LLM Law

1 Year On Campus Masters Program

Middlesex University Dubai

Program Overview

Middlesex University Dubai offers a one-year LLM Law program designed to provide students with an in-depth understanding of legal principles, with a focus on international and commercial law frameworks. This program prepares graduates to engage confidently with complex legal issues, whether in legal practice, corporate environments, or international organizations. The course combines academic rigor with practical insights, ensuring students are well-equipped for a variety of career paths in law.

Curriculum Framework:
The LLM curriculum is structured to blend theoretical understanding with practical skills, covering crucial areas such as:

  • International Business Law: The understanding of cross-border commerce, contracts, and dispute resolution.

  • General Legal Principles: The exposition of seminal legal principles on which modern legal systems are based.

  • Legal Practice (SQE Pathway): Preparing the students for the Solicitors Qualifying Examination by way of hands-on training and practical legal skills.

  • Research and Dissertation: Encouraging critical analysis and independent research on contemporary legal issues relevant to students’ career goals.

Accreditation:
Middlesex University Dubai is fully accredited and recognized internationally, ensuring the degree meets professional and academic standards necessary for global legal careers.

Campus Location:
The university is located in the heart of Dubai’s financial and commercial district, offering students excellent access to legal firms, multinational corporations, and professional networks essential for career development.

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

Middlesex has a significant focus on experiential learning in addition to academic education:

  • Internships and Placements: Interns can participate in real-world experience by way of internships in law firms and corporate legal teams in Dubai.

  • Moot Court Competitions: Platforms to hone advocacy and negotiation skills through mock court hearings.

  • Workshops and Seminars: Periodic sessions with legal practitioners that provide students with exposure to contemporary industry practices and new challenges in the legal sector.

  • Networking Events: Network with practicing lawyers, judges, and alumni who further the professional mentorship and career advice.

Progression & Future Opportunities

The university helps the student with:

  • Career guidance and appropriate advice in navigating the legal job market.

  • Assistance with CV writing, interview preparation, and professional development.

  • Job fairs and recruitment drives within the UAE and abroad.

Employability:
Alumni of the LLM Law degree find employment in diverse settings such as:

  • Law firms of legal professionals, in-house legal departments, government, and international organizations.

  • Others proceed to take further qualifications such as the Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE) or PhDs in specialized areas of law.

Academic Progression:
Upon graduation in the LLM, students may continue their studies with choices such as:

  • PhD research in law or related fields.

  • Specific master's degrees in specialized fields like International Arbitration, Human Rights, or Commercial Law.

Program Key Stats

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Eligibility Criteria

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Additional Information & Requirements

Career Options

  • Corporate Lawyer
  • Legal Consultant
  • International Trade Lawyer
  • Compliance Officer
  • Contract Manager
  • Legal Advisor
  • Human Rights Advocate
  • Arbitrator
  • Government Legal Officer
  • Legal Researcher
  • Policy Analyst
  • In-house Counsel
  • Litigation Lawyer
  • Intellectual Property Lawyer
  • NGO Legal Officer
  • Solicitor (after SQE)
  • Academic Lecturer

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