Graduate Diploma in Laws

    Graduate Diploma in Laws

    Duration1 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    NZD 23,187 / Year
    Next IntakeJuly 25, 2026
    Graduate Diploma in Laws

    About

    Introduction

    The Graduate Diploma in Laws (GradDipLaws) adds onto your undergraduate Law studies and provides the opportunity to broaden your legal skillset, for example in media and technology law, commercial law and litigation, employment law, and many other areas offered at UC.

    This Diploma is also a great option for those with a Law degree from overseas, or internationally qualified practitioners, to meet academic requirements for admission as a Barrister and Solicitor of the High Court of New Zealand.

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    Entry requirements

    For entry to the Graduate Diploma in Laws, you will need to have previously completed either a Bachelor of Laws from an Aotearoa New Zealand university (or equivalent from overseas), or any other bachelor's degree plus at least three years of work experience in a related field.

    If English is your additional language, you are also required to meet UC's English language requirements.

    For the full entry requirements, see the Regulations for the Graduate Diploma in Laws or use the admission requirements checker.

    Career

    Career opportunities

    Graduate Law studies will upskill your law expertise in specialist areas, and help you gain more broader understanding in areas of legal ethics, issues, and global policies.

    This Diploma is good preparation for more advanced legal work in Aotearoa, as well as postgraduate Law research studies.

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee
    23,187 / year
    Graduate Diploma in Laws
    University of Canterbury
    University of Canterbury
    New Zealand

    New Zealand, Christchurch

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