Search Course Outline

Participation in and report on an approved internship involving at least 150 hours internship with an approved organisation in a community context, and evaluation of the issues arising therefrom.

Participation in and report on an approved internship involving at least 150 hours internship with an approved organisation in a community context, and evaluation of the issues arising therefrom.

Participation in and report on an approved internship involving at least 150 hours internship with an approved organisation in a community context, and evaluation of the issues arising therefrom.

Participation in and report on an approved internship involving at least 150 hours internship with an approved organisation in a community context, and evaluation of the issues arising therefrom.

Participation in and report on an approved internship involving at least 150 hours internship with an approved organisation in a community context, and evaluation of the issues arising therefrom.

Participation in and report on an approved internship involving at least 150 hours internship with an approved organisation in a community context, and evaluation of the issues arising therefrom.

An examination of contemporary issues in criminal law and justice concerning Indigenous peoples in Aotearoa New Zealand and internationally. Topics covered include: Indigenous peoples’ experiences of state criminal justice systems, efforts to incorporate Indigenous law and cultural practices into state criminal law and criminal justice systems, and Indigenous legal responses to wrongdoing.

Considers the most critical issues in the intersection between technology, law and policy. The course examines how technological change affects, and is in turn affected by, legal and policy frameworks. In particular, it focuses on emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence, blockchain and cryptocurrency, and the subsequent challenges for law and society.

The history, philosophy, and ethics of humanity's treatment of animals; relevant legislation and case law. Topics include: the development of the humane movement; consideration of whether all animals should be treated as property and the justification for such an approach; the development of animal protection legislation and what it does for animals; and the emergence of a concept of Animal Rights; the use of animals in farming, entertainment, research, and in a companion animal context; enforcement and sentencing of animal welfare offending; and international trends and developments in animal law.

Concepts of “Justice” in the sentencing process in Aotearoa are examined and critiqued from multiple perspectives with a particular focus on te ao Māori and an emphasis on the practical elements involved in sentencing advocacy.

An overview of the rules related to the presentation of proof in New Zealand courts (civil and criminal) and tribunals, including the rules relating to hearsay, opinion evidence, privilege, examination of witnesses, confessions and the exclusion of illegally obtained evidence.

An overview of the rules related to the presentation of proof in New Zealand courts (civil and criminal) and tribunals, including the rules relating to hearsay, opinion evidence, privilege, examination of witnesses, confessions and the exclusion of illegally obtained evidence.

Directed study on a topic approved by the Academic Head or nominee.

Directed study on a topic approved by the Academic Head or nominee.

Studies in civil processes and procedures, with a focus on the New Zealand Senior Courts (High Court, Court of Appeal, Supreme Court). Covers commencement of proceedings (stating a case and a defence), case management processes, interlocutory steps, discovery, evidence and trial processes, costs and appellate procedures.

Studies in civil processes and procedures, with a focus on the New Zealand Senior Courts (High Court, Court of Appeal, Supreme Court). Covers commencement of proceedings (stating a case and a defence), case management processes, interlocutory steps, discovery, evidence and trial processes, costs and appellate procedures.

Studies in civil processes and procedures, with a focus on the New Zealand Senior Courts (High Court, Court of Appeal, Supreme Court). Covers commencement of proceedings (stating a case and a defence), case management processes, interlocutory steps, discovery, evidence and trial processes, costs and appellate procedures.

Advanced studies in procedure in civil actions and other civil proceedings with reference to the evolution and history of the present form of civil action, pleadings, discovery and other pre-trial devices; joinder of parties; jurisdiction (including equitable jurisdiction); and appellate procedure.

Advanced studies in procedure in civil actions and other civil proceedings with reference to the evolution and history of the present form of civil action, pleadings, discovery and other pre-trial devices; joinder of parties; jurisdiction (including equitable jurisdiction); and appellate procedure.

A study of the dual role of law in addressing and maintaining gender inequality, feminist thought on the gendered nature of law, and specific legal issues relevant to the status and interests of women in society.

A study of the dual role of law in addressing and maintaining gender inequality, feminist thought on the gendered nature of law, and specific legal issues relevant to the status and interests of women in society.

A study of the dual role of law in addressing and maintaining gender inequality, feminist thought on the gendered nature of law, and specific legal issues relevant to the status and interests of women in society.

Historical analysis of problems currently facing the law in Aotearoa New Zealand with reference to both English sources and indigenous developments.

Historical analysis of problems currently facing the law in Aotearoa New Zealand with reference to both English sources and indigenous developments.

Historical analysis of problems currently facing the law in Aotearoa New Zealand with reference to both English sources and indigenous developments.