University of Leicester

International Law LLM

University of LeicesterLeicester, Campus-based

Course overview

This course will provide you with an in-depth understanding of both public and private international law and will equip you with the advanced knowledge and skills needed to gain a deeper understanding of the rules and principles that govern the way nations deal with each other. The course is ideal if you want to broaden your knowledge across international boundaries as well as if you are looking to work in legal practice or commercial legal work within corporations, non-governmental organisations or in government. The course combines the study of eight option modules chosen from a broad range of topics.

Through these modules, you will gain an excellent insight into the foundations, general principles and current trends of international law, as well as the subject areas of international trade and finance, corporate law, world trade and environmental law. You will conduct independent legal research throughout the course, culminating in your dissertation. The International Law LLM stream will allow you to acquire the specialist knowledge and skills to further enhance your professional career.

You will also develop your practical transferable skills including advanced verbal and written communication skills, presentation and planning. When you apply for this course, you will apply for the Master of Laws (LLM). Once you have arrived in Leicester, you will be able to specialise in International Law through your module choices.

Your degree certificate will reflect your chosen specialism. Other available streams are: A good second class degree or an equivalent degree in an appropriate discipline. Relevant professional experience post-graduation is given due credit in considering entry requirements.

IELTS 6.5 or equivalent, with 6.0 in writing and nothing less than 5.5. If your first language is not English, you may need to provide evidence of your English language ability. If you do not yet meet our requirements, our English Language Teaching Unit (ELTU) offers a range of

Key highlights

  • Covers both public and private international law in depth
  • Eight option modules chosen from a broad range of topics
  • Topics include international trade and finance, corporate and environmental law
  • Independent legal research throughout, culminating in a dissertation
  • Degree certificate reflects your chosen International Law specialism
  • Develops advanced communication, presentation and planning skills

Entry requirements

  • Degree: 2nd class — to include appropriate discipline

Scholarships

  • Alumni Discount

    You are entitled to a discount of 20% of the new course fee.

    Up to 20% of fees
  • Chancellor's International Postgraduate Taught Scholarship

    This scholarship, worth £3,000 per year, reflects the University’s commitment to attracting talented students from around the world.

    Up to £3,000
  • Chevening Scholarship

  • Chevening-Leicester Partner Scholarship

  • Distance Learning (DL) Sanctuary Awards

  • Distance Learning Merit Scholarship

    The awards available are: MA: £800, PGDip: £500, PGCert: £300

  • International Postgraduate Taught Merit Scholarship

    International Merit Scholarship worth a tuition fee discount of £5,000.

  • Leicester Postgraduate Partnership Scholarship

    Enjoy a 20% fee discount on a selection of postgraduate taught courses at either University of Leicester or De Montfort University.

    Up to 20% of fees

Careers this course leads to

  • International lawyer
  • Corporate legal adviser
  • Legal officer at a non-governmental organisation
  • Government legal adviser
  • International trade law consultant
  • Policy adviser

Cost of study

UK/Home: £11,200 | International: £19,400

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 Leicester, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

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