Magister Juris in Hamilton New Zealand | University of Waikato

University of Waikato | Hamilton New Zealand
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Qualification
Masters Degree (Taught)
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
NZD 37,110
(c. USD21,669.72)
Attendance
Full-time

Earn a one-year Magister Juris degree from the University of Waikato, where you can customize your studies by choosing from various course options. Waikato's Law Faculty prioritizes building strong research capabilities through intimate seminar-style classes. This advanced teaching method fosters engaging discussions, allowing you to exchange viewpoints and explore subject-related matters while enhancing both your communication abilities and specialized expertise. The program facilitates valuable networking opportunities while boosting your enthusiasm and self-assurance. You'll receive significant individual attention from faculty members.
Our extensive course offerings span Environmental Law, Health Law, International Law, Māori and Indigenous Governance, and Public Law and Policy, enabling you to shape your MJur studies around your academic passions and professional aspirations.
Regardless of your focus area, you'll learn from distinguished faculty members recognized both nationally and globally.
This MJur program particularly appeals to students aiming for careers in civil law systems across Europe, French Polynesia, Latin America, and Southeast Asia.


Destination of Study

Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 6.5

Qualification Requirements

Candidates for the Degree must have

  • qualified for the award of the degree of Bachelor of Laws, a combined Law degree, or a Bachelor of Arts with a law major, of the University of Waikato with at least a B grade average across the 300 and 400 level papers, or a qualification considered by the Academic Board to be equivalent, and
  • satisfied the prerequisites for graduate study in the subject(s) being presented for the Degree, at levels considered appropriate by the Academic Board.

In exceptional circumstances, based on academic merit and relevant experience, candidates who do not meet the requirements of these regulations may be considered for admission subject to the completion of any qualifying papers the Academic Board may prescribe which must be completed either prior to or concurrently.

 

Tuition NZD 37,110

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