Middlesex University offers an LLM in International Law over one year that is designed to provide an in-depth and challenging examination of international legal principles and structures. The course equips students with a solid understanding of core areas such as human rights, international trade law, conflict resolution, and the law of global institutions. It combines academic rigor with practical acumen, equipping graduates to navigate the complexities of global issues that transcend national boundaries. If you're planning a career as a diplomat, in international organizations, or legal practice, this LLM hones your critical thinking and expands your knowledge of international legal paradigms.
Curriculum Structure:
The course structure combines theoretical foundations with experiential learning, including:
Core modules focusing on public international law, international human rights, and dispute resolution.
Specialist fields like international trade law, humanitarian law, and environmental law, allowing you to specialize in topics of interest to you.
Research-led seminar and case study modules that cultivate critical legal thought and legal argumentation.
An independent research project or dissertation where you can research a topic in depth of your choice, encouraging independent scholarship.
This integration of course study and research ensures that you are both academically well-versed and equipped with the necessary skills for your future career.
Accreditation:
The program is accredited in full and complies with high standards of study in the field of law, ensuring your qualification is respected and accepted throughout the world as well as being prized by employers and legal establishments.
Campus Location:
Middlesex University's campus in London offers a vibrant, multiculturally rich environment with convenient access to top-quality legal resources, libraries, and experienced staff. Being a global city, that also means you benefit from access to networking and career development opportunities while studying.
Middlesex University encourages students to engage themselves in addressing real-world legal issues through experiential learning opportunities:
Access to legal clinics and moot court competitions simulating real-life cases, which help you develop advocacy and negotiation skills.
Placements or internship opportunities with international law firms, NGOs, or government agencies, which give you exposure to meaningful professional experience.
Attendance to guest lectures and workshops by leading legal practitioners and scholars, keeping you up-to-date with new global legal issues.
Group discussions and group projects which enhance teamwork, communication, and problem-solving skills required for practice at law.
This focus on experiential learning is backed by academic research, so you will be ready to graduate with impact.
The University's specialist Career Services team helps LLM students with tailored assistance, such as:
Guidance on career prospects in diplomacy, international law firms, human rights bodies, and policy-making organizations.
CV writing, interviewing, and networking skills support to help you into your dream career.
Access to career fairs, recruitment sessions, and alumni networks that lead to internships and job opportunities globally.
Our graduates have gone on to advance their careers in international courts, legal consultancy, NGOs, government ministries, and academia. For the interest of further study, the LLM is a suitable stepping-stone for research leading to a PhD or advanced professional qualifications in law and related fields.
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