Study Master of Laws (International Law and Politics) at University of Canterbury in New Zealand, Faculty of Law

About this course

About this course
- Overview
- Department
Study options
Entry requirements
- International

What will I learn?

The specialist Master of Laws (International Law and Politics) is a degree designed for students who have a basic knowledge of Law and wish to develop their specialist knowledge in international law and politics. You will take courses in international law and international politics, plus a dissertation. Courses are delivered through Te Kaupeka Ture Faculty of Law and Te Kura Matapuna Tangata School of Language, Social and Political Sciences. The degree prepares you for careers in the diplomatic service, specialised legal practice, government, international organisations, non-governmental organisations, and the military.

Which department am I in?

Faculty of Law

Study options

Full Time (1 Year)

Tuition fees

NZ$39,600.00 (US$ 23,622) per year

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

July 2027

Venue

UC Ilam Campus

20 Kirkwood Avenue,

Upper Riccarton,

Christchurch,

Canterbury,

8041, Canterbury Region, New Zealand

Full Time (1 Year)

Tuition fees

NZ$39,600.00 (US$ 23,622) per year

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

February 2027

Venue

UC Ilam Campus

20 Kirkwood Avenue,

Upper Riccarton,

Christchurch,

Canterbury,

8041, Canterbury Region, New Zealand

Entry requirements

For international students

For admission to the degree, you must have qualified for a Bachelor of Laws (or equivalent) or a Postgraduate Certificate in International Law and Politics with a minimum B Grade Point Average.

Graduates with an undergraduate degree with a significant legal component (eg, Bachelor of Arts in Legal Studies) or a non-law degree with relevant international law work experience are also encouraged to apply.

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.