Magister Juris
Law
A course by
University of Waikato
A one-year masters programme where you tailor your legal studies through a selection of advanced law papers at Waikato, offered on-campus and online.
Blended study
This is a mix of online learning & face-to-face sessions
Available in 3 locations
It will take a total of 1 year
Core skills this course teaches
Demonstrate advanced knowledge in new legal subjects
Gain a thorough knowledge and deep understanding of three new legal or legally related subjects at master’s level that may not have been studied at undergraduate level.
Understand law in wider contexts
Develop an understanding of neighbouring academic disciplines and a mature appreciation of the place of law in the world, fostering a critical attitude towards legal systems.
Apply advanced legal scholarship and values
What You're Signing Up For
The Magister Juris (MJur) at the University of Waikato is an advanced, one-year master's degree for law graduates seeking to expand their knowledge in areas such as Environmental Law, Health Law, International Law, Māori and Indigenous Governance, and Public Law and Policy. The programme emphasizes research skills, advanced legal scholarship, seminar-style learning, and opportunities for professional networking. It is suitable for those pursuing careers in civil law jurisdictions, government, international organisations, legal practice, and academia.
Course Content
- Advanced research skills development in law
- Seminar-style classes and small group discussions
- Specialised papers in Environmental Law
- Specialised papers in Health Law
- Specialised papers in International Law
- Specialised papers in Māori and Indigenous Governance
- Specialised papers in Public Law and Policy
- Interdisciplinary perspectives related to law
What you need to know first
Completed an LLB or a combined Law degree at the University of Waikato with at least a 'B' GPA, or an equivalent qualification at another university.
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Legal
Government
Education
Finance
International Development
NGOs
Future employment opportunities might be
Government departments