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  • Qualification

    LLM - Master of Laws

  • Location

    University of Aberdeen

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    JAN

  • Duration

    12 months

Course summary

The LLM in Criminal Justice at the University of Aberdeen is focused on critical and comparative thinking around criminal procedures and systems. Our programme will help you develop a clearer and better understanding of criminal justice systems and how criminal law is implemented in today’s society around the world. You will learn about crucial elements, criminal law, evidence, and the causes of crime, enabling you to work in a multitude of countries around the world. You will have the opportunity to study courses such as Criminal Evidence and Proof, Issues in Criminal Justice, Criminological Theories and International Criminal Law. The Criminal Justice programme was designed with the assistance of external contacts as well as the expertise of our internal staff at the University. The combined input from our staff and Criminal Justice experts, will enable you to gain unique insights into criminal justice systems around the world. Advance your understanding of the dynamics of this fascinating area of law and improve your employability prospects in the field with our carefully coordinated programme, which aligns with the competencies required for today’s international job market. The University of Aberdeen prides itself on attracting world-class teaching staff with international experience and knowledge in their specialist subjects. You will have access to first rate teaching from globally respected staff, such as Programme Director Professor Pete Duff, who specialises in criminal justice, evidence and procedure. He has worked at the Centre for Criminological Research at the University of Oxford, the City University of Hong Kong, the University of the South Pacific, and Chiang Mai University in Thailand.

Many international students have gone on to work directly in the law profession back in their home countries. Others have even been funded by the UN have gone on to work all over the world, especially in the area of human rights.

Tuition fees

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(International fees)

£ 23,800per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

University information

University of Aberdeen

University of Aberdeen

  • University League Table

    41st

  • Campus address

    University of Aberdeen, Directorate of External Relations, King's College, Aberdeen, Aberdeen, City Of, AB24 3FX, Scotland

One of the top 40 universities in the UK (Complete University Guide league tables 2025).
Student population has over 130 nationalities and strong international global networks.
Experienced international student advisers with immigration expertise supporting students from application to graduation.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    17th out of 109 2

    26th out of 101 2

  • Entry standards

    / Max 221
    203 92%

    9th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    84.0 84%

    27th

    3
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.17 79%

    20th

    4
  • Entry standards

    / Max 206
    177 86%

    6th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    66.0 66%

    26th

    16
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.30 83%

    5th

    8

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