Course summary
Why study this course with LJMU?
- Develop specialist expertise in international crime, justice and security law, with a global and comparative perspective.
- Study a research-led curriculum taught by academics engaged in international law, human rights and conflict studies.
- Flexible start dates in September and January to suit your career plans.
- Complete your postgraduate qualification in just 12 months.
- Build advanced skills in legal research, analysis, advocacy and problem-solving.
- Prepare for a wide range of careers in international organisations, NGOs, government, and academia.
Assessment method
To cater for the wide-ranging content of our courses and the varied learning preferences of our students, we offer a range of assessment methods on each programme. Assessment Coursework essays, problem-based case studies, oral presentations and (where applicable) examinations. Advanced Legal Research Methods assessed on a pass/fail basis to certify core research skills. The 60-credit Dissertation provides the opportunity for independent, original research into an international crime, justice or security theme. Formative assessment built into seminars and group work to encourage continuous feedback and learning.
Entry requirements
Undergraduate degree: a minimum 2:2 in a subject such as Law, Criminal Justice, Politics, Finance, Banking or Accounting or an equivalent professional qualification Extra Requirements: Although most applicants will not be interviewed, we reserve the right to interview an applicant in exceptional circumstances where necessary to obtain further information to evaluate an application RPL is accepted on this programme IELTS 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each component) International students applying to study a full-time taught Masters, MRes, MPhil or PhD at LJMU should check if they require an Academic Technology Approval Scheme or ATAS certificate. Contact International Admissions Team for more details International students entering on a Student visa cannot study part-time
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | Year 1 |
| International | £17750 | Year 1 |
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
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Provider information
Liverpool John Moores University
Student Life Building
Copperas Hill
Liverpool
L3 5AJ