LLM Criminal Law and Procedure

The LLM Criminal Law and Procedure at the University of Sunderland is a postgraduate programme designed for individuals who currently work in law or aspire to build a career in the field of crime and justice. The University’s Law Department is well-regarded for its academic excellence and research. This Master’s degree enhances your legal qualifications and deepens your understanding of criminal law and justice systems.

Students will study core modules such as Criminal Law and Justice and International Perspectives in Law, along with two elective modules tailored to their career interests. Teaching is delivered through weekly three-hour workshops that are interactive and require significant preparation. For the research project and dissertation, students work closely with an academic supervisor to explore a topic of their choice.

By completing the LLM Criminal Law and Procedure at the University of Sunderland, graduates gain the advanced legal knowledge and analytical skills essential for success in a challenging and evolving area of law.

The University of Sunderland is a public university located in the city of Sunderland, North East England. Although it officially gained university status in 1992, its history dates back to Sunderland Technical College founded in 1901. Today, the university operates four campuses — two in Sunderland, one in London, and one in Hong Kong — and hosts a highly diverse and inclusive student community.

Over 40% of the university’s students come from outside the UK, representing more than 100 countries worldwide. The University of Sunderland is globally recognised for its academic quality, supportive learning environment, and commitment to career-focused education.

Grade Requirements:

• A minimum of a 2:2 honours degree (or equivalent) in Law or a related discipline is required.

English Proficiency:

• IELTS: Overall score of 6.0 with no component below 5.5 (or an equivalent English qualification).
• Alternative English language tests are also accepted.

The tuition fee for the LLM Criminal Law and Procedure at the University of Sunderland is £17,000. Please note that fees are provisional and subject to change.

The University of Sunderland offers several financial support options for international students, primarily in the form of automatic tuition fee reductions. The most prominent among these is the Global Leaders Scholarship, available to new international students enrolling on campus-based postgraduate courses.

This scholarship provides a tuition fee reduction of up to £4,500. Eligible students are automatically awarded the discount — no separate application is required. The reduction will appear directly on your official offer letter once your admission has been approved.

Graduates of the LLM Criminal Law and Procedure from the University of Sunderland are well-equipped for a range of professional legal roles, including:

• Criminal Defence Attorney
• Public Prosecutor
• Judicial Officer
• Government Legal Counsel
• Criminal Law Specialist

Applications for this course can be made directly through the University of Sunderland online application portal. For personalised assistance with the process, our experienced AHZ counsellors are available to guide you every step of the way.