University of Kent

LLM Law International Law with International Relations

University of Kent

Course overview

The LLM Law (International Law with International Relations) allows students to gain a better understanding of world issues, including the ethics and conduct of armed conflict, human rights, and interstate negotiations on matters such as trade, climate change, and peace. Students will be equipped with the knowledge to interpret events, identify trends, and make good decisions about world politics.

They will explore how international law shapes relations within and between states, focusing on key concepts and real-world issues. Students will learn from leading experts using teaching practices, like mock negotiations, crisis simulations, and interactive seminars, to develop their capacity for independent thinking and analysis.

Students will also benefit from modern facilities at Kent Law School, including a purpose-built moot court where they can practise their advocacy skills in front of a bench composed of local judges, barristers, solicitors, and lecturers.

Entry requirements

Applicants must submit a personal statement to outline their interest in the course and any academic or professional background. A reference from an academic or employer is required. Students can also upload a CV to show their work experience.

Grade Requirements:

  • Applicants are expected to have a lower second (2:2) class honours degree in law or a relevant subject, or an equivalent international degree.

  • Applicants are considered on an individual basis, and additional qualifications, professional qualifications, and relevant experience may also be taken into account when considering applications.

English Proficiency: 

  • Non-native English speakers may need to demonstrate proficiency in the language, typically through an IELTS score of at least 6.5 (with no less than 5.5 in each section). TOEFL or other equivalents are also allowed.

Scholarships

  • Chevening Scholarships

  • Christine and Ian Bolt Scholarship

    Scholarship value up to £10,000.

  • Kent Business School Beaconhouse PG Progression Scholarship

    Tuition fee discount scholarship of £6,000.

    Up to £6,000

  • Kent Business School Dean's Excellence Scholarship Award

    Awards of up to £3,000

  • Kent Business School MBA Scholarship

    50% off Tuition Fee.

    Up to 50% of fees

  • Kent Graduate Scholarship

    20% fee reduction for post-graduate taught programmes at the University of Kent.

    Up to 20% of fees

  • Kent International Scholarship Postgraduate Taught

    Scholarship value - £5000

    Up to £5,000

  • Kent International Scholarship Postgraduate Taught (KBS)

    Scholarship value £3000

    Up to £3,000

  • Kent LLM Solicitors’ Practice Scholarship (Canterbury)

    £2,000 tuition fee discount (Home Students); £2,000 tuition fee discount (Overseas Students).

    Up to £2,000

  • Sasha Roberts Scholarship

    £3,000 stipend per annum split into two payments of £1,500 in October and January.

    Up to £3,000

  • The “Ambition” Scholarship for University of Kent Graduates

    £1,500 for Full Time UK students; £750 per year for Part Time UK students; £3,000 for Full Time Overseas students.

  • The CAMEMS Scholarship

    £3,000 stipend per annum split into two payments of £1,500 in October and January.

    Up to £3,000

  • The Widening Participation Ambition Scholarship for University of Kent Graduates

    £5,000 for UK students (£2,500 per year for part time students).

Career opportunities

Graduates of the LLM Law (International Law with International Relations) from the University of Kent can pursue various career paths, including:

  • Political Analyst

  • Policy Advisor

  • Diplomat

  • Foreign Affairs Journalist

  • International Policy Officer

Cost of study

The tuition fee for international students in the LLM Law (International Law with International Relations) at the University of Kent is £19,300. This cost covers tuition but does not include additional expenses that may occur during your studies.

Admission

To apply for this course, you’ll need to go through the university's online application portal. To find out more about this process, speak to one of our trained counsellors.

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