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LLM International Law

Keele University, United Kingdom
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Course Overview

International law is an increasingly important field of study and practice. Never before has international law taken such a central position in public debates. The regulation of financial markets, environmental protection, the management of migrations, or the prosecution of war criminals are all areas in which international law plays a central role. This LLM is designed for those who seek to develop recognized expertise in the main areas of international law. As well as providing knowledge of international laws fundamental rules, theories, and institutions, the LLM offers an opportunity to acquire advanced knowledge in specialized subjects and to critically engage with a range of contemporary themes and controversial areas, including peace and security, environmental protection, human rights or trade, and investment.

General Eligibility

You should have a first or second class honors degree (or foreign equivalent) in Law or a related discipline. Applications are welcome from current legal practitioners or any other person with appropriate professional qualifications and/or experience.

Part Time Work Details

20 Hours of Work permit weekly for international students.

What You'll Study

1 Compulsory core modules
  • Foundations of International Law

  • International Law and Human Rights

  • Introduction to International Economic Law

  • Advanced International Law

  • Dissertation

2 Elective core and optional modules
  • International Humanitarian Law

  • Transnational Crime

  • International Refugee Law

  • International Environmental Law (Environment pathway)

  • Dimensions of Environmental Politics (Environment pathway)

  • Economic Development and Environmental Transformation (Environment pathway)

  • Transnational Commercial Law (Commerce and Business pathway)

  • International Business Context (Commerce and Business pathway)
    Contemporary Challenges in Global Business) (Commerce and Business pathway)

  • Foundations of Human Rights (Human Rights pathway)
    Equality, Discrimination and Minorities (Human Rights pathway)
    Human Rights and Global Politics (Human Rights pathway)

Language Requirement

  • IELTS6.5
  • TOEFL93
  • PTE65
  • Duolingo89
The minimum score for entry to the LLM is academic IELTS 6.5 (or TOEFL 91).

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