degree Structures

From 2025, all new undergraduate students must complete the WTR course as part of their degree (unless exempt).

Find more information on:

• Applying for LLB Part II
• LLB Part II-IV degree planning
• Waipapa Taumata Rau course.

Contact your nearest Student Hub for guidance on:

• Planning your degree
• Understanding course requirements
• Confirming eligibility for exchange or honours