Master of Laws (International Law and Politics) LLM(IntLaw&Pols)

The LLM(IntLaw&Pols) is made up of four courses and a dissertation.
 

The following courses are compulsory:

• ILAP613 Advanced Principles of Public International Law

• ILA614 Principles and Practice of International Relations and Diplomacy

• ILAP640 Dissertation

The remaining two courses (30 points) must be selected from these options.
 

You can start studies in either February or July, although starting in February is recommended. The degree takes 1–2 years of consecutive full-time study or, with the approval, 2–4 years of consecutive part-time study.

You must have qualified for a Bachelor of Laws (or equivalent) with a minimum B Grade Point Average. Relevance and standard of undergraduate studies will be criteria for approval.
 

English language requirements for postgraduate qualifications
 

If you want to study towards a postgraduate qualification, eg a Postgraduate Diploma, Masters, or PhD you must have one of the following:
 

The cost of studying at University of Canterbury varies largely depending on the type of university and the degree chosen. More often than not, humanities, arts, and education courses are less expensive than degrees in medical, engineering, or management. Furthermore, students who choose to study at the postgraduate level typically pay higher tuition fees, which again vary depending on the programme chosen.

Most universities provide scholarships or financial aid to students in order to help them offset their tuition costs. Students should be aware that additional course fees and incidental expenses may not be included in tuition.The tuition fees for this program is To Be Confirmed.

Postgraduate study can bring many career benefits eg, specialist skills and enhanced knowledge, entry into specific occupations, higher starting salary/progression rates, research capability/achievement, and evidence of high academic attainment/self-discipline.