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Master of International Law

University of Essex

  • Colchester, United Kingdom
  • 1 year
  • English
  • On campus
  • Master

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About the program

LLB taking an international perspective, With a period of study abroad possible.

Program highlights

  • Internship available: yes
  • Placement support: yes
  • Work during study: yes
  • Post-study work rights (2): yes
  • PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

  • Apply concepts and methods in International Law to solve relevant problems. Develop competence in Core law modules: law in action
  • Contract and problem solving. Present findings clearly and consider professional or research ethics.

Career outcomes

  • Solicitor via the Solicitors Qualifying Exam
  • Barrister training (LLM or PGDip Bar Training Course)
  • Law careers

Curriculum

  • Core law modules: law in action
  • Contract and problem solving
  • Torts and legal reasoning
  • Legal and professional environment
  • Public law and research skills
  • International
  • European and comparative law
  • Criminal law with mooting
  • Land law
  • Trusts and civil practice
  • Plus course-specific options and a research project.

Entry requirements

Academic

  • UK entry: A 2:2 Degree in Law or a joint honours Degree in another subject with Law
  • Applicants who do not hold a Law Degree but who have
  • At least six months
  • International equivalents are listed by country on the course page.

Accepted academic background

Bachelor's degree (UK 2:2 or 2:1 honours or recognised international equivalent), By course, Some courses need subject modules, Professional qualifications, CV, References or interview (Essex MBA, Pre-registration health courses).

Documents you’ll need

  • Academic Transcripts
  • English Language Test Results
  • Personal Statement
  • Curriculum Vitae.

How to apply

  1. Check the course page
  2. Entry requirements and deadlines. Apply online through the postgraduate application system. Upload transcripts
  3. English language evidence and any personal statement
  4. CV or references the course asks for. Attend an interview or audition if the course requires one. Accept the offer and pay the tuition fee deposit (or show recognised sponsor funding) to receive your CAS. Apply for a Student visa with the CAS and proof of funds.

Other costs

Tuition per year£25,075 GBP
Application fee£50 GBP
Deposit£35,902 GBP

Program details

CampusColchester Campus
Faculty or schoolFaculty of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences
DepartmentEssex Law School
Teaching languageEnglish
Credit value180
Study paceFixed
Post-study stay2
Scholarship noteScholarship opportunities may be available to eligible students, Availability and award criteria should be confirmed with the university.

Intakes and deadlines

  • Program starts

    October 2027

    Apply by

    No deadline listed

Frequently asked questions

  • The program takes 1 year.