Hamilton ,
New Zealand
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Master of Laws in Maori and Pacific and Indigenous Peoples Law in Hamilton New Zealand | University of Waikato
University of Waikato
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Hamilton New Zealand
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Qualification
Masters Degree (Taught and Research)
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
NZD
38,590
(c. USD22,364.64)
Attendance
Full-time
Earning a Master of Laws in MāoriPacific and Indigenous Peoples' Law allows you to delve into Pacific legal philosophy and application. This program equips you with the expertise to contribute meaningfully to advancing Pacific legal scholarship while promoting worldwide appreciation of Pacific judicial frameworks. The LLM in MāoriPacific and Indigenous Peoples' Law offers comprehensive study of both historical foundations and contemporary developments in indigenous rights.
You'll analyze how international bodies like the United Nations shape the evolution of Indigenous rights protections. The curriculum explores governmental responsibilities in acknowledging indigenous communities' environmental and economic entitlements.
How might New Zealand's legal system transform following treaty settlements? You could pioneer the creation of an integrated legal framework that harmonizes traditional Māori customs with Common Law principles.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
A recognised bachelors degree with a B/B+ average, and a B/B+ average in a relevant subject if required.
Some Faculties/Schools require an honours degree (to demonstrate research capacity). Where the above requirements are not met, further study in a lower level programme may be required first.
IELTS (Academic)6.5 overall (no band less than 6.0)
iBT (internet-based) TOEFL 90 with a score of 21 in writing
iBT (home-based) TOEFL 90 with a score of 21 in writing
Tuition
NZD
38,590