Course summary
On our LLM Law course, you’ll develop an advanced understanding of the legal frameworks that underpin our world order today through our pathways: LLM International Law LLM Human Rights Law LLM International Commercial Law and Trade LLM Global Business and Human Rights. You’ll learn how to leverage laws to drive positive change across global communities. The refugee crisis. Sustainable development. Human rights. Global conflicts. You’ll explore the legalities behind some of the biggest global challenges. You’ll emerge with a unique skill set and perspectives that cross legal silos. This will set you apart as an expert in your field. You'll also have an opportunity to undertake pro bono volunteer work to gain valuable experience. This placement will help to develop your legal skills. You’ll explore the workings of powerful global actors - like the World Bank and the UN. You’ll also have the freedom to explore areas of international law that interest you most, like global development or human rights systems. You can join a LLM course in January or September, the choice is yours.
Assessment method
Your learning on this course will generally be assessed by written coursework. This is often the best way to enable students to demonstrate their knowledge and analysis, while meeting the learning objectives of the course. Where relevant, however, we also make use of other assessment formats such as presentations to allow you a real opportunity to showcase your strengths.
How to apply
International applicants
An IELTS minimum score of 6.5 (with 6.0 in reading and writing) is required.
Entry requirements
Students will normally be required to have (or to be expecting) a good honours degree, or an equivalent degree awarded by a university outside the United Kingdom. The degree may be in Law or in a related discipline. We welcome applications from both non-Law graduates and work experience-based candidates. Students new to the academic study of law will be advised to read a number of recommended texts by way of induction before they begin the course. Students are also encouraged to attend the induction sessions provided in the week prior to the beginning of the course. An IELTS minimum score of 6.5 (with 6.0 in reading and writing) is required.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £9100 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9100 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9100 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9100 | Year 1 |
| EU | £17750 | 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
Fees quoted are for the first year only. If you are studying a course that lasts longer than one year, your fees will increase each year.
Provider information
Oxford Brookes University
Gipsy Lane
Headington
Oxford
OX3 0BP