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Full time | Lancaster University | 1 year | 06-OCT-24

Study mode

Full time

Duration

1 year

Start date

06-OCT-24

Key information
DATA SOURCE : IDP Connect

Qualification type

LLM - Master of Laws

Subject areas

International Law

Course type

Taught

Course Summary

Why Lancaster?

Develop the expertise you need to advance your career in international law

Benefit from our strong links to chambers and law firms across the UK, including Magic Circle firms in London

Choose from a wide range of optional modules that reflect our diverse range of legal expertise

Learn from world-class researchers and be the first to hear about our research into international human rights law, international commercial arbitration and the law of the United Nations

Carry out your own research to bring fresh insight into international law

As perspectives shift, we’re seeing significant developments in the way law operates at an international scale and how it can help us address pressing issues like the climate crisis. Be part of the change and specialise in this exciting area of the legal field.

Specialise in international law

Studying this course, you’ll be taught by world-leading experts in this field. Zone in on the rules and customs that govern inter-state relationships as you increase your knowledge and understanding of international law. Examine how the essential elements are used to shape the world we live in while exploring theory and practice.

Thanks to our diverse expertise you’ll be able to choose from a wide range of optional modules. What you focus on will depend on your interests – perhaps you want to take a closer look at the United Nations, or maybe you want to understand how terrorism threatens peace, stability and security.

Carry out research with confidence

Research is important for progress in law. You'll learn about their latest research from our expert academics. We'll also make sure you have all the skills you need to carry out your own research and investigate the issues that matter to you. We’ll look at different approaches and designs, as well as discussing ethics.

Your dissertation will focus on an area that is linked to a legal question or your career interests. Whenever you need support, you’ll be able to turn to your supervisor who will guide you through the process and help you confidently carry out your own research from start to finish.

Modules

This module is an essential element in developing skills and understanding of research and writing methods at an advanced level. You will have the opportunity to develop understanding and insights into how to carry out good academic work, what characterises ethical research, how to be conscientious about research methods, and how choices of methods will impact on their research and outcomes. You will also have the chance to address how to design research projects, approach research and writing in an analytical and critical manner, and how to reference correctly. The module will include sessions on critical writing, and how to get one?s own voice through in the text. Typically, the final part of the module will be devoted to preparing you for the dissertation planning and writing.

Tuition fees

UK fees
Course fees for UK students

For this course (per year)

£11,500

International fees
Course fees for EU and international students

For this course (per year)

£23,875

Entry requirements

You need to have 2:1 Hons degree (UK or equivalent) in Law or any other subject. We will also consider applications on an individual basis if you have lower qualifications, or a qualification that is not included on our list of international qualifications, or experience in professional legal practice.