LLM Law at University of Chester

Programme overview

In today's globalised legal landscape, there is a growing need for expertise to navigate complex transnational interactions. The LLM Law is designed to equip you with the necessary expertise to succeed in this dynamic environment. The LLM covers public and private international law matters with expert teaching focusing on Human Rights and Business and Commercial Law.

Faculty: Faculty of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences | Department: School of Law and Social Justice | Duration: 1 year | Study mode: full-time | Intake: October 2026, January 2027, October 2027, January 2028 | Location: Chester, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Core modules include Human Rights Law, Developing and Managing Research, Dissertation or Major Law project, Legal Theory and the Common Law, International Commercial Law and Dispute Resolution.

Career pathways

Completing the LLM in Law programme equips you for a diverse range of professional roles. Whether you aspire to pursue a career in law or to work within the public sector specialising in human rights, this programme lays a solid foundation.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Honours Degree: 2:2 in relevant degree. Relevant degrees are considered to be in: Law Business Finance Political Science Sociology Philosophy English; Extra Requirements: Applications are also welcome from those with non-standard entry qualifications. A typical applicant may be a new/recent graduate, who has attained a first degree and wishes to augment that with further study to optimise their career opportunities.; IELTS: 6.5 and minimum of 5.5 in all sub skills

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,090 a year (2026/27). £9,090 for a full-time course (2026/27) Source

International applicants: GBP 15,500 a year (2026/27). £15,500 (2026/27) Source

Intake: October 2026, January 2027, October 2027, January 2028

Duration: 1 year

Apply through the official page: https://flow.chester.ac.uk/tkflow_U/Flow.aspx?f=appform1.kdt&template=template5&course=PGT&theme=redmond

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