Graduates applying for the LLB

University graduates can apply for the Bachelor of Laws (LLB) through two pathways:

• Pathway 1: Start with LLB Part I and apply for Part II·
• Pathway 2: Apply directly to Part II with LSAT (or approved Commercial Law courses)

Applicants who have completed an overseas law degree can find more information below. Find full details on Applying for LLB Part II.

This pathway is for graduates who have already completed a degree and now wish to pursue an LLB, or for those who have completed overseas law studies that are not transferable.

Required courses

• LAW 121G Law and Society
• LAW 131 Legal Method
• LAW 141 Legal Foundations
• Waipapa Taumata Rau (WTR) course

Typical enrolment

• Semester One: LAW 121G and a WTR course
• Semester Two: If LAW 121G is passed, progress to LAW 131 and LAW 141

Note: LAW 121G and WTR courses are offered in both Semester One and Two; LAW 131 and LAW 141 are only available in Semester Two.

Find more information on the WTR course.

Normally, Part I courses are taken sequentially. Concurrent enrolment may be considered in Semester Two if:

• Minimum GPE of 6.20 from your most recent bachelor’s level or higher university study
• Approval from a Programme Adviser or Associate Dean.

How to apply:

1. Submit an application for LLB Part I
2. Upload your most recent university transcript
3. Email undergradlaw@auckland.ac.nz, with your ID number and contact details

Note: Concurrent enrolment is subject to approval and course availability.

Eligibility: Applicants who have completed any LLB Part I courses (LAW 121G, 131, 141) or equivalent are not eligible for this pathway.

Options

• LSAT: Sit the Law School Admission Test (LSAT) and submit your score by 1 December. See the Law School Admission Council (LSAC) for details.
• Commercial Law: If you have completed at least three Stage III or higher Commercial Law courses (e.g., in a BCom or MBA), with a minimum B+, you may request these be assessed in place of the LSAT.

If your application for LLB Part II is successful, you may take Part I and II Law courses concurrently in the first academic year of law studies

LSAT Conversion Scale

Eligibility for LLB Part II is based on LawGPE, which is calculated differently depending on the pathway.

Important notes:

• Only courses from a recognised university are eligible
• Courses graded as 'Pass' or 'Fail' are not eligible for consideration
• Postgraduate courses may count towards the LawGPE, but only bachelor’s level courses can be used for for non-law credit
• Each university may use different grading scales and equivalent full-time workloads; conversion may be required

Pathway 1 – Graduate entry via LLB Part I

• LAW 121G – single weighted
• LAW 131 – double weighted
• LAW 141 – double weighted
• Recent most, best 60 points of non-law university courses at bachelor’s level or above (excluding WTR courses) – single weighted

Pathway 2 – Graduate entry via LSAT or Commercial Law

• Your recent most, best 120pts of non-law courses from university study at bachelor level or above
• Your LSAT score or best 45pts COMLAW (weighted as 30 points).
  

Your non-law GPE contributes towards the LawGPE for Part II eligibility.

• If your most recent qualification is a PhD, you are automatically assigned a non-law GPE of 7.00
• Recommended non-law GPE: 6.200 or higher
• Completing additional non-law courses may improve your GPA
• To request a GPE calculation, follow the concurrent enrolment steps above.

• Receiving credit: Only bachelor’s level courses are eligible for up to 60pts of unspecified non-law credit. If admitted to LLB Part II, you must complete any outstanding non-law courses to meet the programme requirements.
• LawGPE Calculation: Both bachelor’s and postgraduate university courses may be used to calculate your LawGPE for admission into LLB Part II, even if they are not credited.

Note: The 60 points of unspecified non-law credit are only processed after admission into LLB Part II. You do not need to receive credit for courses for them to count towards the LawGPE.

All graduates must submit a separate application for LLB Part II.

• Applications close: 1 December of the year prior to entry
• Assessment: Entry is not guaranteed and is assessed by the LLB Part II Selection Committee based on LawGPE
• Credit: Up to 60pts of unspecified non-law credit may be awarded from bachelor’s level study only
• Advantage: Gain foundational knowledge (Pathway 1) or accelerate LLB completion (Pathway 2) 

Find more information about how the LawGPA is calculated.

Outstanding non-law points: All graduates must complete any outstanding non-law points required for the degree.

Pathway 2 only (first year of Part I & II concurrent admission): In addition to non-law points, you must also complete:

• LAW 121G, LAW 131, and LAW 141
• A WTR course (unless exempt)
• LAW 297 Legal Research, Writing and Communication
• At least one other Part II course

These requirements are needed for progress in the LLB programme. Find more information on the WTR course.

If you have completed an overseas law degree, please refer to the Overseas Law Graduates page for specific information and requirements.