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Law, LLM, University of Portsmouth

the United Kingdom

University of Portsmouth

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LLMFull-time, Part-time1 - 2 yearSeptember, JanuaryGBP 0 per yearGBP 0 per year

About Law, LLM - at University of Portsmouth

Overview

If you want to add to your current law qualifications by specialising in an area of law that interests you, or if you’re a graduate from another subject area who's looking to develop your legal knowledge, our LLM Law degree course is the perfect next step for you.

This LLM Law Master's builds on your existing knowledge and gives you the opportunity to specialise in a specific area of law. Depending on the modules you choose, you'll graduate with either LLM Law, or from one of our specialised pathways: Intellectual Property and Information Law, International Commercial Law, or International Dispute Resolution. 

By choosing topics you’re passionate about, you’ll tailor your degree to meet the needs of your career — whether you’re already practising law and want to specialise, or considering a career in legal research or teaching. 

You’ll learn from subject experts as you develop your knowledge, and study topics that could range from family law to intellectual property law and dispute resolution.

You do not need to have studied law to apply for this course. You might have previous work experience in law, but this isn’t required, and you should want to expand your understanding of a range of legal subjects. You’ll have strong analytical skills, alongside critical thinking skills and the ability to criticise and analyse situations. 

Course highlights

  • Choose specialist modules in an area that interests you
  • Graduate with an award that showcase your specialism
  • Develop an in-depth understanding of legal issues and law
  • Learn from subject experts
  • Work with an external company during your final project
  • Prepare for or build on your law career

Career development

Careers this Master’s prepares you for

During this LLM Law Master's you'll develop your law knowledge and research skills, and have the opportunity to work with an external company on your final project.  

By tailoring your degree and choosing modules that appeal to you, you'll be able to prepare for specific careers in law. And if you follow one of our pathways, you'll graduate with an exist award that showcases your expertise in a specific area of law so that you stand out in the job market. 

Notes about fees for this course

https://www.port.ac.uk/study/masters-and-postgraduate-taught/fees-and-funding

Entry requirements

A second-class honours degree or equivalent professional experience and/or qualifications.

English language proficiency at a minimum of IELTS band 6.5 with no component score below 6.0.

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