Masters of Law (LLM)
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Masters of Law (LLM)
Be taught by specialists in the field
Our LLM programme helps you explore legal issues in a global context.
This LLM programme helps you reflect on your legal practice and develop your understanding of law. You will critically examine how law shapes society, the economy and culture.
The curriculum focuses on critical areas of law and legal policy, including:
- Human rights
- The environment
- Financial technology
- International trade
- Business
- International relations
- Dispute resolution
Study Masters of Law (LLM)
Hear from our academics and students about studying Law at the University of East London.
- Learn how the course prepares you for real legal careers
- Explore global legal challenges and current issues
- Discover what it is like to study Law at UEL
Watch the video to learn more about studying Law at UEL.
Why choose UEL?
Since 1993, our LLM (Master of Laws) has prepared graduates for legal careers worldwide. Our graduates have gone on to:
- Practice law in multiple countries
- Work in public office and diplomacy
- Lead in business and non-governmental organisations (NGOs)
- Build careers in the judiciary, academia, and politics
Learn from legal experts
You will be taught by specialists with expertise in:
- Human rights law
- International law
- Financial technology (fintech) law
- Environmental law
- Dispute resolution
Many of our academics have backgrounds in legal practice and remain active in their fields. They:
- Contribute to international research projects
- Work as consultants
- Collaborate with global organisations
In the 2021 Research Excellence Framework (REF), 96 per cent of our research was rated as internationally recognised or internationally excellent.
Choose your specialisation
Our LLM programmes offer specialisations in international and comparative law across public and private contexts.
You will develop:
- Critical thinking
- Advanced legal research skills
- Clear and persuasive legal writing
- Strong advocacy skills
Study full-time or part-time
You can study this course:
- Full-time in one year
- Part-time over two years
The course runs over a 12-month teaching cycle and includes:
- Four taught modules
- A 15,000-word dissertation
- A mix of core and optional modules
Assessment based on research
Your assessment focuses on developing strong research skills through a range of methods, including:
- Essays
- Case studies
- Reflective diaries
- Legal opinions
- Oral presentations
You will build your research skills through core modules across the course.
Facilities at UEL
Royal Docks School of Business and Law
You will study in one of London’s fastest-growing areas, with teaching based at our University Square Stratford and Docklands campuses.
Our facilities include:
- A 24-hour library
- Tiered lecture theatres and seminar rooms
- Cafés and shops on campus
We also offer specialist spaces, including:
- A dedicated MBA suite
- A Mooting Room where law students practise legal arguments and debates
Staff
Teaching
- Barry Collins – Head of Department
- Qudsia Mirza – Course Leader
- Romit Bhandari – Associate Course Leader
- Iwa Salami – LLM Fintech Law Course Leader
- Olubunmi Onafuwa – Lecturer
- Mark Tsagas – Lecturer
- Kofi Kufuor – Lecturer
- Olusegun Gbede – Lecturer
- Catherine Hobby – Lecturer
- Clinton Osemwengie – Lecturer
- Bakari Arabi – Lecturer
- Miroslava Marinova – Lecturer
- Michael Reynolds – Lecturer
- Annalisa Meloni – Lecturer
- Augustina Akoto – Lecturer
- Saadiya Ahmad – Lecturer
- Nurun Choudhury – Lecturer
- Patrick Glennon-Farris – Lecturer
- Lorna Macfarlane – Lecturer
Hear from our graduates
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Imran Khan, human rights lawyer and UEL alumni, on realising your ambition through study at UELImage 1 of x![]()
Nurun started her academic journey with an 8-week law course and is now a solicitor.Image 1 of x
- Baroness Helena Kennedy visits UEL for International Women's DayImage 1 of x
- Imran Khan, human rights lawyer and UEL alumni, on realising your ambition through study at UELImage 1 of x
- Nurun started her academic journey with an 8-week law course and is now a solicitor.Image 1 of x
Other than learning valuable information in matters related to both, international law and business and financial law, I acquired skills in redaction, research, and referencing.
All this while receiving the continuous support of my professors, programme leader, and various departments at UEL. Due to the responsiveness and professionalism of everyone in the law department, COVID did not affect the quality of learning, and I received a lot more than I expected.”
Joelle Nassif
LLM Graduate
I enrolled in the LLM Transitional Justice and Conflict course in Sept 2020. I am happy with the quality of instructors I have come across in this programme. Instead of traditional test assessment, we were required to write essays and case studies and/or projects to be submitted at the end of the semester. I particularly enjoyed writing about issues and topics that were interesting to me. The instructors gave me helpful feedback during the semester. I had the opportunity to serve as a course rep and also to volunteer for the Centre of Human Rights in Conflict podcast. I feel prepared to enter the academic and professional world of transitional justice and conflict.’’
Julia Myron
LLM student, 2021
