Benefits of this course
Our programme has a practical, global focus which is designed to deepen your knowledge and advance your career.
You can pursue a general Master of Laws (LLM) degree through our extensive range of modules, or you can pursue one of several specialisms such as Public International Law or International Commercial Law.
We also offer a course in government, diplomacy and politics.
You will have a wealth of additional learning opportunities including pro bono clinics, guest lectures, recruitment fairs and career enhancements.
Award
You can select to apply for one of the available exit points for this course.
Who is this course for?
You can also opt for one of the available exit points for this course (see structure).
Whether you are seeking to build on past practice or focus on new areas of law, this flexible programme will help you accelerate and enhance your legal career.
You will be decisive and focused in choosing from a wide selection of modules to suit your professional goals.
You may have recently completed an undergraduate degree or have experience in private practice or non-legal work in sectors such as finance and public service.
Specialisms
All LLM degree applications are assessed for the general Master of Laws programme. Once you receive an offer to study the LLM, you have the option of choosing one of our specialist LLM pathways which are made up of a particular selection of elective modules.
Read more about our specialist LLMs below.
- International Litigation and Dispute Resolution
- Criminal Litigation
- International Banking and Finance Law
- International Commercial Law
- International Human Rights
- Maritime Law
- Public International Law
Structure
Master of Laws (LLM)
Duration:
- Full-time: 1 year
- Part-time: 2 years (minimum)
Total credits: 180
Modules:
Made up of:
- Elective modules (120 credits)
- Dissertation module (60 credits)
OR
- Elective modules (150 credits)
- Dissertation module (30 credits)
You can also opt for one of the available exit points for this course:
PGDip
Total credits: 120
If you successfully complete 120 credits, you have the opportunity to graduate with a Postgraduate Diploma in Law.
PGCert
Total credits: 60
If you successfully complete 60 credits, you have the opportunity to graduate with a Postgraduate Certificate in Law.
Modules
To pursue the general Master of Laws (LLM) programme you can choose from more than 30 modules covering diverse subjects - everything from Human Rights and Energy Law to Mergers or Money Laundering. Or you can study one of 14 specialist LLM programmes, in which case you will need to study certain subject-specific modules.
