LLM International Law
This LLM International Law is a postgraduate course for graduates looking to deepen their understanding of public and private international legal issues. It covers international law, human rights, international economic law, global trade and investment, and dispute settlement. The course may suit legal professionals and graduates seeking to develop specialist knowledge for international, public-sector, commercial or policy-focused work.
About this course
This LLM International Law examines how international law is developed, applied and enforced. It considers the legal frameworks that govern relations between states, international institutions, businesses and individuals, with particular attention to human rights, international economic law and dispute resolution.
You will explore the protection of individual rights through international law and human rights institutions, alongside the regulation of global trade, finance and investment. The course also addresses international business regulation, corporate governance, sustainability and climate change.
A strong research focus runs through the programme. You will develop postgraduate legal research skills, consider research ethics, and complete an independent major project in an international law topic. The course is available full-time over one year or part-time over two years.
What you will study
Core areas of study include:
• Postgraduate Study Skills, Research Methods and Ethics (Law) • International Law: Problems and Process • International Law and the Rights of Individuals • International Economic Law and Policy • International Dispute Settlement • Postgraduate Major Project (Law)
Topics include international law principles and enforcement; human rights law and institutions; global trade, finance and investment regulation; international courts and tribunals; arbitration, negotiation and mediation; corporate governance; sustainability; and climate change.
Modules
- Postgraduate Study Skills, Research Methods and Ethics (Law)
- International Law: Problems and Process
- International Law and the Rights of Individuals
- International Economic Law and Policy
- International Dispute Settlement
- Postgraduate Major Project (Law)
Assessment
Assessment includes written coursework, oral presentations, examinations, in-class tests, online quizzes, practical projects and reflective work. You will also complete a final major project or dissertation.
Entry requirements
Applicants normally need the equivalent of a UK honours degree at lower second-class (2:2) level or above, plus relevant experience where required.
Applicants with relevant qualifications from their home country may be considered in line with the applicable country-specific entry requirements.
If you hold a bachelor’s degree or an equivalent non-UK qualification but did not achieve the required grades, you may still apply if you can demonstrate suitable life or work skills.
English language requirements
Applicants must have previously been taught in English and demonstrate sufficient English to undertake postgraduate study, or hold an IELTS score of 6.5 or above, or an equivalent qualification.
Careers
This course may support progression into roles such as international lawyer, legal adviser to non-governmental or governmental bodies, public international law specialist, human rights lawyer, legal compliance officer, corporate governance adviser, arbitration specialist, policy adviser or legal analyst. It may also be relevant to legal research, international business and trade consultancy, or legal officer roles within intergovernmental organisations.
Your next step starts with a conversation
Tell us where you are now. We will tell you honestly what your options are — in English or Persian, at no cost to you.