Program Overview
The Contemporary Legal Studies at University of Chester is a LLM programme in Law over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of law. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Contemporary Legal Studies programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United Kingdom and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: GBP 11,850 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 4,140 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Chester, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Contemporary Legal Studies programme are prepared for diverse careers in law:
- Solicitor / Barrister
- Legal Counsel
- Policy Advisor
- Legal Researcher
- Compliance Officer
- International Arbitrator
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Developing and Managing Research
- Legal Theory in the Common Law
- The Conflict of Laws
- Law in Literature and Film
- Contemporary Issues in Criminal Law, Justice and Evidence
- Advanced Advocacy Skills
- Personal Injury and Medical Law
- Employment Law and Discrimination Law
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Applicants need:
- second class honours degree in law; or
- second class combined honours degree in law; or
- Graduate Diploma in Law; or
- Level 6 CILEX.
Credit exemption may be given in certain circumstances for certified or experiential learning in previous five years.
Minimum of a lower second class (2:2) honours degree, or equivalent, in Law or a combined Law degree.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 11,850 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 4,140 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 11,850 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 4,140 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Chester directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of Chester
University of Chester
Moffat, United Kingdom
University of Chester is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 12 months