Law LLM

If you want to add to your existing 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.

By selecting modules and a dissertation that you’re passionate about from our wide range of options , you’ll tailor your degree to meet the needs of your career.  This Master’s degree is ideal for you if you’re already practising law and you want to specialise, or if you’re 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  arbitration and mediation, to human rights, intellectual property law and employment law.

To study this course you may have previous work experience in law, although 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.

• A second-class honours degree or equivalent professional experience and/or qualifications.
• English language proficiency at a minimum of IELTS band 6.5 (or equivalent) with no component score below 6.

The LLM Law Master's program focuses on developing law knowledge and research skills, with the opportunity to work with an external company on a final project. The program offers expert career support from the Careers and Employability Centre, tutors, and the Business and Law Career-Ready Programme, which continues for five years post-graduation. The program includes networking events, regular emails, applied projects with companies like IBM, Boeing, and Hampshire County Council, workshops to enhance employability skills, recruitment events, 1-to-1 appointments, CV and cover letter advice, interview preparation, and support for starting a business.