About the course

Benefit from our strong links to chambers and law firms across the UK, including Magic Circle firms in London

　　Learn from world-class researchers, and benefit from tutors committed to innovative teaching and student support

　　Develop the expertise you need to advance your career or prepare for a future in academia

　　Gear your postgraduate studies to your goals with a range of optional modules in specialist areas

　　Carry out your own research to bring fresh insight into an area of law that interests you

　　Ready to advance in your career Or start your journey into the legal profession Our LLM Law will develop your legal expertise – whether you’re new to the field or want to take your career to the next level. Enjoy flexibility and the freedom to choose from modules that match your interests and ambitions.

　　Surrounded by legal experts

　　We’re carrying out leading research in a variety of areas – international law and human rights, crime, child and family justice, law and society, and more. All this work means our teaching on legal, jurisprudential and socio-legal issues is always informed by the latest practice.

　　Our Research Methods in Law module will give you insight into theoretical approaches to the study of law, as well as practical guidance on research design and ethics.

　　Carry out your own in-depth project

　　You’ll apply your knowledge to a dissertation which will address a key legal question or issue. Past students have looked at areas like terrorism, breaches of human rights in the garments industry, and legal issues in VR and the metaverse.

　　Carrying out your own research is a brilliant opportunity to contribute to the legal and academic community with new, original research and writing. You’ll have support from your supervisor throughout every step of the process. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 1 Year(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Term 1 (October), 2024	Lancaster
Term 1 (October), 2025	Lancaster
Term 1 (October), 2026	Lancaster

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for Lancaster University

2:1 (Hons) degree (UK or equivalent) in any discipline. IELTS - Overall score of at least 6.5, with no individual element below 5.5. TOEFL iBT -Yes - 93 overall Minimum of 20 or 22 in each skill.

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

　　Overall IELTS band score

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 87.0

　　

Application deadline:

This date isn’t available – speak to an IDP counsellor to get detailed information.

　　

Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at Lancaster University. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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