The Master of Laws (LLM) in International and Comparative Law is designed for both law and non-law graduates seeking to deepen their understanding of global legal systems. This program offers a comprehensive study of international and comparative legal principles, exploring different legal families worldwide, the roles of legal professionals, and key judicial bodies. You will gain critical insights into legal transplantation, convergence, and comparative legal concepts through case studies in private law. The LLM equips you with advanced academic legal knowledge and skills essential for progressing in international and comparative law careers. This internationally recognized Master's degree provides a flexible learning experience, allowing you to study on campus in London Bloomsbury or online. The program is taught by experienced lecturers, including subject matter experts and practitioners, who will guide you in researching and evaluating key theories and concepts. You will learn about the interplay of international and comparative law with other fields like economics and politics, and understand relevant statutes and regulations. Graduates can pursue roles in government agencies, policy advisory, NGOs, and in-house legal departments.
The LLM program is structured over two terms for full-time study or four terms for part-time study, followed by a dissertation. A two-week induction covering Key Principles of the English Legal System is compulsory for non-law students and available as a refresher for others. The curriculum includes compulsory modules in International and Comparative Law and Research Methods, alongside three elective modules chosen from a provided guide. The final term is dedicated to the dissertation.
This LLM program is designed to enhance your academic legal knowledge and equip you with skills for career progression in international and comparative law. Graduates can pursue diverse roles in sectors such as government agencies, policy advising, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), and in-house legal departments.
Non-law graduates are required to complete a two-week induction on the Key Principles of the English Legal System.
Flexible funding options are available through StepEx.