Course Overview
The LLM at Nottingham offers both a general Master of Laws route and specialist LLM streams, such as:
🎯 General LLM (Master of Laws)
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Provides broad legal training & skills.
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Core research methods + dissertation.
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Students can tailor modules to fit interests in various legal areas.
📌 Specialist LLM Options
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Human Rights Law LLM – focused on modern human rights issues and law practice.
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International Business and Commercial Law LLM – focuses on legal regulation in global business.
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International Law LLM – deeper study of international legal principles and global governance.
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Technology & Intellectual Property Law LLM – covers AI, data protection, digital copyright, IP rights and regulatory frameworks.
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Public Procurement Law & Policy LLM – legal aspects governing public contracting and procurement.
📖 Modules & Structure
📌 Core Elements
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Dissertation (independent research project): A substantial piece of legal research (typically 10,000–15,000+ words) on a topic of your choice.
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Legal Research & Methods Workshops: Often included to prepare you for dissertation work.
📌 Optional/Specialist Modules
You’ll generally choose 5–7 modules from a list depending on your chosen LLM stream, examples include:
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International Trade & Commercial Law
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International Human Rights & Migration Law
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Global Data Protection Law
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Digital Copyright and Design Law
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Law, Artificial Intelligence & Robotics
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Competition Law & International Business Regulation
(Specific modules vary by intake and course.)
🧠 Teaching & Learning
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Seminars & Tutorials: Focused, small‑group learning and discussion.
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Lectures: Conceptual coverage, legal theory and case law.
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Independent Research: Major emphasis on self‑directed study and dissertation preparation.
💼 Career Outcomes
Graduates with an LLM from Nottingham often progress into careers such as:
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Legal practice roles (paralegal, consultancy, advocacy training path)
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International law adviser
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Human rights officer or policy expert
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Compliance or regulatory specialist
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Academia or PhD research
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Legal analyst / corporate counsel
Many graduates also opt for professional legal training routes if they plan to qualify as a solicitor or barrister, or pursue international legal careers in organisations, think‑tanks or policy institutions.
🎓 Study Mode
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Campus‑based full‑time is standard, with some part‑time options.
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Face‑to‑face classes, access to law libraries, workshops and academic support.
Entry Requirements
🎓 Academic
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A bachelor’s degree equivalent to a UK 2:1 (upper second class) (Law, humanities or social sciences recommended).
🗣 English Language
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IELTS Academic ~6.5 overall (with specified minimums in some bands) — or equivalent TOEFL/PTE/Duolingo results.
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Applicants with slightly lower English scores may be offered Pre‑sessional English courses before the start of the main programme.
📄 Application Documents
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Degree certificate & transcript
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CV/Resume
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Personal statement
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References (usually academic)
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English language certificate
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Passport & funding evidence (for visa).
Fees & Funding
| Study Mode | International Fee |
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| Full‑time LLM | ~£25,750 per year |
| (UK home fee is lower ~£13,400) |
Additional Costs:
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UK visa fee + Immigration Health Surcharge
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Accommodation, living costs, books & materials.
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