Course summary
Gain an in-depth understanding of legal issues within an international context with our LLM International Law degree in London. This course is designed to provide you with knowledge of several core areas of international law, including the regulation of global trade, finance and investment; the protection of individual rights; and the peaceful resolution of international disputes. Whether you aim to work in legal practice, policy, governance or further academic study, this programme offers the academic rigour and practical focus to help you succeed. You will develop legal research skills, strengthen your ability to critically analyse legal issues, and explore a wide range of specialist topics through real-world scenarios and case studies. Our location in London—one of the world’s key legal and commercial centres—means you’ll benefit from professional guest speakers, networking opportunities, and visits to legal institutions. This course is ideal for those seeking a deeper understanding of how the international legal system operates, and how the law influences commerce, human rights, sustainability and governance across borders.
Modules
Postgraduate Study Skills, Research Methods and Ethics (Law) International Law: Problems and Process International Law and the Rights of Individuals International Economic Law and Policy International Dispute Settlement Postgraduate Major Project (Law)
Assessment method
ARUL employs assignments, presentations, and examinations to measure student progress, along with an innovative case study major project or dissertation to complete the course. The Major Project involves detailed research, analysis and reporting of a project management related issue.
Entry requirements
Students must have equivalent of a UK first degree at 2:2 or above plus relevant experience. If you have completed a bachelor’s degree or an equivalent non-UK qualification and did not achieve our required grades for entry, but can demonstrate that your life/work skills would make you suitable, you should still consider applying.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| EU | £9000 | Year 1 |
| England | £9000 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9000 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9000 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9000 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9000 | Year 1 |
| International | £18600 | 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
Provider information
ARU London
Import and Export Buildings
2 Clove Crescent
Poplar
London
E14 2BE