Program Overview
The Legal Practice (Top-Up) at University of Derby is a LLM programme in Law over 12 months, delivered Online. 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 Legal Practice (Top-Up) 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: Online
- English requirement: IELTS 7
- Tuition: GBP 12,240 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; GBP 2,085 (Tuition (Full programme)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Buxton, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Legal Practice (Top-Up) programme are prepared for diverse careers in law:
- Solicitor / Barrister
- Legal Counsel
- Policy Advisor
- Legal Researcher
- Compliance Officer
- International Arbitrator
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Applied Research in Criminal Justice Systems
- Comparative Jurisprudence
- Independent Studies
- Intellectual Property in the Digital Age
- International Protection of Intellectual Property Rights
- Commercial Theories
- Company Law
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You will need:
- a good honours degree or relevant experience
- if your first language is not English you will need to evidence a proficiency in English (IELTS 7)
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 12,240 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; GBP 2,085 (Tuition (Full programme)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 12,240 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; GBP 2,085 (Tuition (Full programme)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Derby 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 Derby
University of Derby
Moffat, United Kingdom
University of Derby 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
