BCom/LLB(Hons) - Bachelor of Commerce / Bachelor of Laws (Honours) Conjoint

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A BCom/LLB(Hons) conjoint allows you to complete a BCom and an LLB(Hons) in less time, and with fewer points, than it would take to complete the two degrees separately.

Our law programme will arm you with a skill set that meets the high demands of any legal career. You will develop knowledge of the law and its implications, analytical and research skills, social appreciation, public responsibility and communication skills.

During your BCom you will complete a set of core courses. These include an exciting two-course sequence in Business and Enterprise. These courses will introduce the types of choices facing entrepreneurs and managers and help you develop your academic and professional skills.

Your first-year core programme will provide a strong base from which to launch into your chosen major or majors. A double major will enable you to gain greater breadth and increase your career options by combining two sets of courses at advanced level.

To become a BCom/LLB Part I (first-year) student, you must first be accepted into the Bachelor of Commerce degree. Places in LLB Part II (second year) are limited, and all applicants must go through a selection process.

BCom/LLB(Hons) conjoint graduates are well-positioned for a wide range of careers in business or law. An honours degree from the University of Auckland Law School is well-respected. In addition to the transferable skills and knowledge gained from the LLB programme, honours graduates will have demonstrated advanced research and writing skills. These will increase their suitability for a range of research and policy jobs.

Accountant
Barrister and solicitor
Business analyst
Corporate, investment or merchant banker or lawyer
Policy analyst, advisor and law reform
Research and academia
Sales or marketing manager
Tax adviser

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GradDipLaw - Graduate Diploma in Law

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PGCertLaw - Postgraduate Certificate in Law

LLM - Master of Laws

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Once you become a student at the University, you can get help with planning and developing your career from Career Development and Employability Services.

The Business School also has its own dedicated career service, the ASB Careers Centre. It provides business-specific career advice and a range of services, including individual support, workshops, and employer engagement. The Career Centre will help you to develop your employability to secure a meaningful, successful and rewarding career.

Becoming a barrister and solicitor

To be admitted as a barrister and solicitor, you must complete a three-month Professional Legal Studies course after graduating with the LLB or LLB(Hons). There are currently two providers of this course:

The Institute of Professional Legal Studies

www.ipls.org.nz

The College of Law (New Zealand)

www.collaw.ac.nz

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Overseas qualifications

If your highest qualification was gained outside New Zealand, view our international entry requirements .

Domestic qualifications

Entry is by invitation for high-achieving Bachelor of Commerce / Bachelor of Laws (BCom/LLB) Part II students.

To be considered for the Honours programme in Law, you must achieve a B+ average or higher across all your law courses at the completion of LLB Part II during your BCom/LLB. (This is usually at the end of your third year.)

Depending on the type of programme you are pursuing, you may have the opportunity to complete a unique research project. To find out more about the research carried out at the University of Auckland and to identify potential supervisors, check out our researcher profiles.

You could be eligible for another programme, or check out these alternative pathways:

See if you meet the criteria for the Undergraduate Targeted Admission Scheme (UTAS).
Bridge your educational gap with a preparation and foundation programme.
If you are under 20, have no formal University Entrance (UE) qualification, and are a New Zealand or Australian citizen or permanent resident you can apply for discretionary entrance.
If you can demonstrate outstanding academic achievement and maturity, we offer admission to applicants under 16.

Year Fees Applicable

Domestic Student Annual Fees

International Student Annual Fees

Fees are set in advance of each calendar year and will be updated on this website. Fees are inclusive of 15% GST, but do not include the Student Services Fee, course books, travel and health insurance, or living costs. Fees will be confirmed upon completion of enrolment into courses. For more information, please see Fees and Money Matters.

*Please note: amounts shown are indicative and estimates only.

Scholarships and awards

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Student loans and allowances

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Cost of living

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Please note: we will consider late applications if places are still available. International students should start the application process as early as possible to allow sufficient time to apply for a visa.