Bachelor's
Bachelor of Laws – VUW
Course Overview
The Bachelor of Laws at Victoria University of Wellington provides comprehensive legal education covering constitutional law, contract law, criminal law, public law, property law, torts, commercial law, legal research, and legal ethics. Students develop critical reasoning, legal analysis, advocacy, and problem-solving skills through case-based learning and practical legal training.
The programme prepares graduates to understand complex legal systems and contemporary legal issues. Graduates pursue careers as lawyers, legal advisers, policy analysts, corporate counsel, government legal officers, and judicial professionals.
Entry Requirements
- Admission based on competitive performance in first-year Part I law courses (GPA thresholds)
- Meeting general University Entrance standards if entering directly into intermediate study tracks
- Rigorous English language proficiency requirement (IELTS 7.0 overall with no band below 6.5)
- Submission of university transcripts demonstrating high academic aptitude in core legal papers
- Compliance with character and suitability requirements stipulated by the New Zealand Law Society
Career Outcomes
- Barrister or Solicitor
- In-house Legal Counsel
- Law Reformer
- Policy Officer
- Mediator
Scholarship Available
- VUW Law Faculty Entrance Scholarships
- Knight Lawyers Grants
- Māori and Pacific Legal Awards
Key Information
Location
Kelburn, New Zealand
University
Victoria University of Wellington
Intakes
March
Study Mode
On Campus
Tuition Fee
$47,218 / Year
Duration
4 Years
Language
English
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