The Bachelor of Commerce in Commercial Law is a three-year undergraduate degree that combines commerce foundations with legal knowledge relevant to business practice. You’ll build skills in analysis, communication, and decision-making while exploring how law, markets, and policy interact in New Zealand and globally.
- Level: Undergraduate (Bachelor’s)
- Duration: Typically 3 years (full-time)
- Credits: Standard bachelor structure (check Victoria University of Wellington for the exact credit/points requirement for this degree)
- Delivery: On-campus study in Wellington, New Zealand
- Programme focus: Commerce foundations + commercial law for business contexts
- Majors/combination options: Choose a major; may be possible to add a second major depending on course availability and degree requirements
- Language of instruction: English
- Application: Apply via Victoria University of Wellington’s admissions process
- Start dates: Typically aligned with New Zealand academic semesters (confirm for the current intake)
Programme Structure
The Bachelor of Commerce in Commercial Law follows a structured pathway: you complete commerce foundations, then progress into commercial-law-focused study through your major and related courses.
Typical course components
- Commerce foundations (early stage): BCOM 101 and BCOM 102
- Core commerce and business subjects: courses such as Microeconomic Principles and Principles of Marketing
- Business and technology context: Digital Systems and Information in Business and Society
- Accounting for decision-making: Accounting for Accountability and Decision Making
- Commercial law for business: Law for Business
Major and electives
You complete a major that provides specialised knowledge aligned with your interests. Depending on your study plan and course availability, you may also be able to add a second major or select additional electives to broaden your academic profile.
Capstone / final assessment
Final-year requirements vary by major and course selection. Check the current Victoria University of Wellington handbook for the exact capstone, project, or assessment requirements for this degree.
Academic requirements
Entry is based on meeting Victoria University of Wellington’s admission criteria for undergraduate study. For this programme, you may be required to demonstrate academic readiness for commerce and law-related coursework.
Typical qualification pathways include:
- International Baccalaureate Diploma, or
- Three GCE Advanced Level passes at grade C, or
- Equivalent qualifications accepted by the University
Note: Specific subject prerequisites (if any) and selection criteria can vary by applicant background and intake. Confirm details with the University’s admissions team.
English requirements
Applicants whose first language is not English must provide evidence of English proficiency. Common accepted tests include:
- IELTS (Academic): overall band score of 6.0
- TOEFL iBT: 80
- PTE Academic: 50
- Duolingo English Test: 105
Minimum scores and validity periods are set by the University—please verify the latest requirements for your intake.
Other requirements
- You may be asked to provide additional information or documentation as part of the admissions assessment.
- Some applicants may be required to demonstrate English proficiency even if they have prior study in English, depending on their circumstances.
Work Permits
Check for any work restrictions
After completing your studies in New Zealand, you may be eligible to apply for a post-study work visa (subject to meeting the current eligibility criteria at the time you apply).
- Eligibility: You generally need to have completed a qualification that meets New Zealand’s requirements for post-study work rights and be able to show you meet the visa conditions.
- Duration: The permitted work period depends on the level and type of qualification you completed and the rules in force at the time of application.
- Timing: You must apply within the required timeframe after completing your programme.
- Work conditions: Visa conditions may limit the type of work or require you to remain compliant with immigration rules (for example, reporting requirements and maintaining lawful status).
Important: Immigration rules can change. Always check the latest guidance from Immigration New Zealand and confirm how your specific qualification and completion date affect your eligibility.
