University of Huddersfield - International Law LLM

University of Huddersfield

International Law LLM

This LLM course explores the origins, construction, and rules of international law, focusing on power, politics, and dominance in the world. It covers the right to self-determination, state formation, and the use of force against states or individuals. The syllabus includes landmark international court cases and their outcomes. The course equips students with academic abilities and employability skills for a successful career in international affairs, diplomacy, or policy thinktanks. All LLM courses blend themes of International, Business, and Social Justice, offering a balanced postgraduate legal curriculum and the opportunity to specialize in your area of interest through a bespoke core module and dissertation.

Entry Requirements

  • An Honours degree (2:2 or above) in any subject.
  • Other experience or qualifications that demonstrate appropriate knowledge and skills at the graduate level may be acceptable. Suitability for acceptance onto the course will be assessed through interviews.
  • IELTS is 6.0 overall with a minimum of 6.0 in writing and no element lower than 5.5, or equivalent.

Career Prospects

On completion of the course there will be a range of career opportunities open to you, from legal practice in a UK or international law firm to employment in the diplomatic service, international governmental organisations, non-governmental organisations, academia, or multinational corporations.

Course Details

Core Modules

Legal and Academic Skills
International Law
LLM Dissertation International Law

Option Modules

International Business Law and Practice
International Human Rights Law
International Commercial Arbitration
Intellectual Property Law and Global Markets
International Banking Law
International Criminal Law
International Corporate Governance
Cross-border Insolvency Law
Corporate Social Responsibility
International Children’s Rights

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