The Degree of Juris Doctor – JD

1 In order to be admitted to this degree, an applicant must have completed the requirements for a Bachelors degree in any discipline, except New Zealand Common Law, with a Grade Point Average of 5.0 or higher calculated across the entire duration of the degree, or have equivalent prior study.

2 Equivalence in Regulation 1 will be determined by the University. Equivalence pertains to the standard as well as nature and level of study.

3 In exceptional circumstances the requirements in Regulation 1 may be waived by the relevant Associate Dean Academic or nominee if they determine that an applicant has at least three years of relevant practical, professional or scholarly experience that provides an equivalent level of preparation.

4 A student admitted to this degree must:

a pass courses with a total value of 360 points

and

b complete within the time limit specified in the General Regulations – Masters Degrees

and

c not exceed 405 points for the total enrolment for this degree.

5 A student admitted into this degree must complete:

a the requirements as listed in the Juris Doctor Schedule

b the University of Auckland Academic Integrity course as specified in the Enrolment and Programme Regulations, Academic Integrity, of the University Calendar.

6 The Juris Doctor may be awarded with Distinction or Merit in accordance with the University’s General Regulations – Masters Degrees.

7 In exceptional circumstances the Programme Director may approve a variation to a student’s programme of study in accordance with the Enrolment and Programme Regulations.

8 These regulations will come into force on 1 January 2026.