New Zealand Diploma in Legal Executive Studies (Level 6)
NZ3508
Check the Study plan PDF to see the suggested order to study your courses. How long it will take you to complete the qualification will depend on whether you study one or two courses each trimester
We recommend you start by studying one course - LES501 Introduction to the Legal System.
This programme can only be studied one or two courses per trimester, as per course availability and required pre-requisites.
Before you can enrol in LES603 Business Law and Practice and LES604 Property Law and Practice you need to pass:
- LES501 Introduction to the Legal System
- LES502 Law Office Practice.
Online Exams
We plan to hold the final exams for the July 2025 offering of LES603 Business Law and Practice and LES604 Property Law and Practice online in October 2025.
If you intend to enrol in either of these courses in July 2025, please read our Online exams information to find out more, including device and internet requirements.
Qualification Structure
This programme has six courses. You must pass all six within a 10 year period.
Transitioning from OP6600
If you were originally enrolled in OP6600 and are transitioning into this qualification, check to see which courses you will receive credit for in the new qualification.
| New Zealand Law Society Legal Executive Diploma | New Zealand Diploma in Legal Executive Studies (courses credited) |
|---|---|
| ILS Introduction to the Legal System | LES501 Introduction to the Legal System |
| LOP Law Office Practice | LES502 Law Office Practice |
| ELP Estate Law and Practice | LES601 Wills, Trusts and Estates Law and Practice |
| LLP Litigation Law and Practice | LES602 Litigation Law and Practice |
| BLP Business Law and Practice | LES603 Business Law and Practice |
| PLP Property Law and Practice | LES604 Property Law and Practice |
If you are moving from another provider you need to apply for any cross-credits you require using the form on our Recognising previous study and experience information.
Need help choosing your courses?
Our student advisors can help you choose the right courses to suit your needs.
How much time will you need each week for study?
On each course page look for the Workload heading in the grey box. This will give you the approximate hours needed each week to study that course.
Do you have enough time?
To check if you have enough time in your life for study, try our handy time calculator tool.
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Factsheet (PDF) New Zealand Diploma In Legal Executive Studies (467 KB pdf)
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Study plan (PDF)
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New Zealand Diploma in Legal Executive Studies (Level 6)
NZ3508
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