LLM Master of Laws (Part time)

The LLM General degree enables students to pursue a programme of study specifically tailored to their individual interests. Applicants are encouraged to develop their own proposal for an individual Master of Laws degree, where they may combine modules from two or more of the Law School's LLM programme.

The study proposal (not more than two pages) should be submitted together with the standard LLM application form. It should provide a (non-binding) list of modules which the applicant is planning to study and briefly explain why this combination has been chosen.

The LLM General is offered over two years part-time, or one year full-time. Students undertake a range of compulsory and optional modules taught by the Law School. They may also, with the consent of the Course Director, choose modules worth up to 40 credits from other postgraduate courses offered by the University.

Key Facts

1. Available for those who wish to pursue a programme of study specifically tailored to their individual interests
2. Combine subjects (modules) from two or more of postgraduate taught degree programmes for a tailored programme of study
3. Only Core Modules: Legal Skills and Research AND Dissertation
4. Otherwise, over 30 modules to choose from
5. Emphasis on small group and interactive teaching giving students a unique opportunity to access our dedicated team of specialists drawn from both academia and practice.

Student Testimonials

"Doing my LLM at UEA was a unique and excellent experience. I did the General LLM so that I didn't have any compulsory modules and was unrestricted in my choice. A number of the teachers are also practitioners and have practical experience in their area of law. It was not only fun to see their passion when they shared their experiences in business life, but also interesting to hear how a practitioner's life can be and it helped understanding the legal matters involved much better. The support by the university and the teachers was immense and I found it extremely interesting and enriching to study with students from all over the world and to get to know their cultures. Studying at UEA was one of the best choices I ever made. It was a lifetime experience."

Christine Malisch (Germany), 2009/10

"The Masters programme brings so many amazing people together in one place. I can say, without fear of contradiction, that the personal friendships I have created with lawyers and professors in the Masters, as well as others I've met in the Norwich community, are lifelong. Put simply, it is the opportunity of a lifetime - one that is sure to reap professional and personal dividends for years to come."

Robert Ashby Pate (USA), 2008/09

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Entry Requirements Degree Subject: Law or cognate degree Degree Classification: Good 2.2 pass or international equivalent Entry Requirement

Applicants should normally have a good first degree in Law, or, exceptionally, in a related subject from a recognised higher education institution in the UK or overseas.

The Law School will also take into account the employment experience of applicants where relevant and encourages applications from those wishing to return to academic study to further their knowledge, or those planning to study for a degree while remaining in full-time employment.

It is normal for undergraduate students to apply for entry to postgraduate programmes in their final year of study. Applicants who have not yet been awarded a degree may be offered a place conditional on their attaining a particular class of degree.

Students for whom English is a Foreign language

We welcome applications from students whose first language is not English. To ensure such students benefit from postgraduate study, we require evidence of proficiency in English. Our usual entry requirements are as follows: IELTS: 6.5 (minimum 6.0 in all components) TOEFL: Internet-based score of 92 (minimum 19 listening, 21 speaking, 19 writing and 20 reading) PTE (Pearson): 62 (minimum 55 in all components) Test dates should be within two years of the course start date. Other tests such as TOEIC and the Cambridge Certificate of Advanced English are also accepted by the university. Please check with the Admissions Office for further details including the scores or grades required. INTO UEA and INTO UEA London run pre-sessional courses which can be taken prior to the start of your course. For further information and to see if you qualify please contact intopre-sessional@uea.ac.uk (INTO UEA Norwich) or pseuealondon@into.uk.com (INTO UEA London).

University of East Anglia Law School has a well-established reputation for excellence in its teaching standards and also for world class research. We are committed to supporting students both academically and pastorally and pride ourselves on creating an intellectually stimulating yet friendly environment, with small group teaching, ready access to leading academics and excellent research resources.

We offer a number of specialist taught Masters (LLM) degrees, supported by a diverse range of almost 40 modules. All courses provide foundational modules designed to give students a proper basis for learning and study in their chosen area.

Our postgraduate students come from a wide variety of geographical and personal backgrounds, and it is the vibrant and dynamic community which they create that completes the student experience. Though thriving, the postgraduate community rarely exceeds 100 each year, enabling us to offer small group teaching and thus ensuring that students have access to and benefit from the knowledge and experience of lecturers who are leaders in their field at both national and international levels. All students have their own Academic Adviser and assessment is by written assignment, examination, practical exercises and a dissertation.

A continuous control process ensures that our teaching quality continues to develop, and students have access to a number of quality-control channels including student feedback forms, debriefing meetings, and the Student Liaison Committee to help us monitor, evaluate and develop current practice.

There are many external indicators of the quality of our teaching and research; over 80% of our research has been graded to be of an "international standard" in the 2008 Research Assessment Exercise. The National Student Survey has rated us in the top 10 Law Schools in the UK every year since 2005.

Career Opportunities

Law School graduates have progressed to a wide variety of successful careers, from private practice in local and international firms to government legal departments and international organisations, from universities to industry and commerce.

The University of East Anglia provides a professional Careers Centre and, together with the School's Academic Careers Adviser, we will help students to choose their career path and develop their employability skills.

Please click to view endorsements from some of the Law School's recent graduates and to view Law School videos.

Come and Visit Us

Our Open Days will give you the opportunity to experience the University of East Anglia's unique campus atmosphere.

You will have the chance to attend subject-specific talks and presentations about student life and finance. You will also be able to talk directly to academics, admissions staff and current students giving you a first-hand impression of life at the University of East Anglia - check out the accommodation, learning resources, student support, and our sport and entertainment facilities.

If you are not able to visit us in person, check out our Virtual Open Day experience which we hope will help to provide you with an insight into life and study at the University of East Anglia.

Fees and Funding Fees for the academic year 2013/2014 will be:

• UK/EU Students: £5,000 (full time)
• International Students: £12,500 (full time)

International applicants from outside the EU may need to pay a deposit.

If you choose to study part-time, the fee per annum will be half the annual fee for that year, or a pro-rata fee for the module credit you are taking (only available for Home/EU students).

Living Expenses

Approximately £7,500 living expenses will be needed to adequately support yourself.

Scholarships and Funding

A variety of Scholarships may be offered to UK/EU and International students. Scholarships are normally awarded to students on the basis of academic merit and are usually for the duration of the period of study. Please click here for more detailed information about funding for prospective Law students.