LLM Intellectual Property and Information Law with Placement Year

Entry requirements

First degree in Law (or a subject in a related discipline, such as Business, Political Science or International Relations) at a minimum of 2:2. Or, an overseas qualification which is equivalent to a UK Honours degree, minimum 2:2 classification.

You must also satisfy the University’s English language requirement for the course, which is a GCSE grade 4 or above (Grade C or above under the old grading structure), or IELTS at 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in each band. For country specific qualifications, please visit our Your Country page.

Please contact our Admissions Tutor: lawadmissions@herts.ac.uk to further discuss entry requirements.

Months of entry

September

Course content

LLM Intellectual Property and Information Law includes Intellectual Property Law and Information Technology Law modules covering in-depth topics such as E-commerce, intermediary liability, cybercrime and the increasing rise of artificial intelligence.

This course is incredibly career-focused to prepare students for a progressive career in this area of Law.

The Placement Year study route is ideal for those seeking real-world on the job experience to develop a strong broad career in this specialist area of law.

Students are well-placed in Hertfordshire to visit London and explore important legal landmarks such as the Supreme Court, Houses of Parliament, Royal Courts of Justice and the Inns of Court. There are also opportunities for students to attend Legal Talks and Conferences relating to their specialism.

Information for international students

Applicants must satisfy the University’s English language requirement for the course, which is a GCSE grade 4 or above (Grade C or above under the old grading structure), or IELTS at 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in each band.

For further clarity around entry requirements contact our Law Admissions Tutor: lawadmissions@herts.ac.uk

Fees and funding

If you’re studying a postgraduate degree e.g. a MSc, MA or LLM you may be eligible for a postgraduate master’s loan up to £11,836.

Those studying pre-registration postgraduate healthcare courses and PGCE or unsalaried schools direct can apply for the undergraduate funding package. Graduate-entry medical students can also get support from Student Finance England for fees charged over £3,465.

Postgraduate loans are paid directly to the student, so you decide how to spend the money, whether that be to pay for some or all your tuition or to go towards living costs.

Find out if you’re eligible for a postgraduate master’s loan.