Programme options - four-year non-law degree holders

Explore the subjects, programmes and courses at the Auckland Law School if you are holding a four-year non-law degree

Your options are:

Certificate of Proficiency (COP)
15–30 points taught, 1 course, 1 semester max.

Postgraduate Certificate in Law (PGCertLaw)
60 points taught, 2–4 courses, 1–2 semesters

Master of Legal Studies (MLS) by coursework
120 points taught, 4–8 courses, 2 semesters min.

Master of Legal Studies (MLS) by coursework and research
30 points taught and 90 points research, 1–2 courses and 1x 90-point minor thesis, 2 semesters min.

The following two options are available exclusively to Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) (or equivalent degree) and Bachelor of Laws graduates:

Master of Taxation Studies (MTaxS) by coursework
120 points taught, 4–8 courses, 2 semesters min.

Master of Taxation Studies (MTaxS) by coursework and research
30 points taught and 90 points research, 1–2 courses and 1x 90-point minor thesis, 2 semesters min.

Note: Each programme has a minimum GPA requirement and other entry criteria. See the ‘Entry requirements’ tab on the relevant programme page for more information.