The LLM in Law is a flexible, tailored course that caters to students' interests and professional aspirations. It offers four modules, a one-year course option, and a placement year pathway. Students can combine their interests and specialisms to tailor the course according to their dreams and professional ambitions. The school follows a blended learning approach, focusing on accessibility and inclusivity. Students are well-placed in Hertfordshire to visit London and explore legal landmarks. They have access to Law Fairs, employer workshops, and networking events. The course includes independent study, assessment, and practical tasks, with no exams. Students expect to leave with research, evaluation, analytical, reasoning, critical judgement, and sound arguments.
                            University of Hertfordshire
Master of Laws LLM
Entry Requirements
- First degree in Law or related discipline at a minimum of 2:2.
 - Overseas qualification equivalent to UK Honours degree at a minimum 2:2 classification.
 - Satisfaction of University's English language requirement: GCSE grade 4 or above or IELTS at 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in each band.
 
Career Prospects
Choosing your own modules leaves the field wide open for you to tailor your studies according to your desired career path. You may wish to pursue a future in the private or the public sector, as an in-house lawyer in a specialised industry, in academia or even in research. The possibilities are endless!
Course Details
All of our law modules are taught by specialist practitioners in their fields, and supported by group work, discussions, debates, and practical sessions to consolidate your learning and develop those vital skills of persuasion and negotiation, leadership, teamwork and presentation. Independent study is also crucial to deepen your knowledge, and will be supported throughout your course.
Assessment is carried out via a combination of coursework, written assessments and practical tasks, depending on the modules chosen. A peer support and mentoring scheme is also available, to help students adapt, and to further enhance the development of those essential skills and abilities.
Course Modules
                                                        Research Methods and Skills - 0 Credits	
LLM Dissertation - 60 Credits
                                                    
Optional Modules
                                                        Banking Law - 30 Credits	
International Financial Law - 30 Credits	
Data Protection Law - 30 Credits	
Medical Law and Ethics - 30 Credits	
Employment Law - 30 Credits	
Legal Risk and Compliance - 30 Credits	
Copyright and Artificial Intelligence Law - 30 Credits	
Public International Law - 30 Credits	
Private International Law - 30 Credits	
International Human Rights Law - 30 Credits	
Intellectual Property Law - 30 Credits	
International Commercial Law - 30 Credits
Clinical Legal Education and Research - 60 Credits	
Crimes of the Powerful - 30 Credits	
GLOBAL POLICING AND LAW ENFORCEMENT - 30 Credits	
Company Law - 30 Credits
                                                    
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