Master of Laws (International Law and Politics)
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- Semester 1 or 2 (February or July)
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Overview
Master of Laws (International Law and Politics)
Introduction
The specialist Master of Laws (International Law and Politics) is a degree designed for students who have a basic knowledge of Law and wish to develop their specialist knowledge in international law and politics.
You will take courses in international law and international politics, plus a dissertation. Courses are delivered through Te Kaupeka Ture | Faculty of Law and Te Kura Mātāpuna Tangata | School of Language, Social and Political Sciences.
The degree prepares you for careers in the diplomatic service, specialised legal practice, government, international organisations, non-governmental organisations, and the military.
Master of Laws (International Law and Politics)
Entry requirements
For admission to the degree, you must have qualified for a Bachelor of Laws (or equivalent) or a Postgraduate Certificate in International Law and Politics with a minimum B Grade Point Average.
Graduates with an undergraduate degree with a significant legal component (eg, Bachelor of Arts in Legal Studies) or a non-law degree with relevant international law work experience are also encouraged to apply.
If English is your additional language, you are also required to meet UC's English language requirements.
For the full entry requirements, see the Regulations for the Master of Laws (International Law and Politics) or use the admission requirements checker.
How to apply
You can apply online at myUC.
See Admission and enrolment for all information on enrolling at UC.
Master of Laws (International Law and Politics)
How do I plan my degree?
The LLM(IntLaw&Pols) is made up of four courses and a dissertation.
The following courses are compulsory:
- ILAP613 Advanced Principles of Public International Law
- ILAP614 Principles and Practice of International Relations and Diplomacy
- ILAP640 Dissertation
The remaining two courses (30 points) must be selected from these options.
You can start studies in either February or July, although starting in February is recommended. The degree takes 1–2 years of consecutive full-time study or, with the approval, 2–4 years of consecutive part-time study.
For full requirements, see the Regulations for the Master of Laws (International Law and Politics).
Domestic students
2024 tuition fee estimate: $8,255 (120 points)
2025 tuition fee estimate: $8,751 (120 points)
International students
2024 tuition fee estimate: $40,600 (120 points)
2025 tuition fee estimate: $36,400 (120 points)
2026 tuition fee estimate: $37,900 (120 points)
Master of Laws (International Law and Politics)
Further study
You can go on to a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Law, or Political Science and International Relations.
Master of Laws (International Law and Politics)
Career opportunities
Postgraduate study can bring many career benefits eg, specialist skills and enhanced knowledge, entry into specific occupations, higher starting salary/progression rates, research capability/achievement, and evidence of high academic attainment/self-discipline.
Useful information:
- Read what other UC postgraduate students have gone on to achieve in their studies and careers in our student stories.
- Te Rōpū Rapuara | UC Careers can help you to achieve the career you want, connect with employers, or find a job.
- For research into career destinations by qualification, visit Te Pōkai Tara | Universities New Zealand website.
- Find out more about what can you do with a degree from UC.
- Come along to an upcoming information event for prospective postgraduate students.
