LLM International Law at University of Reading

Programme overview

LLM International Law prepares students for careers as professionals, scholars and leaders in international law, in a dynamic and international learning environment.

Faculty: School of Law | Duration: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time | Intake: September or February | Study mode: full-time / part-time | Location: Reading, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Compulsory modules are Introduction to International Law and a dissertation. Optional modules include The Use of Military Force, The Law of Armed Conflict, International Refugee Law, Human Rights Law, Policy and Practice, International Organisations and Global Governance, International Investment Law and Arbitration and International Commercial Arbitration.

Career pathways

International courts and tribunals, United Nations agencies, legal practice and advocacy in international law, and international non-governmental organisations.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Normally a good undergraduate honours degree (2:1 or above) in Law, or equivalent from a university outside the UK. Applicants with a 2:2 plus three years' relevant work experience, or who have passed the Bar exam, are also considered; applicants with a 2:2 and less experience and/or higher marks in some law modules, or a Humanities or Social Science degree, may also be considered. International applicants: IELTS 6.5 overall with no element below 5.5 (or equivalent).

Domestic applicants: GBP 12,050 a year (2026/27). Full-time tuition fee; part-time study over two years is charged at 50% of the annual full-time fee in each year. Source

International applicants: GBP 26,450 a year (2026/27). Full-time tuition fee; part-time study over two years is charged at 50% of the annual full-time fee in each year. Source

Intake: September or February entry

Duration: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time

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