University
University of CanterburyGraduate Certificate in Laws
This course is available
On-Campus
Level of Study
Certificate
Campus
Main Campus
Summary
Introduction The Graduate Certificate in Laws (GradCertLaws) at UC builds onto your undergraduate Law studies to broaden and upskill in specialised areas of law, such as international criminal law, Tikanga Māori, Intellectual Property (IP) law, and many more. This Certificate is also a great option for those with a Law degree from overseas, or internationally qualified practitioners, to meet academic requirements for admission as a Barrister and Solicitor of the High Court of New Zealand.
Entry criteria
Entry requirementsFor entry to the Graduate Certificate in Laws, you will need to have previously completed either a Bachelor of Laws from an Aotearoa New Zealand university (or equivalent from overseas), or any other bachelor's degree plus at least three years of work experience in a related field.
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 Graduate Certificate in Laws or use the admission requirements checker.
How to applyYou can apply online at myUC.
See Admission and enrolment for all information on enrolling at UC.
Studying in NZ
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