Program Overview
The International Law and International Relations at Lancaster University is a MA 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 International Law and International Relations 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 14,750 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 6,500 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Lancaster, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the International Law and International Relations programme are prepared for diverse careers in law:
- Solicitor / Barrister
- Legal Counsel
- Policy Advisor
- Legal Researcher
- Compliance Officer
- International Arbitrator
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Major Approaches to the Study of International Relations
- Dissertation (Standard)
- International Law
- Law and Global Health
- European Union Law
- European and International Competition Law
- International Business Law and Institutions
- International Environmental Law
- International Human Rights Law
- International Terrorism and the Law
- The Rights of Peoples
- The Law of International Organisations and Institutions
- Indepedent Research Module
- Conflicts of Law in Business Relations
- International Criminal Law
- Environmental Law
- International Family Law
- LLM Gender, Sexualities and Human Rights
- Transitional Justice, Human Rights and Peacebuilding
- Politics and International Relations of the Middle East
- Conflict Management and Contemporary Conflicts
- Globalisation: Its Meanings, Causes and Consequences
- Theorising Security and War
- Public Policy
- Theory and Concepts in Diplomacy and Foreign Policy
- Issues and Practice in Diplomacy and Foreign Policy
- International Relations and Politics of South Asia
- Conflict, Culture and Toleration
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- A good second class honours degree.
- IELTS: 6.5 or equivalent.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 14,750 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 6,500 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 14,750 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 6,500 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Lancaster University 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 Lancaster University
Lancaster University
Lancaster, England
Lancaster University is a collegiate public research university in Lancaster, Lancashire, England. The university was established in 1964 by royal charter, as one of several new universities...
University Profile- Start Date 2017-10-01
- Language English
- Duration 12 months