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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.

An introduction to negotiation, mediation and dispute resolution covering: (i) a conceptual study of these processes including the study of the function of law, roles of lawyer, ethics, analysis, cultural and socio-economic factors; and (ii) a practical study of these processes including criteria for choosing resolution methods, techniques, attitudes, problem solving strategies, communication techniques, and effectiveness.

A general introduction to the formal relationship between psychiatry and law; the legal processes affecting compulsory assessment and treatment, including consideration of constitutional and cultural issues, patients rights and the review process; and the law and practice concerning forensic patients.

A general introduction to the formal relationship between psychiatry and law; the legal processes affecting compulsory assessment and treatment, including consideration of constitutional and cultural issues, patients rights and the review process; and the law and practice concerning forensic patients.

A general introduction to the formal relationship between psychiatry and law; the legal processes affecting compulsory assessment and treatment, including consideration of constitutional and cultural issues, patients rights and the review process; and the law and practice concerning forensic patients.

Examination of the more important remedies and orders granted in the court's equitable jurisdiction (excluding constructive trusts). Particular attention is directed to remedies in aid of judgment and interlocutory orders to maintain the court's authority over the parties or their property.

Examination of the more important remedies and orders granted in the court's equitable jurisdiction (excluding constructive trusts). Particular attention is directed to remedies in aid of judgment and interlocutory orders to maintain the court's authority over the parties or their property.

Examination of the more important remedies and orders granted in the court's equitable jurisdiction (excluding constructive trusts). Particular attention is directed to remedies in aid of judgment and interlocutory orders to maintain the court's authority over the parties or their property.

Legal study of Pacific Island states located in the regions of Micronesia, Melanesia and Polynesia. Distinctive features of law arising in Pacific states, for example sources of law; relationships between custom and imported concepts of law; legal pluralism; corruption and anti-corruption measures; democracy and governance; land law; constitutional crises and constitutional developments; environmental and trade issues; regional issues; human rights issues.

Legal study of Pacific Island states located in the regions of Micronesia, Melanesia and Polynesia. Distinctive features of law arising in Pacific states, for example sources of law; relationships between custom and imported concepts of law; legal pluralism; corruption and anti-corruption measures; democracy and governance; land law; constitutional crises and constitutional developments; environmental and trade issues; regional issues; human rights issues.

Legal study of Pacific Island states located in the regions of Micronesia, Melanesia and Polynesia. Distinctive features of law arising in Pacific states, for example sources of law; relationships between custom and imported concepts of law; legal pluralism; corruption and anti-corruption measures; democracy and governance; land law; constitutional crises and constitutional developments; environmental and trade issues; regional issues; human rights issues.

Advanced study of the law of property in family contexts, including trusts, succession, and matrimonial property.