Whether you’re a lawyer, a paralegal, a non-Law graduate, or a legal practitioner from overseas, the PGCertLaw can help you meet your postgraduate study goals. With the PGCertLaw, you can explore specialised subjects, refresh your existing knowledge in a field, and gain experience in conducting and presenting research. Here in Wellington, you’ll be close to where New Zealand law and policy are made. You’ll be studying with leading legal experts who will encourage you to tackle contemporary issues in a vibrant academic environment. Through the PGCertLaw, you’ll enhance your skills in research, writing, and oral communication. You’ll get to think critically about the law, explore topical issues, and solve legal problems.
*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution
01/12/2026
Start date
February 2027
Te Aro Campus
139 Vivian Street,
WELLINGTON,
Te Aro,
6011, North Island, New Zealand
*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution
01/12/2026
Start date
February 2027
Pipitea Campus
33 Bunny Street, Pipitea,
Wellington,
6011, North Island, New Zealand
To be accepted into this programme you will need:
LLB or LLB(Hons)
To be accepted by the Director of Postgraduate Studies for the Faculty of Law as capable of proceeding with the proposed course of study
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.
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