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  • Qualification

    LLM - Master of Laws

  • Location

    Main Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    14-SEP-26

  • Duration

    1 Year

Course summary

This course will provide you with an in-depth understanding of both public and private international law and will equip you with the advanced knowledge and skills needed to gain a deeper understanding of the rules and principles that govern the way nations deal with each other. The course is ideal if you want to broaden your knowledge across international boundaries as well as if you are looking to work in legal practice or commercial legal work within corporations, non-governmental organisations or in government. The course combines the study of eight option modules chosen from a broad range of topics. Through these modules, you will gain an excellent insight into the foundations, general principles and current trends of international law, as well as the subject areas of international trade and finance, corporate law, world trade and environmental law. You will conduct independent legal research throughout the course, culminating in your dissertation. The International Law LLM stream will allow you to acquire the specialist knowledge and skills to further enhance your professional career. You will also develop your practical transferable skills including advanced verbal and written communication skills, presentation and planning. When you apply for this course, you will apply for the Master of Laws (LLM). Once you have arrived in Leicester, you will be able to specialise in International Law through your module choices. Your degree certificate will reflect your chosen specialism.

Application deadline

04/09/2026

Tuition fees

Students living in United States
(International fees)

£ 19,400per 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 Leicester

University of Leicester

  • University League Table

    33rd

  • Campus address

    Main Campus, University Road, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE1 7RH, United Kingdom

With over 100 years of excellence, the University of Leicester is globally respected for world-leading research and inspiring teaching.
Leicester’s central UK location offers easy access to major cities, with London just one hour away by train.
Leicester is a vibrant, welcoming city with students from 150+ countries, celebrating diversity across cultures and faiths.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    29th out of 113 3

  • Entry standards

    / Max 218
    120 55%

    38th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    84.0 84%

    18th

    4
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.07 77%

    74th

    16

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