The University of Waikato

Laws (LLB)

The University of Waikato

Faculty:Te Piringa - Faculty of Law
Degree:Bachelor; Co-op; Honours
Field of Study:Law (LL.B, J.D., B.C.L.)
Length:4 Year(s)
Cost per year:*
National: $32,906

This cost is an approximation.



Careers:Court Officers and Justices of the PeaceLawyersJudges

Description:

Study a Bachelor of Laws degree in one of the best law schools in New Zealand. Look deeper to find out why laws are made, who made them, how they work and how to change them.

Lawyers and judges will be involved in teaching and assessing your law assignments and will provide you with valuable feedback. This sort of contact with the profession will stand you in good stead when you come to apply for a full-time job.

Prerequisites:

Grade for Entrance Previous Year (%)*65
These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.

    Requirements:

    • Ontario Secondary School Diploma – 65% overall average grade.
    • Quebec Grade 12 Certificate – average of 60% across six subjects (including English). 
    • British Columbia Certificate of Graduation – pass in at least five Grade 12 courses.
    Test Scores:
    • International English Language Testing System (academic or immigration) or Test of English as a Foreign Language (Internet Based) or Pearson Test of English (Academic)

    * The entrance grade may change from year to year. Please contact the school for further information.

    * We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

    Modified on July 15, 2026