Course summary
As one of the most vibrant and important fields in the world today, International Law influences personal, national and global perspectives in world affairs. Understanding where International Law has come from, why the law is constructed the way it is and the rules around how states should engage with each other, this LLM will questions of power, politics and dominance in the world, with the ideological separation of the global North and South and of the East and West. Along with the foundational doctrines in International Law, you will examine how peoples can self-determine, how states are formed and when states can use force against other states or individuals as well as learning about landmark international court cases and their outcomes and effects. This course will equip you with the academic abilities and employability skills which are relevant for a successful career in international affairs, diplomacy, international governmental organisations or policy thinktanks.
Modules
You will study the following modules: Core modules: Legal and Academic Skills International Law LLM Dissertation International Law Option modules may include: International Business Law and Practice International Human Rights Law Climate Change Law International Commercial Arbitration Intellectual Property Law and Global Markets International Banking Law Equality, Law and Justice International Criminal Law International Environmental Law International Corporate Governance Law of the World Trade Organisation Cross-border Insolvency Law Corporate Social Responsibility International Protection of Refugees and Forced Migration Renewable Energy Law Oil and Gas Law International Humanitarian Law International Children’s Rights
Assessment method
Tutors are experts in their field and with many having practical experience in industry and the professions which helps combine your academic knowledge with practical application. Many aspects of teaching and assessment are grounded in real life situations.
Entry requirements
Entry requirements for this course are normally: * An Honours degree (2:2 or above) in any subject. * Other experience or qualifications that demonstrate appropriate knowledge and skills at graduate level may be acceptable. Suitability for acceptance onto the course will be assessed through interview.
English language requirements
If your first language is not English, you will need to meet the minimum requirements of an English Language qualification. The minimum of IELTS 6.0 overall with no element lower than 5.5, or equivalent. If you have alternative qualifications or do not meet the IELTS requirement we also offer a range of Pre-Sessional English Programmes (https://www.hud.ac.uk/international/pre-sessional-english/).
Read more about the University’s entry requirements for students outside of the UK on our 'Where are you from?' information pages.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
Republic of Ireland | £8900 | Year 1 |
England | £8900 | Year 1 |
Northern Ireland | £8900 | Year 1 |
Scotland | £8900 | Year 1 |
Wales | £8900 | Year 1 |
Channel Islands | £8900 | Year 1 |
EU | £17000 | Year 1 |
International | £17000 | Year 1 |
Additional fee information
Provider information
University of Huddersfield
Queensgate
Huddersfield
HD1 3DH