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LLM Law and Policy for Sustainability at The University of Law - UCAS

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2026 - 2027
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Course summary

A Master of Laws (LLM) in Law and Policy for Sustainability, offered by The University of Law, is a postgraduate degree designed for both law and non-law graduates to enhance their legal knowledge. This internationally recognised Master’s course will give you the skills to progress within the environmental and energy industries, and can open up pathways to career opportunities in policy-making, regulatory bodies, compliance, sustainability consulting, and corporate governance. This course provides in-depth knowledge of Law and Policy for Sustainability, offering opportunities to explore a range of sustainability issues relevant to the real-world challenges faced by companies. Students will examine topics such as: the development of sustainability policy; the UN's Sustainable Development Goals; the relationship between sustainability, corporate social responsibility, and Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) regulation; and sustainability as a risk management practice. When you study the LLM Law and Policy for Sustainability with us you will:

  • Be taught by our expert lecturers, including subject matter specialists, former and current practitioners, and research and teaching focused academics.
  • Benefit from strategic partnerships with firms, regulators and accreditation bodies, which inform our programme development.
  • Improve your employability by gaining important transferable skills and mapping your career with our careers team.
  • Strengthen your network - connect with other students, faculty and industry professionals on an international scale, and seek out opportunities for future placements and job opportunities.
  • Get ahead of the competition - gain in-depth knowledge of your topic of interest and become a subject expert, which will provide you with a competitive edge in the job market.
  • Enjoy flexibility - We understand that everyone’s circumstances are different. That’s why we offer a wide range of study modes (full-time, part-time, on campus, online) across our courses to provide you with the greatest choice and flexibility you need to succeed in your studies.
  • Prepare for the future of Legal Technology – study modules in legal technology and gain insight into this emerging area of law.
Please note that, due to Home Office regulations, students who require a Student Route visa to study with us are not permitted to study online and can only choose face-to-face taught modules. This course is currently available at our London Moorgate campus, as well as online.* *Please note that campus locations are subject to change and may vary by intake and start date. Please check our website for more information.

Modules

Terms 1 & 2 (full-time) or 1-4 (part-time): In addition to a general induction to the programme, there is a two-week induction covering the Key Principles of the English Legal System. This is compulsory for non-law students, but also open to students wanting a refresher in the fundamentals of the law of England and Wales. This would be useful for any student who has taken a considerable break from legal education. Compulsory modules include: Law and Policy for Sustainability Research Methods Training to help you prepare for your dissertation You may then choose three* modules from our elective module guide running at your location of study. *All optional modules are subject to availability and may change from time to time. Not all modules may be available in all terms. Only modules running at the location of study will be available to choose. Term 3 (full-time) or 5 & 6 (part-time): Dissertation in Law and Policy for Sustainability

Assessment method

Modules are assessed by a three hour unseen written examination or 4,500 word coursework assignment. All assessments are conducted online. The dissertation module will be assessed by submission of a thesis (15,000 words), and provides an opportunity for sustained, in-depth and intensive investigation into, and reflection upon, a specialist area of Law and Policy for Sustainability.

How to apply

International applicants

To find out more about how we support our international students, please visit our website.

Entry requirements

Students should possess a UK bachelors degree in any subject at 2:2 or above, or an equivalent qualification. A compulsory two week induction is required for all students, unless they can evidence the successful completion of either: an LLB or equivalent; or a minimum of 3 legal modules, worth at least 80 QCFcredits that must include; English Legal System Contract Law Law of Tort English language requirements for applicants whose first language is not English: An English language level equivalent to IELTS 6.5 or above, with a minimum of 6.0 in each component.

Fees and funding

Tuition fees

No fee information has been provided for this course

Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .

Additional fee information

2026/27 Course Fee (for courses starting on or after 1 July 2026) - For Domestic students in London: £15,000, and Outside London: £12,750. For International (non-domestic) students in London: £19,600, and Outside London: £18,250. Online students: £12,750. All fees above include a deposit amount of £250.

Sponsorship information

We can help support your course fees with our scholarships and bursaries and funding options. For more information please visit our postgraduate scholarships page: https://www.law.ac.uk/study/scholarships-bursaries/

LLM Law and Policy for Sustainability at The University of Law - UCAS