University of Aberdeen

International and Comparative Law

University of AberdeenAberdeen, United Kingdom

Course overview

Our LLM International and Comparative Law at Aberdeen offers a range of courses in public international law, private international law and comparative law, which enable you to develop your expertise in your chosen area. The courses allow you to undertake advanced study of public and private aspects of international law and the contemporary challenges it engages.

Key highlights

  • Comparative study of legal cultures and state and international orders
  • Teaches law conceptually rather than within one specific jurisdiction
  • Explores institutional and intellectual expectations of law
  • Prepares for careers in international bodies, non-profits and arbitration

Entry requirements

  • International Baccalaureate: 34 — to include with 6, 6, 5 at HL including the degree subject(s

Scholarships

  • Aberdeen Alumni Discount

    The Aberdeen Alumni Discount provides a 20% discount for University of Aberdeen graduates.

    Up to 20% of fees
  • Aberdeen Global Scholarship - Postgraduate

    The University of Aberdeen is delighted to offer self-funded international on campus postgraduate Masters students a £8,000 tuition fee waiver.

    Up to £8,000
  • CB Davidson Fund

    Please note that awards, except in exceptional circumstances, will not exceed £2,500 and in most instances will be less.

  • Divinity Affiliated Institutions Scholarships

    The Divinity department at the University of Aberdeen offers a 10% tuition fee discount for students of our affiliated institutions.

    Up to 10% of fees
  • NHS Staff Discount

    The University of Aberdeen NHS discount is a 10% discount offered to all NHS staff.

    Up to 10% of fees

Careers this course leads to

  • International organisation legal officer
  • NGO policy and advocacy officer
  • In-house legal adviser at a multinational company
  • Arbitration case manager
  • Legal researcher

Cost of study

UK/Home: £11,900 per year | International: £23,000 per year

Admission

Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of Aberdeen, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

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