Programme options - three-year non-law degree holders
Explore the subjects, programmes and courses at the Auckland Law School if you are holding a three-year non-law degree.
Your options are:
Certificate of Proficiency (COP)
15 or 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
180 points taught, 6–12 courses, 3 semesters min.
Master of Legal Studies (MLS) by coursework and research
90 points taught and 90 points research, 2–6 courses and 1x 90-point minor thesis, 3 semesters min.
The following two options are available exclusively to Bachelor of Commerce (or equivalent degree) graduates:
Master of Taxation Studies (MTaxS) by coursework
135 points taught and 1x 45-point dissertation, 5–7 courses, 3 semesters min.
Master of Taxation Studies (MTaxS) by coursework and research
90 points taught and 90 points research, 3–6 courses and 1x 90-point minor thesis, 3 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.