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LLM - Master of Laws
Main Campus
Full Time
SEP-26
1 Year
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LLM - Master of Laws
Main Campus
Full Time
SEP-26
1 Year
LLM - Master of Laws
Main Campus
Part Time
SEP-26
2 Years
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This general LLM programme is the ideal choice for students wishing to expose themselves to diverse areas of advanced legal scholarship. We offer a very wide range of specialist courses, many taught by internationally recognised experts in their fields, and legal and industry professionals. You will select courses from across the School’s key research and teaching fields, including: commercial law criminal law criminology EU law IP, media and technology law international law legal history and legal theory medical law private law public law This structure ensures you can pursue a truly diverse and challenging curriculum through which you will be able to develop a broad expertise in cutting-edge legal scholarship.
A UK 2:1 honours degree, or its international equivalent, in law.
We may also consider a UK 2:1 honours degree, or its international equivalent, in a social science subject, however a solid foundation in law (evidenced through prior study or substantial work experience) is essential for this programme. (Revised 11 February 2025 to include information on experience in law.)
In evaluating your application for postgraduate study, greater emphasis may be placed upon results of prior learning in subjects relevant to the intended degree programme.
Entry to this programme is competitive. Meeting minimum requirements for consideration does not guarantee an offer of study.
Supporting your application
Relevant work experience is not required but may increase your chances of acceptance.
Relevant professional qualifications will be considered.
Preference will be given to those with grades above the minimum requirements due to strong competition for places on this programme.
Students living in
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£15,200 per year
Students from Domestic
Standard single room - 9950 per year
£15,200 per year
Students from England
Standard single room - 9950 per year
£15,200 per year
Students from Wales
Standard single room - 9950 per year
£15,200 per year
Students from Northern Ireland
Standard single room - 9950 per year
£30,500 per year
Students from EU
Standard single room - 9950 per year
£30,500 per year
Students from International
Standard single room - 9950 per year
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