Birkbeck University London

LLM Qualifying Law Degree

Birkbeck University London

Course overview

The LLM Qualifying Law Degree at Birkbeck University, London, provides students with a social-political understanding of the law by placing it in a historical and social context. Students will develop advanced skills in legal writing, oral presentation, and critical reasoning. The course emphasises the importance of an academic approach to the study of law, and of its institutions and processes.

Students will have opportunities to network with real-world legal professionals through the university's Mentoring Programme, Legal Practice Conversations, Legal Professionals Insight Evening, and Careers Fair. They will be able to put their learning into practice with the University of London Refugee Law Clinic.

Scheduled teaching sessions may include lectures, seminars, workshops,orkshops or laboratory work. Depending on the modules taken, students may also have additional scheduled academic activities, such as tutorials, dissertation supervision, practical classes, visits and field trips.

Entry requirements

You will need to write a personal statement about why you want to take the course and any relevant experience. A reference from an academic or employer is also required. You can upload your CV to show your work experience.

Grade Requirements:

  • Applicants are expected to have a second-class degree (2:2) or above in a subject other than law. The selection process includes an exercise in reasoning and analysis (no previous knowledge of law required).
  • Applications are reviewed oindividual meritsndividua,l merits and your professional qualifications and/or relevant work experience will be taken into consideration positively.

English Proficiency:

  • If English is not your first language or you have not previously studied in English, you must demonstrate proficiency equivalent to an IELTS Academic score of 6.5 overall, with no less than 6.0 in each component.

Career opportunities

Graduates of the LLM Qualifying Law Degree from Birkbeck University, London can pursue various career roles, including:

  • Criminologist 
  • Police Officer 
  • Social Worker 
  • Lawyer 
  • Private Investigator 

Cost of study

The tuition fee for international students enrolling in the LLM Qualifying Law Degree in Birkbeck University, London is £13,900.

Admission

Applications for this programme are made directly to the university’s online portal. If you would like help with your application, you can talk to our trained advisors. They can offer advice on how to make a strong application and ensure it meets the course requirements.

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