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Law at University of Sheffield - UCAS

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2024 - 20252025 - 2026
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Course summary

This MA is designed for graduates who don’t have a law degree. You’ll develop an in-depth knowledge of the English legal system. Course description This masters qualification covers the seven foundations of legal knowledge subjects as well as the skills associated with graduate legal work such as legal research. The seven foundations of legal knowledge subjects are:

  • Criminal law
  • Equity and trusts
  • Law of the European Union
  • Contract
  • Tort
  • Property/land law
  • Public law
If you’re not a law graduate, or you have a law degree from a non common law jurisdiction, you’ll acquire a more in-depth knowledge of the law over a wide range of legal subjects. This extra depth and understanding will give you a head start in your career as a solicitor or barrister. Please see our University website for the most up-to-date course information.

How to apply

International applicants

English language requirements: IELTS 7 (with 6.5 in each component) or University equivalent

Entry requirements

Minimum 2:1 honours degree in any subject, but we’ll consider each application on its own merits, including your career background. English language requirements: Overall IELTS score of 7.0 with a minimum of 6.5 in each component, or equivalent.

Fees and funding

Tuition fees

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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

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Law at University of Sheffield - UCAS