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    Master of Laws

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    Wellington, NZLLMIn-person1 year
    NZ$43,700.00
    Tuition
    over 12mo
    120
    Credits

    Master of Laws at Victoria University of Wellington is a 120-credit, 1-year, in-person LLM program based in Wellington, NZ. Tuition is NZ$43,700.

    About the program

    Broadens legal knowledge through specialist study options including coursework, dissertation, or thesis in areas such as international law, commercial law, public law, and indigenous law.

    Focus: both
    Times Higher Education (THE) 2026 World University Rankings by subject: Law ranked in the 151–175 band
    Part-time option

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    Deadlines

    Trimester 3 2026
    Sep 1, 2026
    Trimester 1 2027
    Dec 1, 2026

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    optional
    Min 100 with a minimum of 21 in Writing
    IELTS
    optional
    Min 7.0 with no band less than 6.5

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    Up to 3 years Post Study Work Visa (New Zealand) depending on what you studied (qualification-level dependent).

    NZ$24,000.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

    Specific coursework this program expects you to have completed: calculus, linear algebra, programming, statistics, and subject-specific prerequisites where applicable.

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Master of Laws at Victoria University of Wellington cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Laws at Victoria University of Wellington is NZ$43,700 across 120 required credits.
    Is Master of Laws at Victoria University of Wellington online or in-person?
    Master of Laws at Victoria University of Wellington is offered in-person.
    How long does Master of Laws at Victoria University of Wellington take to complete?
    Master of Laws at Victoria University of Wellington is structured around 1 year and 120 credits.
    What GPA is required for Master of Laws at Victoria University of Wellington?
    Per the program's published guidance: B average
    What work-permit options follow Master of Laws at Victoria University of Wellington?
    Post-completion work rights for Master of Laws at Victoria University of Wellington: Up to 3 years Post Study Work Visa (New Zealand) depending on what you studied (qualification-level dependent).