Candidates for a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Law must have an outstanding LLB(Hons) degree, or a Masters degree in Law with at least Second Class (First Division) honours, or the equivalent of one of these, and have demonstrated an ability to pursue a course of advanced independent research and study in law. The degree is governed by the general University PhD regulations. It is a thesis-only research degree usually requiring full-time study for three to four years at The University of Auckland. The degree is undertaken under supervision and candidates must complete a sustained course of advanced legal research resulting in the production of a substantial original thesis.

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