QUALIFICATION
Dual Degree
Duration
5 Years
Location
Auckland, New Zealand
Fees
From NZD 44,969/year
Entry Score
IELTS 6.0
Next Intake
March & July
Programme Overview
The BA/LLB conjoint with Asian Studies offers an accelerated pathway to earn both degrees in 5 years—faster and more cost-effective than studying separately. Merge legal expertise with deep cultural knowledge of East Asia to excel in international careers across law, diplomacy, business, and policy-making.
What You'll Study
Legal Training
- Contract & Commercial Law
- Constitutional & Criminal Law
- Property & Tort Law
- International & Human Rights Law
- Corporate & IP Law specializations
Asian Studies
- East Asian politics, history & economics
- Film, literature & popular culture
- Migration & diaspora studies
- Philosophy & religious traditions
- All courses in English + optional language studies
Why Choose This Programme?
Time Efficient: Complete two degrees in 5 years
Global Perspective: Study law through Asia-Pacific lens
Exchange Opportunities: Study abroad in China, Japan, Korea
Career Ready: Skills for international legal & business sectors
Flexible Options: Multiple universities available
Career Pathways
| Sector | Roles |
|---|---|
| Legal | International law firms, corporate counsel, judicial positions |
| Government | Foreign affairs, trade policy, immigration services |
| Business | International trade consulting, Asian market strategy |
| NGOs | Human rights advocacy, development organizations |
Entry Requirements
Academic: IB 24+ | A-Levels (3 subjects) | NCEA Level 3
English: IELTS 6.0 | TOEFL iBT 80 | PTE 50
Performance: Maintain GPA 3.5 to continue
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