Advanced Legal Studies

Entry requirements

Normally a good undergraduate honours degree (2.1 or above) in Law, or equivalent from a university outside the UK

Applicants who have a 2.2 plus 3 years relevant work experience (and/or have passed the Bar exam will also be considered)

Applicants who have a 2.2 with less experience and/or higher marks in some law modules as well as applicants who hold a degree in a Humanities or Social Science based subject may also be considered and are welcome to apply.

Months of entry

February, September

Course content

LLM Advanced Legal Studies is a dedicated course for the study of law at an advanced level.

On our LLM Advanced Legal Studies course, you can tailor your studies to meet your own interests and ambitions in a broad range of areas. You can combine the School of Law’s strengths in Commercial Law and International Law to study topics such as dispute settlement, data protection and copyright law, international commercial arbitration (CIArb accredited), refugee law, human rights law, policy and practice and much more. This course will equip you with the knowledge and skills to succeed as a professional, scholar or leader in the field of law.

On top of gaining legal knowledge, you will also develop critical skills such as the ability to delineate and evaluate issues, select relevant materials, and produce arguments encompassing policy, existing practice and knowledge at an advanced level.

Modules are offered by schools and departments including the International Capital Market Association (ICMA) Centre.

The course is supported by expert academic researchers and practitioners, and features links with employers and opportunities to gain real-world experience.

Information for international students

IELTS: 6.5 overall with no element less than 5.5 (or equivalent)

Pre-sessional English language programme

If you need to improve your English language score, you can take a pre-sessional English course prior to entry onto your degree.

Fees and funding