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2018
Introduction to Law
Law.
Bachelor of Criminal Justice
Bachelor of Laws
80
INTERNS
HERE AND
ABROAD
Our Law students completed
80 internships in New Zealand
and overseas in 2016.
Contents
Why study at UC? Plan your degree Subject guide
1 Welcome from the Dean 8 Bachelor of Criminal Justice 14 Criminal Justice
2 Get ahead in the corporate world 9 Bachelor of Laws 15 Law
4 Real cases, real law, real world 10 Complementary and
6 At the forefront of criminal justice double degrees
11 Certificates More information
12 Graduate and postgraduate
options 13 Research that impacts on society
16 Specialisations and career 18 Employable and work ready
opportunities 20 Frequently asked questions
21 Other UC publications
Cover models: Tali Taulago (Bachelor of Laws) and
John Whitcombe (Bachelor of Laws and Bachelor of Arts in
History with a minor in French) practise their legal skills in a
mock trial in the School of Law moot court.
Welcome to the School of Law
Nau mai, haere mai The University of Canterbury (UC) The School is also home to
ki Te Rāngai Umanga me School of Law has over 130 years of New Zealand’s only Bachelor
experience in leading legal research of Criminal Justice degree. This
te Ture. and teaching. Internationally is proving a popular choice for
recognised with world-ranked students who are interested in
E ngā mana, e ngā reo, e academics, the School has built on taking a 360-degree look at the
ngā karangatanga maha, this tradition and its mission is to criminal justice system and its
Nei rā te whakamiha a te produce a new generation of highly processes. Our close links with
kura on ngā akoranga ture employable, community-focused employers in the field provide
ki a koutou. professionals who will learning opportunities outside
Tēnā koutou katoa. make a difference to the world. the classroom too.
UC Law offers a ground-breaking Please do not hesitate to get in
programme of clinical legal touch with a Student Advisor
education as part of the Bachelor or our Liaison team if you have
of Laws. Students engage with civil any questions at all about
society, the legal profession, and undergraduate study at UC.
the wider business community
through internships and a student-
run community advice service.
Professor Ursula Cheer
Dean, School of Law
www.canterbury.ac.nz 1
Get ahead in the corporate world Photo: UC Law graduate Matt Davidson is a solicitor at Canterbury-based firm Tavendale and Partners which specialises in commercial law and agri-business. 2 2018 Introduction to Law
UC’s School of Law is a leader in
producing students who go on to
productive careers in the competitive
world of corporate law.
Prepare for a corporate law career
About half our graduates choose to work in
law firms, many specialising in corporate or
commercial law in New Zealand or overseas.
We offer a wide range of commercial law
options as well as courses that focus on
developing real-world skills such as client
interviewing, advocacy and negotiation.
Close connection with business
The School of Law is part of the College of
Business and Law, so our lecturers and tutors
are closely connected to the business world.
Many UC students choose to study law and
commerce as a double degree, and graduates
are sought after in careers such as insurance,
accountancy, banking, finance and business.
Get close to corporate law firms
Matt Davidson completed a Bachelor of
Laws and a Bachelor of Arts with a major
in History in 2014. He is now working as
a solicitor at Canterbury-based law firm
Tavendale and Partners, which specialises in
commercial law and agri-business.
Matt found studying Law at UC gave him a
sound theoretical and practical introduction
to practising commercial law. After studying
a corporate law course, he says, “I worked
in my holidays during my last year at uni
— this gave me a taste of corporate law and
confirmed that it was an area of law I wanted
to specialise in.”
www.canterbury.ac.nz 3
Real cases, real law, real world Photo: Forest Taane Morton (Bachelor of Arts in Political Science with a minor in Psychology, and a Bachelor of Laws) undertook an internship at the Police Prosecution Service over summer: “I have a strong desire to see positive change in New Zealand’s justice system.” 4 2018 Introduction to Law
Law is a career choice where you
could be helping people on a daily
basis. You will gain a high level of
professional knowledge at UC coupled
with work-ready skills from applying
that knowledge.
Real cases: internships
With one of the largest Law internship
courses of any New Zealand law school, this
UC course and the clinical and community
work experience available can really give
your CV the edge over other graduates.
Previous internships have included work
with the town and city councils, law firms,
government agencies such as the Department
of Conservation and Child, Youth and Family
national office. UC Law students can also
apply for internships overseas, such as in
Washington DC.
Real law: clinics
The School has a partnership with
Community Law Canterbury (CLC) and
UC students play a big part in delivering free
legal advice, information and representation
to over 18,000 people a year. Students have
the opportunity to contribute to law reform
and can choose clinics in their areas
of interest.
Real world: community engagement
In addition to gaining a degree of outstanding
quality, UC Law students are involved in
dealing with real people with real problems,
helping the community and gaining critical
practical skills in the process. UC encourages
all Law students to complete volunteer work
in the community before graduating, whether
through internships, assisting the CLC
or other ways of applying knowledge learned
in lectures.
www.canterbury.ac.nz 5
Photo: In 2015 Annabel Frost graduated as UC’s first recipient of the Bachelor of Criminal Justice. While studying at UC, Annabel undertook an internship in Thailand. “It was an amazing experience and one of the highlights of my time at UC.” At the forefront of criminal justice 6 2018 Introduction to Law
UC offers the only Bachelor
of Criminal Justice degree in
New Zealand and this vocational
qualification is the perfect entry
to a rewarding career in a growing
international field.
So, what is Criminal Justice?
Criminology primarily focuses on the
theory and sociology of crime and is often
less concerned with practical issues.
The Bachelor of Criminal Justice (BCJ),
however, builds on academic theories
and research of crime and its causes,
before going on to assess the criminal
justice process itself; the law, policies and
institutions which make up this system.
Why study this subject at UC?
UC is the only New Zealand university
that offers a degree in Criminal Justice.
Therefore, obtaining a BCJ qualification
presents graduates with unique job
opportunities in the crime and justice
sectors and in an area of growing
international popularity.
The innovative degree programme draws
on UC’s highly regarded expertise in
Sociology, Criminal Law, Human Services
and Psychology.
Vocational career openings
UC enjoys close links with employers.
BCJ graduates will be well-suited for
careers in all aspects of criminal justice,
including roles in the New Zealand Police,
Ministry of Justice and Department of
Corrections. Their skills and knowledge
will also be valuable for careers in areas
such as probation and parole, in policy,
forensics, public and private investigation,
and security.
www.canterbury.ac.nz 7
Bachelor of Criminal Justice BCJ
The Bachelor of Criminal Justice is Bachelor of Criminal Justice – typical degree structure
unique in New Zealand, the first Year 1
degree of its kind that combines CRJU
101
HSRV
103
HSRV
104
PSYC
105
PSYC
106
MAOR 165
or 108
LAWS
101
multidisciplinary academic study
Year 2
with a strong vocational focus.
CRJU1 CRJU 201 or MAOR HSRV SOCI PHIL 200 200
Criminal Justice studies take a 360-degree look 202 SOCI 218 219 210 293 139 Level Level2
at the whole criminal justice system and its Year 3
processes, including governance, enforcement,
rehabilitation and improvement. The degree CRJU 301 or CRJU 302 or SOCI 358 300 300 300 200 200
LAWS 366 Level Level Level Level Level
draws together UC’s expertise in criminology,
sociology, developmental and abnormal Compulsory core courses BCJ (Schedule B) elective courses
psychology, policing, criminal law
and procedure, and human services. 1 You must pass either LAWS 202 (30 points) or CRJU 202 (15 points).
2 If LAWS 202 passed, then 45 points from BCJ Schedule B at 200-level. If CRJU 202 passed, then 60 points from BCJ Schedule B
UC enjoys close links with employers in at 200-level.
the crime and justice fields. For the BCJ course schedule visit www.canterbury.ac.nz/regulations/award/bcj_regs.shtml
Each small block represents a 15-point course. Large blocks represent 30-point courses.
Recommended preparation
The BCJ does not require a background in any
In the second year students must take either Career opportunities
75 or 90 compulsory 200-level points,
specific subject at school and is open to all Graduates of UC's Bachelor of Criminal Justice
depending on whether students take CRJU 202
students with entry to the University. degree will have an edge over others in
Criminal Law and Procedure (15 points) or
the crime and justice job markets in an
LAWS 202 Criminal Law (30 points). The
Degree structure remaining 200-level points, to reach a total of
area of national need and growing
international specialisation.
The Bachelor of Criminal Justice requires 120 or 135* points for the second year, will be
selected from a list of prescribed electives. The BCJ will prepare you for a career in all
360 points. These are made up of:
The remaining 100-level points may be included. aspects of criminal justice, in particular roles
• a series of 15 compulsory courses (comprising within the New Zealand Police, Ministry of
either 255 or 270* points) At third year there are 45 compulsory points,
Justice and Department of Corrections. The
with a choice of 45 points at 300-level from the
• the remainder of the points taken from a list degree is also relevant to work in many other
list of prescribed electives, to reach a total of
of prescribed electives. government departments including prisons,
90 points. The remaining 30 points at 200-level
In the first year students will take 120 points, probation and parole; criminal justice policy;
are from the list of prescribed electives.
as indicated in the diagram (the remaining forensics; public and private investigation and
For the full degree requirements see the security; and social work.
15 points of 100-level courses would usually be
Regulations for the BCJ at
taken in the second year). All 100-level courses For further career information, please go to
www.canterbury.ac.nz/regulations
are compulsory. The multidisciplinary courses www.canterbury.ac.nz/careers
include studies of History, Human Services,
Double degrees
Criminal Justice, Philosophy, Psychology, More information
Law, Sociology, Linguistics, and Māori and It is possible to combine a BCJ degree with a
Indigenous Studies. School of Law
second degree, such as Arts, Law or Science.
T: +64 3 369 3598
Normally you can complete a double degree
E: law-enquiries@canterbury.ac.nz
(BCJ plus three-year degree) in five years
www.laws.canterbury.ac.nz
and an LLB plus three-year degree in
five and a half years, but some combinations
may take longer. If you want to enrol for a
double degree you should consult the Liaison
* The difference of 15 points relates to whether you enrol in
LAWS 202 or CRJU 202. BCJ/LLB double degree students take
Office or the student advisory staff in the
LAWS 202. School of Law and the other College.
8 2018 Introduction to LawBachelor of Laws LLB
UC School of Law’s mission Bachelor of Laws – typical degree structure
statement is ‘the internationally Year 1
recognised, professionally LAWS LAWS 100 1 100 100 100 100
101 110 Level Level Level Level Level
relevant, community focused
Law School’. Year 2
200 200 200 200
Students gain a professional degree of Level Level Level Level
outstanding quality in four years. In addition,
Year 3
Bachelor of Laws (LLB) students deal with
real people with real problems as part of the 200 LAWS 300 300 300 300 300
innovative clinical studies programme at UC.
Level 301 Level Level Level Level Level
By helping the community, our students hone Year 4
critical practical skills in the process. 300 300 300 300 300 300 300 300
Level Level Level Level Level Level Level Level
Recommended preparation
Compulsory Law courses Optional Law courses Non-Law courses
The study of Law does not require a background
in any specific subject at school and entry to the 1 May include CRJU 101.
first year of the Bachelor of Laws (LLB) is open to Each small block represents a 15-point course. Large blocks represent 30 point courses.
all students with University Entrance.
You will need to have good reading, writing and In their third and fourth years, students will Further study
analytical skills. Subjects such as English, drama, take LAWS 301 Equity and Trusts and any other
remaining compulsory courses, plus the If you want to differentiate your qualification
economics, te reo Māori, languages, history and but do not want to complete a double degree,
classical studies are useful preparation. 13 optional Law courses. LAWS 398 Legal Ethics
is required if you later wish to be admitted as a you could consider postgraduate study.
Barrister and Solicitor. Postgraduate options include:
Degree structure • Master of Laws
The LLB is made up of the following: Double degrees • Master of Laws (International Law and Politics)
• eight compulsory Law courses Many Law students also study towards a second • Doctor of Philosophy.
• 13 optional Law courses degree, with the BA, BCom and BSc the most
• 75 points of non-Law courses popular. The Bachelor of Criminal Justice (BCJ) Career opportunities
(five 100-level courses). degree is also a good fit as a double degree with
With one of the largest Law internship courses
the LLB.
In the first year students must take: of any New Zealand law school, this UC course
If you are considering a double degree you and the clinical and community work experience
• LAWS 101 Legal System: Legal Method and
should get advice from the School of Law or available can really give your résumé the edge
Institutions (30 points)
the Liaison Office. See below for contact details over other graduates.
• LAWS 110 Legal Foundations, Research and and page 10 for more information about
Writing (15 points) Graduates can become a practice solicitor,
double degrees.
in-house lawyer or a self-employed barrister.
• and up to 75 points from other For the full degree requirements see Recent UC graduates have also found roles as
degree courses.* the Regulations for the LLB at research counsel, judge’s clerk, policy analyst
www.canterbury.ac.nz/regulations and Māori development advisor.
Limited entry into second year
Legal skills of research, writing, analysis and
With good grades in LAWS 101 and LAWS 110 Bachelor of Laws Honours reasoning are highly prized in many professions
(normally at least a B) students can advance such as politics, policy, public service, foreign
Students who achieve a satisfactory standard in
into 200-level Law courses, all of which are affairs, journalism, publishing, immigration
their first two years of study may be invited to
subject to limited entry. In their second year, and business.
enter the honours programme. If you meet the
students who have completed the 75 points at
criteria you can enrol in three additional For further career information, please go to
100-level will take four of the five compulsory
Law courses: www.canterbury.ac.nz/careers
200-level courses (Public Law, Criminal Law,
Law of Contract, Law of Torts and Land Law). • LAWS 410 Advanced Research Skills
Those who have not completed the 75 points at • LAWS 420 Honours Research Paper More information
100-level will take the remainder of those, plus • LAWS 430 Honours Dissertation. School of Law
fewer 200-level courses. T: +64 3 369 3598
* Please note ACIS 152, ACCT 152, ACIS 252 and ACCT 252 are E: law-enquiries@canterbury.ac.nz
not approved courses. www.laws.canterbury.ac.nz
www.canterbury.ac.nz 9Complementary and double degrees
‘I wanted to take on both
[Law and Sport Coaching
degrees] because to me
I see the Law degree as
something that will open
up a lot of doors, and
coaching is something that
I thoroughly enjoy doing.
So if I can combine the
two in a career then
it should make for an
enjoyable outcome.’
Matthew McClurg
Studying towards a Bachelor of Laws
and a Bachelor of Sport Coaching with
an endorsement in Leadership
Studying Law requires you to • Bachelor of Commerce subjects — From Students enrolling in an LLB/BA, LLB/BCom,
financial markets to the latest management LLB/BCJ or LLB/BSc must include LAWS 101 and
study other non-Law courses practices and the rapidly expanding world of LAWS 110 in their first year. If they are seeking to
to complete your degree. And if online commerce, studying Business at UC complete in the minimum time, they must also
you credit these courses towards gives you the knowledge and skills to succeed complete the 75-point, non-Law component of
another degree, then you may in a global business environment. For more the LLB in the first year.
information, see the 2018 Introduction to
complete some combinations in Business booklet. Other double degree combinations
five years. • Bachelor of Product Design — Product The BSpC degree is flexible and students may
As well as allowing you to explore other Design combines creative design, science, wish to combine it with the study of a BA,
subjects, studying non-Law courses can form engineering and business studies. For more BCom, BSc or even an LLB or BCJ.
the basis of a double degree, or provide the information, see the 2018 Introduction to If you are interested in studying two degrees at
foundation for another degree should you Engineering booklet. the same time or consecutively you should seek
not continue with Law. Within the BCJ degree, advice from each relevant College or School.
students can study courses from Human Double degrees
Services, Māori and Indigenous Studies, You may enrol in two degrees at the same time More information
Philosophy, Psychology and Sociology. and cross-credit (share) courses in common School of Law
up to a maximum of 120 points. Certain T: +64 3 369 3598
Complementary subjects combinations of degrees do allow additional E: law-enquiries@canterbury.ac.nz
There are a number of relevant and related cross-credits or exemptions. www.laws.canterbury.ac.nz
subjects that could sit alongside your LLB or
BCJ degree to help you stand out and start a LLB/BA, LLB/BCom, LLB/BCJ, LLB/BSc
successful career. A typical LLB/BA, LLB/BCom, LLB/BCJ or
These include: LLB/BSc double degree may be completed in
five to five and a half years, although this may
• Bachelor of Arts subjects — With over involve increased course loads in some years.
25 major subjects to choose from and Students need to plan their courses carefully to
spanning the humanities, social sciences, avoid overload.
languages and creative arts, UC Arts courses
allow you to follow your passion and gain
valuable skills. For more information, see the
2018 Introduction to Arts booklet.
10 2018 Introduction to LawCertificates
Certificate in Criminal Justice Certificate in University CUP courses
For those wanting a career change into the Preparation The certificate comprises four courses:
criminal justice fields, who are only available to BRDG 006 and three optional courses.
The Certificate in University Preparation (CUP)
study part-time, or not wanting to study the full is a one-semester programme designed for Course Course title
Criminal Justice degree, this certificate is the students who do not meet the requirements code
best option for you. The Certificate in Criminal for University Entrance or who have been out of BRDG 006 Academic Communication and
Justice (CertCJ) is also a professionally relevant study for a substantial period. Study Skills*
qualification for those already employed within BRDG 011 Individuals in Society
Students who successfully complete the
the sector who wish to enhance their current BRDG 014 Teacher Education and
programme will be eligible to apply for entry to Educational Studies
skills and knowledge.
100-level degree courses at UC. BRDG 016 Mathematics Part One
CUP intakes are in February, June and November. BRDG 017 Mathematics Part Two
Certificate in Criminal Justice –
possible structure CUP welcomes students who: BRDG 018 Statistics: Data and Probability
BRDG 019 Statistics: Probability Distributions
Year 1 Level • have recently finished Year 13 programmes but and Inference
CRJU 100 100 100 missed University Entrance BRDG 023 Chemistry
101 Level Level Level
• are under 20 and left school without BRDG 024 Physics
Core course
Optional courses from the Bachelor University Entrance BRDG 025 Biology
of Criminal Justice degree schedule A,
except for LAWS 101
• have been out of study for a number of years BRDG 028 Accounting
Each block represents a 15-point course.
and want to refresh their study skills and BRDG 029 Economics
obtain further background knowledge before BRDG 031 Invitation to Law (summer only)
beginning a degree programme BRDG 034 Special Topic: Making the World a
The certificate comprises four courses
Better Place: Ideals and Realities
(a minimum of 60 points) at 100-level, and • are New Zealand or Australian Citizens or
BRDG 035 Special Topic: Pacific Migration,
can be completed in in a minimum of one Permanent Residents who are proficient European Expansion and the
semester full-time or up to a maximum of in English. Treaty of Waitangi
four years part-time. Credit can be transferred to If you are under 18 you must meet the literacy * Compulsory.
the Bachelor of Criminal Justice, provided and numeracy requirements for University
you have not graduated with the certificate. Entrance and provide evidence of support More information
To study the certificate you must meet the entry from your school. For more information
UC Liaison
requirements of the University. about eligibility go to
T: 0800 VARSITY (827 748)
For more information on courses available for www.canterbury.ac.nz/transitions/cup
E: liaison@canterbury.ac.nz
the Certificate in Criminal Justice go to www.canterbury.ac.nz/transitions/cup
www.canterbury.ac.nz/courses Programme structure and duration
The CUP programme helps students to develop
More information the skills necessary for successful university
study, including study and time management
School of Law skills; oral and written communication skills;
T: +64 3 369 3598 analytical, critical and problem-solving skills;
E: law-enquiries@canterbury.ac.nz and interpersonal, group and teamwork skills.
www.laws.canterbury.ac.nz
The CUP programme is delivered in partnership
with Hagley College. The core course BRDG 006
Academic Communication and Study Skills is
delivered by Hagley College on their campus in
the February and June intakes.
While it is desirable to complete the CUP
full-time in one semester, it is possible to
study part-time. Students who want to enrol
in one or more CUP courses are able to do
this by enrolling in a Certificate of Proficiency
Preparatory (COP PREP).
www.canterbury.ac.nz 11Graduate and postgraduate options
Study specialist areas and/or
broaden your research
The School has a particularly strong reputation
in the fields of International Law and Governance
and, in conjunction with the Department of
Political Science and International Relations,
offers a unique integrated master’s programme
in International Law and Politics. Students also
have the opportunity to further their studies in
areas of specific expertise offered by the School.
Alongside the specialist taught programme, the
School also offers a variety of research-focused
degrees. The general Master of Laws (LLM) offers
students the chance to undertake short research
papers in three subject areas or a single thesis
option. There is also a PhD programme.
Additional benefits at UC
• The School of Law has a comprehensive
clinical legal programme, led by the
Director of Clinical Legal Studies.
• Postgraduate students are welcomed as an
integral part of the Law School and enjoy Research Career opportunities
the collegial atmosphere between students The School of Law has two research clusters — Postgraduate study allows you to develop
and staff. The Law Students’ Society has over the Centre for Commercial and Corporate Law in-depth expertise in particular fields of legal
800 members and is very active, organising and the International and Comparative Law specialisation, broaden your knowledge in a
many social events throughout the year. Group — both of which welcome postgraduate range of legal subjects, and combine law study
• The Māori Law Students’ Association, involvement. with related disciplines.
Te Pūtairiki, provides a supportive The School has strong international links and Postgraduate study can lead to careers in the
environment for Māori Law students. students are encouraged and supported in legal profession, the public sector and
developing their international research profile. non-governmental organisations among
many other career paths. Our alumni include
leading academics and policy makers in
New Zealand and abroad.
Qualification Description Requires Start date Duration
Graduate Diploma The GradDipCJ allows you to further your study A bachelor's degree February 1 year
in Criminal Justice with a vocationally oriented qualification in or entry to a full-time;
GradDipCJ Criminal Justice. bachelor's degree. 2 years
part-time
Master of Laws LLM The LLM degree is flexible and offers a wide choice LLB (or equivalent) with February or July; or 1–2 years
of topics for specialised research. Students will good grades. anytime start for full-time;
develop in-depth expertise through the conduct thesis-only 2–4 years
of research under the supervision of staff. part-time
It may be taken by thesis, or a combination of
research papers.
Master of Laws Designed for students who wish to develop LLB (or equivalent) with February or July 1–2 years
(International specialist knowledge in international law and good grades. full-time;
Law and Politics) politics. Students take courses in international 2–4 years
LLM(IntLaw&Pols) law and international politics, plus a dissertation. part-time
The degree prepares students for careers in the
diplomatic service, specialised legal practice,
government, international organisations,
non-governmental organisations and the military.
12 2018 Introduction to LawResearch that impacts on society
Photo: Dr Christian Riffel, Senior Lecturer.
Dr Riffel is an expert in international law, EU
law, and international trade. He teaches some
undergraduate courses: “My teaching is driven
by what skills a law student needs in order to
succeed in the profession.”
Law, as an applied discipline, Impacting our legal future: “If we don’t start thinking about these issues
means research that influences responding to natural disasters now, then we are going to be in real trouble
in the future,” Dr Wilson says. This project is
policy and the profession can The 2010 and 2011 Christchurch earthquakes supported by a grant from the New Zealand
make a big impact on society. changed the face of our city. Professors Jeremy Law Foundation.
Finn and Elizabeth Toomey are leading a project
investigating the legal issues that arise from
At the forefront nationally natural disasters. This project explored issues
Impacting our legal future:
Within the School of Law our teaching is arising from the Christchurch earthquakes improving legal education
research-led and helps equip students with the as well as the 2011 earthquake in Japan and The Socio-Legal Research Group at the School
knowledge to make a difference. Our lecturers flooding disasters in the US and Canada. of Law is exploring new methods of good
are leading researchers in New Zealand and The aim of the project was to mitigate risks and practice for teaching legal skills. The Group
respected internationally for the important enhance recovery by providing a “disaster-proof has completed a project on effective large
textbooks they write and their role as public best practice” model, which incorporates both group teaching and is currently undertaking
commentators on the law. necessary changes and ways in which lawyers a longitudinal study designed to support
and their clients can prepare for future natural the development of a student profile for LLB
Impacting our legal future: disasters. Professors Finn and Toomey have degrees taught at New Zealand universities.
genetics and the law edited a book entitled Legal Response to Natural The Group has presented its findings at law
Disasters published by Thompson Reuters in schools around New Zealand and has published
“Genetics and neuroscience are going to change
2015. Their project received funding from the reports. Its work has been supported by funding
the justice system… we need to know what the
New Zealand Law Foundation and the UC from Ako Aotearoa Southern Hub.
science is telling us in order to consider the legal
Centre of Commercial and Corporate Law.
issues,” says Dr Debra Wilson, UC Associate
Professor and Researcher. Practical and innovative
Dr Wilson has written a book looking at the
Impacting our legal future: The UC School of Law has a strong reputation
legal and ethical issues raised by scientific rethinking surrogacy laws in the traditional areas of law such as contract,
research into a ‘criminal gene’, and how this A team of UC legal academics led by Dr Debra tort, land and criminal law. It also offers
affects our criminal justice system. Wilson, UC Associate Professor and Researcher, innovative courses in areas such as media law,
is looking at the legal, ethical, cultural international human rights law, and gender
and societal implications of surrogacy and the law. See pages 16–17 for more areas
arrangements in New Zealand and overseas. of specialisation.
The project is interdisciplinary and includes
researchers from the areas of philosophy,
health, sociology and anthropology.
www.canterbury.ac.nz 13Subjects
Criminal Justice CRJU 101 is a compulsory introductory level
course designed to engage students with the
BCJ, CertCJ criminal justice field and to equip them with the
Criminal Justice looks at the criminal justice basic knowledge and understanding necessary
process and the treatment of offenders and for advanced level study.
victims. It is a multi-disciplinary field of study
which seeks to draw together elements of many Double degree combinations
areas, including: Students can combine study of a BCJ with
that of another degree, making it a popular
• policing
combination eg, with the Bachelor of Laws
• developmental and abnormal psychology or the Bachelor of Arts. These double degree
• criminal law and procedure combinations can usually be completed in five
• sentencing and the treatment of years (BA/BCJ) to five and a half years (BCJ/LLB).
convicted offenders. If you wish to pursue a double degree, speak
with a Liaison Officer or advisory staff in the
Criminology, which forms a subset of topics School of Law and other relevant college.
within Criminal Justice, primarily focuses on the
theory and sociology of crime and is often less 200-level and beyond
concerned with practical issues. The Bachelor
CRJU 201 Crime and Justice is a compulsory ‘There’s an increasing
of Criminal Justice (BCJ) however, builds on
academic theories of crime and its causes and course for the BCJ. This course introduces level of youth crime in
the research that underpins those theories, students to criminological theory and New Zealand and I wanted
before going on to assess the criminal justice demonstrates how these theories can be applied to make a difference.
to understanding of crime in New Zealand.
process itself; the law, policies and institutions I want to work in criminal
that make up this system. Criminal Justice courses at 200 and 300-level psychology and study
cover a range of topics including sentencing
Why study Criminal Justice at UC? policy and practice, theories of policing and
crime or theories around
their effects on criminal justice policy, as well crime. I enjoy that there
The three-year BCJ degree is the only
qualification of its kind in the country so the as familiarity with the range of police powers is a demand and relevance
opportunities presented to students are unique of search and arrest. Research essay courses are to a society I live in — it is
and help give graduates an edge in the available at both 200 and 300-level, enabling not only motivating but
New Zealand crime and justice sectors as well as you to undertake in-depth study of areas of
also extremely interesting.
interest in the criminal justice field. For more
in an area of growing international popularity.
information on courses beyond first year go to Embrace it — it’s such a
The innovative degree programme draws on www.canterbury.ac.nz/courses new developing area of
UC’s internationally recognised expertise work which allows so
in Sociology, Criminal Law, History, Human
Services and Psychology.
Further study much diversity.’
UC offers a one-year Graduate Diploma in
The Criminal Justice programme enjoys close Criminal Justice for graduates (other than BCJ Tori McNoe
links with employers in the crime and justice graduates) from a variety of backgrounds Te Arawa
fields and has received enthusiastic support looking to update or retrain for employment in Studying towards a Bachelor of
from the New Zealand Police, Department of this field. Criminal Justice and a Bachelor of Arts
Corrections and Ministry of Justice. Teachers and in Psychology
tutors will challenge you to interpret legislation, Career opportunities
examine what works well with current policies
and identify opportunities for reform. You will find a degree in Criminal Justice
will prepare you for careers in all aspects of For further career information, please go to
Due to the vocational nature of the degree, criminal justice, in particular, roles within the www.canterbury.ac.nz/careers
there is the potential to study while employed in New Zealand Police, Ministry of Justice and
the area to increase professional competencies. Department of Corrections. Your Criminal Contact
Justice degree is also likely to be applicable to School of Law
100-level courses working in many government departments, T: +64 3 369 3598
Course code Course title including prisons, probation and parole, in E: law-enquiries@canterbury.ac.nz
CRJU 101 Introduction to Criminal Justice criminal justice policy, forensics, customs or www.laws.canterbury.ac.nz
public and private investigation and security.
14 2018 Introduction to LawLaw Community and international partnerships
• There are numerous scholarships, prizes and
Diversity and flexibility characterise third and
fourth-year Law. There is an array of optional
LLB courses, which cover a broad range of areas
overseas exchange opportunities, including an
As a Law student, you will learn how to think internship to the United States Congress. including commercial law, family law, media
critically, analyse complex facts and issues, and law, international law, human rights law, law
• Law firms and other employers come to the and medicine, property and environmental law.
persuade by logical argument. You will gain
School each year to recruit summer clerks
a comprehensive grounding in working with Students may also take other highly specialised
and graduates.
statutes, cases and other legal materials. You courses, such as law and sport, world trade law,
will understand about the law in its wider social, • The School of Law has a direct link to trial advocacy, gender and the law, and law of
political and historical contexts. Community Law Canterbury giving students the sea.
the opportunity to assist real people with
real problems. For more information on courses beyond first
Why study Law at UC? year go to www.canterbury.ac.nz/courses
UC's School of Law is the internationally • Many Law students choose to become active
in groups like Women's Refuge or See the Bachelor of Laws on page 9 for details of
recognised, professionally relevant, community
Amnesty International. the Bachelor of Laws Honours.
focused Law School in New Zealand. UC is rated
in the top 150 universities in the world for Law • The Director of Clinical Legal Studies at UC Further study
(QS World University Rankings by Subject, 2017). supervises internships and community
We have been producing outstanding legal placement opportunities for UC Law students, Law graduates wishing to seek admission
graduates for over 130 years. making sure students are work-ready when as a Barrister and Solicitor of the High Court
they graduate. of New Zealand are required to undertake a
The School's lecturers are respected
Professional Legal Studies course following
internationally, write important textbooks and
Recommended preparation completion of their LLB. This is administered by
act as public commentators on the law. Many
institutions which are independent of
Law teachers maintain close contact with The study of Law does not require a background the universities.
the legal profession and local professionals in any specific subject at school and entry to the
contribute to the School of Law's curriculum. first year of the Bachelor of Laws (LLB) is open to Options for postgraduate study include the
International visitors to the School provide all students with University Entrance. Master of Laws, Master of Laws in International
specialist courses on a regular basis and Law and Politics and the Doctor of Philosophy
You will need to have good reading, writing (PhD) degree in Law.
students are able to attend guest lectures by and analytical skills. Subjects such as English,
Supreme Court Judges. drama, economics, te reo Māori, languages, Career opportunities
history and classical studies are
The Law School environment Law degrees are popular because of the value
useful preparation.
The School of Law is housed in a modern placed on core legal skills and the career
building with purpose-built tutorial and 100-level courses opportunities available to graduates. UC Law
lecture rooms, and a specially designed Moot graduates can be found among the judiciary
Court room, which is regularly used for client Course code Course title and at all levels of the legal profession, across
interviewing, witness examination, mooting LAWS 101 Legal System: Legal Method New Zealand and the world.
and Institutions
and negotiation competitions. Employers are increasingly seeking work-ready
LAWS 110 Legal Foundations, Research
Law students enjoy the collegial atmosphere and Writing graduates. Law students at Canterbury have
within the School, where they get to know each the opportunity to participate in a variety of
other and the staff well. In addition to LAWS 101 and LAWS 110, students internships and community placements which
must successfully complete 75 points of courses will satisfy this requirement.
• LAWSOC, the Law Students' Society, has over from other UC degrees. CRJU 101 Introduction to
800 members and is very active, organising Criminal Justice may be included in these. Refer Graduates can become a practice solicitor,
academic support, social activities, a range to the Bachelor of Laws on page 9 for in-house lawyer or a self-employed barrister.
of competitions and other events eg, the Law more information. Recent UC graduates also found roles as
Revue, the Law Ball and the Leavers' Dinner. research counsel, judge’s clerk, policy analyst
This freedom of choice in first-year Law allows and Māori development advisor.
• The Māori Law Students' Association, students to try various subjects before making
Te Pūtairiki, provides a supportive a final decision about the degree or degrees Legal skills of research, writing, analysis and
environment, fostering academic excellence they intend to complete. Students intending to reasoning are highly prized in many professions
among Māori Law students and organising complete a double degree will choose non-Law such as politics, policy, public service, foreign
cultural and social events. courses needed for progression in their affairs, journalism, publishing, immigration
• The UC Pasifika Law Students’ Association is other degree. and business.
a society dedicated to providing support and For further career information, please go to
fostering networks for Pasifika Law students, 200-level and beyond www.canterbury.ac.nz/careers
both on campus and with other campuses. Good grades (normally at least a B) in LAWS 101
The group was formed in 2016 following a and LAWS 110 are necessary to advance into
Contact
student trip to the Pasifika Law and Culture second-year Law. Refer to the Bachelor of Laws School of Law
Conference in Wellington. on page 9 for details of second-year study. T: +64 3 369 3598
E: law-enquiries@canterbury.ac.nz
www.laws.canterbury.ac.nz
www.canterbury.ac.nz 15Specialisations and career opportunities
In the third and fourth years of a Community Law
Law degree at UC you have a wide Community Law is concerned with advising
range of options and can choose people who cannot afford to engage
to specialise in one or more of the aotherwise
lawyer from a law firm or who are
disadvantaged.
following areas. Law graduates who are interested in this kind
of work are most likely to find employment in
Areas of specialisation in Law community law centres or with activist groups.
Some 300-level Law courses cross the Those wishing to specialise in this area would
boundaries between specialisations, underpin consider options from Family Law, Commercial
basic legal concepts or inform the nature of Law I: Sales and Consumer Law, Commercial
legal practice. These courses are: Law II: Personal Property Security and Credit,
• Jurisprudence Insolvency Law, Insurance Law, Landlord and
• New Zealand and Colonial Legal History Tenant, Immigration and Refugee Law, and
• Legislation: Law-making for the Employment Law.
Twenty-first Century
• Legal Ethics* Criminal Justice
‘I would love to contribute,
• Evidence.** Criminal Justice is concerned primarily with the even if only in a small
functioning of the criminal justice system.
way, to the Christchurch
Commercial Law and Litigation Law graduates interested in this field might find
rebuild. I’m particularly
employment in legal practice, the Crown Law
Commercial Law deals with all legal matters
Office, the Ministry of Justice, the Probation passionate about family
connected with commercial business
transactions including business structures, Service, community law centres or the and property law, but one
issue of shares, contracts, sale of property, New Zealand Police. of the many benefits of
loans, taxation, insurance and related matters. Those wishing to specialise in this area would a Law degree from UC is
Law graduates interested in these fields are consider options from Evidence, Bill of Rights, that it has given me the
most likely to find employment in law firms, International Criminal Law, Trial Advocacy, opportunity to get a strong
share brokers, accountancy firms, insurance Crime and Justice^, Prisons and Corrections^. grounding in a variety of
companies, banks, government or
different legal topics.’
private businesses. Employment and
Those wishing to specialise in this area Industrial Law Ryan Keen
would consider options from Company Law, Employment and Industrial Law deals with Ngāi Tahu
Commercial Law I: Sales and Consumer Law, employment contracts, health and safety, Bachelor of Laws
Commercial Law II: Personal Property Security taxation and social security. Bachelor of Arts in English and History
& Credit, Insurance Law, Law of Agency, Commercial and Property Solicitor,
Competition Law, Conflict of Laws, European Law graduates interested in these fields might
Cocoran French Lawyers
Union Law, Insolvency Law, Intellectual Property find employment in commercial organisations,
Law, Selected Issues in Taxation. accountancy firms, community law centres
and other advisory agencies, employers’
organisations, employment advocates or
Commercial Litigation trade unions.
Commercial Litigation is concerned with the Those wishing to specialise in this area would
settlement of commercial disputes. In addition consider options from Employment Law,
to the Commercial Law options, those Immigration and Refugee Law, and Selected
wishing to specialise in this area would choose Issues in Taxation.
options from Evidence, Trial Advocacy and
Civil Litigation.
* Legal Ethics is a compulsory course for those wishing to
enter legal practice.
** Evidence is recommended for inclusion in any area of
specialisation involving appearances before a court
or tribunal.
^ Courses offered by the School of Language, Social
and Political Sciences. Discuss with the School of Law’s
Academic Manager or Assistant Dean (Students).
16 2018 Introduction to LawGeneral Practice Environmental Law
General Practice is conducted mainly by small to Environmental Law deals with matters relating
medium-sized law firms. They deal with a wide to national and international environmental
range of concerns including property law, family protection and sustainable management of
law, commercial and consumer law, criminal resources, including Māori resources.
law, trusts, wills and estates. Law graduates in this field are most likely
Law graduates interested in General Practice are to find employment in private practice, iwi
most likely to find employment with law firms organisations, or central and local government.
throughout New Zealand. Those wishing to specialise in this area would
Those wishing to specialise in this area would consider options from Environmental Law,
consider options from Child and Family Law, Policy and Society, Conservation and the
Relationship Property and Family Finance, Public Interest, Judicial Review, International
Company Law, Commercial Law I: Sales and Environmental Law, International Human Rights
Consumer Law, Commercial Law II: Personal and Treaty Settlement Negotiations.
Property Security & Credit, Landlord and Tenant,
Insolvency Law, Insurance Law, Employment Property and Resource
Law and Selected Issues in Taxation.
Management Law ‘I had an interest in the
Information, Media and Property and Resource Management Law NZ political system, and
Technology Law
deals with matters relating to the creation, how it works with policy
ownership, possession and transfer of both
Information, Media and Technology Law tangible and intangible property.
and power. Since starting
is concerned with the regulation and the the degree it opened up
Law graduates interested in these fields might
dissemination and ownership of all kinds find employment With law firms, central and other avenues to work in
of information. local government, patent attorneys, property the legal field, and help
Law graduates interested in these fields might management and development companies, or people gain access to
find employment with law firms, patent engineering consultancies. justice. I have a particular
attorneys or as in-house counsel in radio, Those wishing to specialise in this area would passion for human rights,
television or technology firms. consider options from Landlord and Tenant, public and commercial law.
Those wishing to specialise in this area would Advanced Land Law, Selected Issues in Taxation, UC has given me a wide
consider options from Intellectual Property Intellectual Property Law, Environmental
Law, Competition Law, Media Law and NZ Bill Law, Policy and Society, Conservation and the
avenue to explore future
of Rights. Public Interest, Judicial Review, International career pathways.’
Environmental Law, Resource Management Act
Emma Ioane
International Law 1991: Selected Issues.
Bachelor of Commerce in Human
International Law concerns the relationship of Resource Management
nations to each other. International Law also Public Law Bachelor of Arts in Political Science with
affects large parts of domestic law ranging Public Law is concerned with the organisation a minor in Pacific Studies
from areas as diverse as criminal law and and functioning of the institutions of Bachelor of Laws
environmental law but is essentially the concern government and the relationship of those Case Worker, Community
of the state. institutions to its citizens and other bodies. Law Canterbury
Law graduates in this field are most likely to find Law graduates in this field are likely to find
employment in central government (particularly employment in central and local government,
— but not exclusively — in the Ministry of as well as in private practice.
Foreign Affairs and Trade) or international and
Other specialisations
Those wishing to specialise in this area
non-governmental organisations. would consider options from Judicial Review, There are numerous other highly specialised
Those wishing to specialise in this area would Legislation: Law-making for the Twenty-first areas of Law which practitioners may move into
consider options from European Union Law, Century, Jurisprudence, New Zealand Bill of as they gain experience, eg, Law and Sport, Law
European Public Law, International Human Rights, International Human Rights, European and Medicine.
Rights, Principles of Public International Law, Union Law, European Public Law and Advanced Note: It is not always possible for all courses to be offered
every year. See the online Course Information System
International Environmental Law, Law of the Public Law. (www.canterbury.ac.nz/courses) and the annual Guide to
Sea, International Trade Law, Antarctic Enrolment for current courses.
Legal Studies.
www.canterbury.ac.nz 17Photo: Amy Cole, who has completed a Master of Laws (International Law and Politics) at UC while working for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade in Wellington. “I chose UC for my master’s because of its reputation and the subject offered. I didn’t have a background in international law or politics, but I was really interested in both topics.” Employable and work ready 18 2018 Introduction to Law
UC’s School of Law offers many
opportunities for senior students to
engage with the wider community
on a local and international level.
Courses that apply your skills, local
work experience, and international
partnerships mean UC Criminal
Justice and Law graduates are
globally aware and geared up for
success in their profession.
LAWS 382 — Legal Internship
By studying this course at UC, you will
develop expertise in the real world,
such as interviewing, statement-taking,
memoranda, negotiation, and meeting and
trial preparation. The essence of the course
is learning and applying legal and business
skills in the workplace, either as a volunteer
or as a compensated intern.
LAWS 386 — Clinical Legal Studies
This course gives UC students applied
legal skills and selected management skills
training in a context that replicates practice
in both business and legal services sectors.
Studying this course, you could assist clients
with legal and business-related problems.
You could also do outreach in prisons or
schools, or partner with pro bono lawyers
and the Community Law Centre to take legal
action in suitable cases.
LAWS 373 — Washington Internship
Only two high achievers are selected for this
elite internship based in the US Congress in
Washington DC.
In addition, senior students with good grades
may apply to study abroad as part of the
UC Exchange programme. In recent years,
Law students have studied in such diverse
locations as Nottingham, Copenhagen, Paris
and British Columbia.
www.canterbury.ac.nz 19Frequently asked questions
Law
I only want to study a Law degree.
Do I have to study non-Law courses?
Yes. Students are required to enrol in non-Law
courses as part of the LLB. As well as allowing
you to explore other subjects, this can form
the basis of a double degree with the LLB, or
provide the foundation for another degree
should you not continue with Law.
I would like to be a particular type
of lawyer (eg, criminal lawyer, sports
lawyer, family lawyer etc). Do I have
to study all aspects of law?
There are eight compulsory courses which
cover essential material required by all lawyers.
The 13 elective courses allow you to follow
particular interests.
Is progression to second-year
Law automatic?
No. Students are normally required to pass Do all LLB graduates become lawyers? to help plan your courses so that you can keep
LAWS 101 and LAWS 110 with at least a B grade, in both options open. They can even plan options
No. The skills that LLB graduates acquire are
order to be accepted into second year Law. It is so that you can continue with both if you wish
sought after by many professions.
important to choose appropriate courses for the to study a double degree.
non-Law component, so that there is a pathway
Do you offer scholarships for first-year Does the BCJ qualify me to
toward another degree, should you choose not
to continue with the LLB. Law students? practise Law?
Yes. The College of Business and Law offers
No, but you can enrol for a double degree —
What happens if I don’t get a place in Awards for Excellence to first-year Bachelor of
BCJ and LLB. The LLB is essential if you wish to
200-level Law? Will my courses still Laws (LLB) students. These comprise tuition fee
practise Law.
waivers for your first year of study ($5,000 for
count towards something?
first year — up to $15,000 over three years).
Yes. Your courses will count towards other There are awards reserved for students of
What support is available while I
degrees (Arts, Commerce, Criminal Justice, and Māori and Pasifika descent. am studying?
Science) as long as you have enrolled in the www.buslaw.canterbury.ac.nz For academic skills, the Academic Skills Centre
appropriate courses. The Liaison team is able to delivers a wide range of help including an
help you keep options open for this.
Criminal Justice introduction to writing essays, and the Library
runs Library Skills workshops. For degree
Can I study part-time? Can I study Criminal Justice and planning help after your first year, the Academic
Yes, but you will enrol in fewer courses. Seek another subject or degree? Manager (Law) and Assistant Dean (Students) of
advice from the Liaison team if you wish to be Law provide advice by appointment for the BCJ
enrolled part-time, because of employment, This might be possible depending on what and LLB degrees.
family or other commitments. Note that the LLB subject or degree you are thinking about
is not offered extramurally; part-time students combining with Criminal Justice. It’s best to How many hours of work in addition
talk to the Liaison team who can help you with
must be able to attend classes.
your options.
to lectures is expected?
This differs from course to course, degree to
I already have a degree, do I need to degree and student to student. That said, a
complete the non-Law courses? I’m unsure if I want to study Law or
Criminal Justice. Can I do both in my broad rule of thumb is to try to spend at least
No. Contact the School of Law for two to three hours, on top of each lecture hour,
further information.
first year? working on your courses.
Yes, provided that you include LAWS 110 as well
as LAWS 101 in first-year. The Liaison team is able
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Arts. Business. Education.
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Bachelor of Fine Arts Bachelor of Teaching and Learning (Early Childhood)
Bachelor of Music Bachelor of Teaching and Learning (Primary)
Bachelor of Social Work Bachelor of Commerce Plus options for graduates
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Engineering. Health. Science.
Bachelor of Health Sciences
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