This LLM in Legal Practice is designed for people like you. We’ll help you deepen your knowledge of an area of the law directly related to practice. It’s the ideal way to develop detailed knowledge of a new area. It’s also an opportunity to delve deeper into your current specialism. Building experience You’ll learn about research methods. Then apply them in a dissertation or research project. Choose an area of practical law that you’re interested in and benefit from the extensive skills and knowledge of our teaching team. This top-up degree is for those who already hold a Postgraduate Diploma in Legal Practice (LPC or BTC/BPTC/BVC).

Career prospects

The LLM is an excellent addition to your CV. It can complement your existing legal qualifications by allowing you to gain specialist legal knowledge. Use it to enhance your career prospects with your existing employer. Your research project could explore an area of law that your firm or chambers is interested in pursuing.

Or, it could open doors to new opportunities all over the world. It shows prospective employers that you’re committed to the legal field and understand the value of continuing professional development.

It’s also an opportunity to explore an academic career route. This top-up course is the perfect stepping-stone from practice to research. It will prepare you for PhD research and could lead to roles in academia.

Our team have excellent connections to law firms in Manchester, the UK and around the world. Take advantage of our network to develop new professional relationships while you’re studying.