International Law

Entry requirements

Please see the University of Essex website for entry requirements.

Months of entry

October

Course content

Explore how international law shapes global affairs, resolves disputes, and responds to some of the most pressing challenges facing the world today.

Our LLM International Law at Essex Law School offers you the opportunity to study a wide range of topics across public international law, human rights, commercial law, trade, and maritime law. In an increasingly interconnected world, international law is a dynamic and evolving field, and this course enables you to engage with both its theoretical foundations and real-world applications.

You will examine how international legal systems operate, the role of international organisations, and how law influences global events and governance. With flexible module choices, you can tailor your degree to your interests and even graduate with pathway specialisms such as International Law with Human Rights or International Law with Business Law.

Why this course

• Comprehensive international focus: Study the foundations and practice of international law across multiple areas, including human rights, trade, and maritime law.
• Flexible pathways: Tailor your degree through optional modules and graduate with a specialist pathway aligned to your interests.
• Research-led teaching: Learn from leading academics engaged in cutting-edge international legal research.
• Global perspective: Develop a genuine international outlook and build a network of global contacts.
• Career-ready skills: Strengthen your analytical, critical thinking, and legal reasoning skills for a wide range of careers.

Fees and funding

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