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Overview

The LLM in Law program offers a customizable curriculum with core and elective modules, culminating in a supervised dissertation. It prepares students for further academic pursuits, professional qualifications, and various legal career opportunities. The program emphasizes research-led teaching and contextual learning.

Application Timeline

  1. September 1, 2025
    Start date
  2. April 30, 2026
    Today

Tuition

Year 1
Student categories Study
Full-time Part-time
Republic of Ireland£11,200£11,200
EU£25,900£25,900
England£11,200£11,200
Northern Ireland£11,200£11,200
Scotland£11,200£11,200
Wales£11,200£11,200
Channel Islands£11,200£11,200
International£25,900£25,900

Requirements

Entry Requirements:
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Modules

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About

The LLM in Law is a customizable program designed to enhance your legal knowledge and skills through a personalized study plan.

Core Modules

  • Law and Legal Systems
  • Research Skills for Dissertation Writing

Elective Modules

Students can choose from various LLM specializations, including:

  • LLM in Art Law
  • LLM in International Corporate and Commercial Law
  • LLM in Legal and Political Theory
  • LLM in International Human Rights Law and Practice

Dissertation

The program culminates in a supervised dissertation based on topics from the selected modules.

Career Preparation

This program prepares students for:

  • Further academic study
  • Progression to
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Subject Area Information

Law is a multifaceted and dynamic discipline that encompasses a wide range of subjects, each designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of legal principles, systems, and practices. Courses in law are structured to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to navigate and influence the legal landscape effectively.

Typical Course Structure
  • 1. Introduction to Law

  • 2. Constitutional Law

  • 3. Criminal Law

  • 4. Contract Law

  • 5. Tort Law

  • 6. Property Law

  • 7. Administrative Law

  • 8. International Law

  • 9. Family Law

  • 10. Corporate Law

Typical Skills Acquired
  • Analytical Thinking
  • Research
  • Writing
  • Oral Advocacy
  • Ethical Judgment

Career

Graduates with a degree in law have a wide array of career opportunities available to them, including roles that involve representing clients, interpreting laws, and conducting legal research.

Potential Professions
  • Attorney

    Representing clients in civil and criminal cases, providing legal advice, and drafting legal documents.

  • Judge

    Presiding over court proceedings, interpreting laws, and making legal decisions.

  • Corporate Counsel

    Providing legal advice to businesses, handling corporate transactions, and ensuring compliance with regulations.

  • Public Defender

    Representing indigent defendants in criminal cases.

  • Prosecutor

    Representing the government in criminal cases, pursuing charges against individuals accused of crimes.

  • Legal Analyst

    Conducting legal research and analysis for law firms, corporations, or government agencies.

  • Human Rights Advocate

    Working with non-governmental organizations to promote and protect human rights.

  • Academia

    Teaching and conducting research in law schools and universities.

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