LLM Law by Research
University of BuckinghamBuckingham, United Kingdom
Course overview
This Master of Laws (LLM) by Research degree is for students who want to create a new piece of work or knowledge (original contribution) in a certain area of law through detailed study. The course requires them to write a large research paper (thesis), supervised by expert teachers, which helps them build advanced research skills in the legal subject they choose.
The degree typically takes one year of full-time study or two years part-time to complete. All research students must have their work checked every year. Students are graded only on the quality of their research paper (thesis), which needs to show that they have a deep understanding of a specific legal subject or professional area.
Key highlights
- Research-based Master of Laws qualification
- Available to study online
- Taught within the School of Law
Entry requirements
- Degree: 2nd class — or above
Scholarships
Beloff Scholarships
Two scholarships of £2,500 are available to students who show an interest in and passion for political economy applied to public policy and who join the programme in September.
Up to £2,500Postgraduate First-Class Scholarship
The scholarship will reduce tuition fees by 33% for new UK and international postgraduate students.
Careers this course leads to
- Legal researcher
- Solicitor
- Barrister
- Legal consultant
- Policy adviser
- Law lecturer
Career opportunities
An LLM Law by Research from the University of Buckingham prepares graduates for high-level roles in:
- Academia (University Lecturing and Research)
- Legal Practice (Specialist Legal Counsel or Expert Advisor)
- Policy and Advocacy (Working for Government or Non-Governmental Organisations)
- Legal Consultancy (Offering specialised expertise to corporations)
- International Organisations (e.g., the United Nations or European Union)
Cost of study
The tuition fee for this LLM Law by Research from the University of Buckingham for International Students is £14,500.
Admission
Applications for research degrees are usually submitted directly to the University Admissions Office rather than through UCAS. We highly recommend that all applicants contact AHZ's trained counsellors for assistance with their application process.
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