The University of Auckland (English name: University of Auckland, abbreviated as Auckland UoA), is the largest public research university in New Zealand, located in Auckland, founded on May 23, 1883, then known as Auckland University College (Auckland University College), is part of the University of New Zealand.
As New Zealand's largest city with a population of 1.6 million, Auckland is New Zealand's retail and commercial hub. The climate is mild, with warm summers and cool winters, with summers running from December to March. The city of Auckland is surrounded by 48 volcanoes and numerous picturesque islands, and to the west, the Waitacre Rainforest is the gateway to stunning West Coast surf beaches and abundant bush walks.
The harbour city of Auckland is also known as the 'City of Sails', with a huge number of yachts sailing the harbour and the adjoining Hauraki Gulf. Auckland has a rich, cosmopolitan population, with about 53% of residents of European descent, 28% Asian, 15% Pacific and 11% New Zealand Māori.
In 2021, the University of Auckland was awarded a new Māori name, Waipapa Taumata Rau, by the people of Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei at an official name-giving ceremony, representing the school's ongoing partnership with Māori and advocating for respect for Māori knowledge.
This new Māori name is actually a combination of 3 separate words. Waipapa is the place name of Auckland, the name of the University of Auckland is derived from the nearby coastline, as an important landing point in Waka, Waipapa is an important destination, marking arrival and beginning, reflecting new connections between people, but also the exchange of knowledge and teaching; Taumata is an inspiration for excellence and achievement, revealing the traits we need to succeed through hard work, ambition, and support; Rau means many or a hundred, and as the University of Auckland and its community are made up of many peaks, it also symbolizes the multiple journeys of life.
The motto of the University of Auckland is "Ingenio et Labore", which is freely translated from Latin and means "through natural ability and hard work". The University Coat of Arms (Coat of Arms) was awarded a Certificate of Patent on 15 February 1962 and is recorded in the Coat of Arms College in London. The coat of arms depicts three sandpipers (New Zealand's national bird), the open book is flanked by seven clasps, three stars express the idea of learning under the southern hemisphere sky, and the waves below represent Auckland's coastal location.
The University of Auckland is New Zealand's largest research institution, with more than 13,000 staff and postgraduate students engaged in basic and applied research, earning around NZ$230 million a year in research revenue. The University of Auckland has six campuses, namely:
(1) City Campus is located in the heart of Auckland, within walking distance of all major cultural, entertainment and business hubs;
(2) Newmarket Campus is a new five-hectare campus adjacent to Newmarket's main business district;
(3) Epsom Campus is the main campus of the Faculty of Education and Social Work, with about 3,500 students;
(4) Grafton Campus was originally established as a medical school and is home to the College of Medicine and Health Sciences;
(5) Tai Tokerau Campus is located in the heart of Whangarei City Centre, where about 200 students live and study. The campus offers a pre-university program and a post-secondary preparatory program;
(6) The South Auckland Campus is a place where you can complete a Bachelor of Education (Teaching) degree in Elementary Education, or prepare for a degree with a Foundation Studies Certificate or a New Beginnings course.
According to the University of Auckland's 2022 statistics, the school has a total of 35,828 students, including 8,680 postgraduate students and 26,604 female students. There are 38,012 local students and 8,277 international students. The top five countries for international students are China (5,433), India (319), South Korea (272), Malaysia (244), and the United States (207), with a total of 6,116 faculty members, of which 14% are professors and 13% are associate professors.
The University of Auckland is ranked in the World University Rankings:
● 2024 QS World University Rankings, ranked 68th;
●Ranked 300th in the 2023 ARWU World University Rankings;
●2023 TIMES World University Rankings, ranked 139th;
● Ranked 123rd in the 2023 U.S. News World University Rankings.
The University of Auckland has eight faculties, two large research institutes, and other institutions and centres that teach and teach:
● Auckland Law School
●Faculty of Arts
● Business School
●Faculty of Creative Arts and Industries
●Faculty of Education and Social Work
●Faculty of Engineering
●Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences
●Faculty of Science
The history of Auckland Law School and the law profession is closely linked to the history of the university itself. In 1883, Auckland University College was founded. That same year, Judge Seth Smith was appointed law lecturer here, and the law lecture began. In 1920, Ronald Algie (LLB 1913, LL.M. 1915) was appointed Chair Professor of Law for the first time.
In the early days of the Law School, the Old Choral Hall on Symonds Street was relocated to Pembridge House on Princes Street as it grew significantly in the '60s. After more than a decade of teaching on Prince Street, the Law School moved again to the first floor of the old Art/Library Building, but in the years that followed, the Law School's student population nearly doubled and had to relocate again to its current location in Eden Crescent.
The Faculty of Law has been located in Eden Crescent since 1992. It is located in the heart of Auckland's legal precinct, home to the Davis Law Library, close to the University of Auckland and the High Court. Building 801 is one of the buildings now used by the Faculty of Law, and in the parking lot next to the building, two fresh water springs can still be found to supply the garden and the necessities of life, which is a sacred spring for the Maori people and is still used for ceremonies. At the same time, Building 801 was formerly used by the High Court of New Zealand, and one of the courtrooms was preserved intact.
Auckland Law School is the No. 1 law school in New Zealand with unrivalled research excellence and is ranked 62nd in the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2023. Auckland Law School is also a globally connected school, offering a wealth of international exchange opportunities for faculty and students, and the School's partnership with the University of Cambridge is an important example of international connections. The partnership includes: student exchanges, where students from Auckland Law School can study an undergraduate course at the University of Cambridge for one year; Personnel exchanges, mutual visiting research relationships between the Faculty of Law and the University of Cambridge; Outstanding law undergraduates at Auckland Law School can pursue a master's degree at the University of Cambridge in the final semester of their undergraduate degree.
In addition to its partnership with the University of Cambridge, Auckland Law School has partnerships with many other countries, providing exchange opportunities at more than 30 law schools around the world. It also conducts student exchange activities at the Centre for Transnational Legal Studies in London, UK, a unique global partnership in the field of legal education. Law students also regularly travel to countries around the world for internships, including two notable internships at the Capitol Hill in Washington and the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade in Geneva. Students also regularly participate in moot courts, mediation, and other legal competitions around the world.
Auckland Law School offers the following full-time master's degree programs:
Master of Laws(LLM)
The course is designed to provide a high level of flexible legal study for both full-time and part-time students. Students can work and study at the same time to maintain a good learning momentum; It is also possible to study full-time to reach a higher level faster. LLM year-round enrollment. The programme allows for interdisciplinary study, with the possibility of taking one or two master's courses (maximum 30 points) from other faculties at the University of Auckland, providing students with skills in legal research methods without relevant background experience.
With more than 30 taught courses to choose from, it can focus on a specific area of specialization or study a wide range of legal subjects. The LLM can be completed through coursework, research, or a combination of both. There are 6 areas of specialization to choose from: Corporate and Commercial Law, Environmental Law, Human Rights Law, International Law, Litigation and Dispute Resolution, and Public Law. There are two types of courses to choose from: Taught (coursework) masters and Research masters.
Master of Taxation Studies (MTaxS)
It is the only college in New Zealand to offer a Master's degree in Tax Studies, which is designed for law and business graduates to pursue a career in tax advocacy or tax advisory in the future, and is designed to help law and business graduates navigate legal structures, tax systems, etc. It provides students with the opportunity to expand their knowledge of tax law, as well as the opportunity for practitioners to update and hone their knowledge of tax law. The course explains technical issues by scholars and practitioners in the field, covering mainly legislation and case law applicable to taxation, while also drawing on content from disciplines such as economics and accounting.
The course offers both full-time and part-time flexible learning options. There are two types of courses: Taught (coursework) masters and Combination taught and research masters.
Master of Legal Studies (MLS)
The course is designed for professionals with non-legal professional backgrounds who require some legal knowledge. Professionals such as working accountants and auditors, architects and town planners, business development managers, compliance managers, engineers, IT professionals, police and public sector personnel all benefit greatly from this course. The course offers both full-time and part-time flexible learning options. Interdisciplinary study is permitted with the option of taking one or two master's courses (maximum 30 points) from other faculties at the University of Auckland. In addition, the course provides relevant knowledge for students who lack advanced skills in legal research methods.
There are 6 areas of specialization to choose from: Corporate and Commercial Law, Environmental Law, Human Rights Law, International Law, Litigation and Dispute Resolution, and Public Law. There are two types of courses: Taught (coursework) masters and Combination Taught and Research masters.
Master of Intellectual Property (MIP)
The course is suitable for both law and non-law students who wish to gain advanced knowledge of intellectual property law in New Zealand and Australia. The programme consists of a range of specialist courses taught by leading IP law researchers and experienced IP practitioners. The course content is particularly appealing to those seeking to register as a patent attorney with the Trans-Tasman Intellectual Property Attorneys Board (TTIPAB) and aims to enhance knowledge and professional skills in intellectual property law and to meet the educational requirements for registration as a patent and trade mark attorney.
Students can also obtain a 60-point Graduate Certificate in Intellectual Property if they wish to obtain a shorter degree or graduation option. The course also offers part-time study and is recommended for working professionals.
University of Auckland Faculty of Law Regular Application Requirements for Master's Degree:
●Application deadline: Take the start of the 2024 semester as an example
(1) Master of Laws (LLM), Master of Taxation Studies (MTaxS), Master of Legal Studies (MLS):
First Semester 2024: December 8, 2023;
Second Semester 2024: July 4, 2024;
Year-end semester 2024: November 22, 2024.
(2) Master of Intellectual Property (MIP):
First Semester 2024: December 8, 2023;
Second Semester 2024: July 4, 2024.
●Bachelor's degree and background requirements: Applicants are required to have a four-year undergraduate degree in law or equivalent. GPE requirement of 5.0.
●Language Score Requirements:
▷ IELTS: minimum overall score of 7.0 and no less than 6.5 in each component.
●Application documents and materials:
1 copy is required, and the resume should contain the applicant's educational background, work experience, research experience, etc.;
Official transcripts are required and, if the applicant has graduated, original copies of graduation and academic qualifications.
It needs to be submitted, and the specific number of referees and requirements will be prompted by the college to provide additional documents after submitting the application.