LLM International Sports Law and Governance
Entry requirements
You’ll need a UK honours degree, at least a 2:2, in law or a related humanities, social science or business discipline, or the international equivalent.
Alternatively, a Graduate Diploma in Law/Common Professional Examination (at least a 2:2); non-UK professional exemption or graduate conversion equivalent; or a related postgraduate diploma or degree.
English Language Requirements
Overseas students will require IELTS with an overall score of 6.5 with no less than 5.5 in any category, or an equivalent accepted English qualification.
Find out about English language requirements
Months of entry
September
Course content
Ready to explore how law drives the global sports industry?
This dynamic course puts you at the heart of international sport, tackling key legal and governance issues, from commercial rights to human rights and today’s global challenges. You’ll sharpen your legal analysis by exploring real-world case studies like the Olympic Games, FIFA World Cup and the Commonwealth Games.
You’ll learn from top sports law academics and industry insiders while tapping into the University’s powerful network through the Sports Policy Unit and the Institute of Sport. You’ll gain exclusive insights and connections through interactive workshops, expert-led sessions and valuable networking opportunities.
Whether you’re launching your legal career or moving deeper into the sports world, this course gives you the practical skills and legal insight to stand out in the fast-evolving field of sports law.
Features and benefits
- Uniquely international outlook – This is the only course of its kind in the UK to focus on sports law and governance from a global perspective.
- Leaders in sports law research – We’re home to one of Europe’s largest and longest-standing groups of sports law academics, driving our Sports Law and Popular Culture Knowledge Platform.
- Pioneering human rights focus – This is the only course of its kind with a dedicated module on human rights in sport, exploring legal responsibilities within major sporting and human rights frameworks.
- Industry connections – Build your professional network through our extensive links with law firms and sporting organisations.
- Study in a global sporting hub – Manchester is a world-renowned sports city. Home to two elite football clubs, major sporting venues, and official training centres, this is the ideal setting to immerse yourself in all things sport.
Information for international students
International students please visit our website for more information.
Fees and funding
Funding information available, please visit our website.
Qualification, course duration and attendance options
- LLM
- full time12 months
- Campus-based learningis available for this qualification
Course contact details
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- Course Enquiries
- courses@mmu.ac.uk
- Phone
- +44 (0)161 247 6969