Programme summary for LLM International Law and International Relations
About the programme
The areas of International law and International relations have been developed by specialists in their field who have published widely including books on the modern state, international environment, international law after September 11 2001, the Palestinian-Israeli conflict, the African Human Rights system, Islam, Human Rights and Land law. The teaching team comprises of staff who acted as consultants to international organizations and held visiting professor positions in the Middle East, Africa and South and South East Asia.
Programme structure
There are two core 30 credit modules, one 60 credit dissertation of 15,000 words and two optional 30 credit modules. The total programme amounts to 180 credits and is available one year full-time or two years part-time. Core modules are: Current Issues and Research in International Law and Critical International Relations; two modules can be selected from any available LLM International Law or MSc International Relations module.
Career opportunities
Equips you with critical skills and knowledge in important areas
Support
On joining, students receive a helpful induction programme. This will explain the facilities and services available, orient students in the university and help students choose their modules.
Special workshops are also provided to guide students on the preparation of their dissertations.
Teaching is supported by on-line learning and pod-casting of lectures.
The School offers a specialist employability officer to advise students about their options after graduation.
Students have access to resources at UEL library and the Institute of Advanced Legal Studies.
The University also offers extensive support services including financial advice, careers advice, counselling and learning support.
Admission
A good degree in law, social sciences or humanities or another appropriate discipline.
In the case of applicants whose first language is not English, or whose first degree has not been studied in English medium, then IELTS 6.5 (or equivalent) is required. International qualifications will be checked for appropriate matriculation to UK Higher Education postgraduate programmes.
Key facts
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Tuition Fees - 2013/14
Home/EU Fees
- Module fee: £1,100
- Full time fee: £6,600 per yr
International Fees
- Module fee: £1,770
- Full time fee: £10,620 per yr
Fees based on 30 credit modules (unless otherwise indicated) For further information regarding postgraduate fees please refer to www.uel.ac.uk/fees/
