Course Overview
Course Overview The Master of Philosophy (MPhil) in Law at the University of Waikato is a prestigious one-year research degree designed for in-depth, critical investigation into a significant legal topic. Under expert supervision, you will undertake a substantial research project that empowers you to understand not just how laws work, but why they are created and how they can be changed. Key Program Highlights One-year intensive research programme for accelerated academic advancement Supervised by leading legal scholars from a top-ranked New Zealand law school Develops expertise in critical analysis of legal systems and their societal impact Focuses on the creation, application, and reform of substantive law Empowers graduates with the skills to drive meaningful change in the legal landscape
Available Intakes
July 2026
CampusHamilton Campus
CityHamilton City
ModeFullTime
Duration12 Months
FeeNZD 45,064
July 2026
CampusHamilton Campus
CityHamilton City
ModeFullTime
Duration24 Months
FeeNZD 45,064
March 2026
CampusHamilton Campus
CityHamilton City
ModeFullTime
Duration12 Months
FeeNZD 45,064
March 2026
CampusHamilton Campus
CityHamilton City
ModeFullTime
Duration24 Months
FeeNZD 45,064
July 2026
CampusTauranga Campus
CityTauranga
ModeFullTime
Duration12 Months
FeeNZD 45,064
July 2026
CampusTauranga Campus
CityTauranga
ModeFullTime
Duration24 Months
FeeNZD 45,064
March 2026
CampusTauranga Campus
CityTauranga
ModeFullTime
Duration12 Months
FeeNZD 45,064
March 2026
CampusTauranga Campus
CityTauranga
ModeFullTime
Duration24 Months
FeeNZD 45,064