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

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.

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.

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.
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.

Legal
Government
Education
Finance
International Development
NGOs

Government departments
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

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.

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.

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.
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.

Legal
Government
Education
Finance
International Development
NGOs

Government departments
Apply knowledge, values, and techniques acquired in advanced legal studies and interdisciplinary approaches during the Magister Juris programme.
Completed an LLB (Hons) at the University of Waikato with at least a 'B' GPA or equivalent.
Alternatively, satisfying the Academic Board as to appropriate graduate study preparation.
Exceptional cases may be considered based on academic merit and relevant experience.
Students whose first language is not English: IELTS 6.5 overall (no band less than 6.0) or equivalent.
Law teaching and research
Civil and public service and the judiciary
Banking, financial services, and financial regulation
International development organizations
Non-governmental organizations (such as human rights agencies)
Private legal practice
Business sectors
Apply knowledge, values, and techniques acquired in advanced legal studies and interdisciplinary approaches during the Magister Juris programme.
Completed an LLB (Hons) at the University of Waikato with at least a 'B' GPA or equivalent.
Alternatively, satisfying the Academic Board as to appropriate graduate study preparation.
Exceptional cases may be considered based on academic merit and relevant experience.
Students whose first language is not English: IELTS 6.5 overall (no band less than 6.0) or equivalent.
Law teaching and research
Civil and public service and the judiciary
Banking, financial services, and financial regulation
International development organizations
Non-governmental organizations (such as human rights agencies)
Private legal practice
Business sectors