| UCAS code | 1234 |
|---|---|
| Duration | 1 year full time 2 years part time |
| Entry year | September 2025 |
| Campus | Streatham Campus |
| Discipline | Law |
| Contact |
| Typical offer | 2:2 Honours degree |
|---|---|
Overview
- Highly flexible programme allowing you to create your own specialism according to your career aspirations or gain broader legal experience with an array of cutting-edge modules
- Gain a global perspective on contemporary legal issues and learn how to find ways to overcome them by examining various legal systems and looking beyond the law
- Join a dynamic and vibrant academic environment that attracts students from all over the world creating a truly international learning community
- Learn from renowned academics, all highly driven and passionate experts in their fields
- Develop your research skills by joining one of our research centres and become an active member of our vibrant research community
Top 200 for Law in the QS World University Rankings 2024
Top 20 in the UK for our world-leading Law research
Based on research impact rated 4* + 3* in REF 2021
Personal tutor support and close contact with academic staff who are leaders in their field
Flexible programme giving you the opportunities to explore other disciplines
Top 200 for Law in the QS World University Rankings 2024
Top 20 in the UK for our world-leading Law research
Based on research impact rated 4* + 3* in REF 2021
Personal tutor support and close contact with academic staff who are leaders in their field
Flexible programme giving you the opportunities to explore other disciplines
Entry requirements
We will consider applicants with a high 2:2 Honours degree with at least 57% or above (or equivalent) in Law (or a degree with a substantial legal component). While we normally only consider applicants who meet this criteria, if you are coming from a different academic background which is equivalent to degree level, or have relevant work experience in legal professions, we would welcome your application.
Applicants without a Law degree
We welcome applications from students with other qualifications or degrees in an area appropriate to the LLM programme. These may include Social Sciences (eg Politics, International Relations, International Studies), Humanities, Accountancy or Business Studies. Please note this list is not exhaustive and every application will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
Please note: If we feel your application is better suited to one of our LLM Master of Laws and Business programmes we may automatically consider you for one of these.
Entry requirements for international students
Please visit our entry requirements section for equivalencies from your country and further information on English language requirements.
Entry requirements for international students
English language requirements
International students need to show they have the required level of English language to study this course. The required test scores for this course fall under Profile B2. Please visit our English language requirements page to view the required test scores and equivalencies from your country.
Course content
The flexibility of the Exeter LLM allows you to create a personalised programme according to your academic interests and/or career needs. You will be encouraged to critically reflect on the contemporary legal challenges that exist in our globalised world while acquiring the solid legal skills required for your professionalisation.
You will take part in interactive seminars, thought-provoking discussions and critical debates with your peers and academics from across the world giving you unique insight and global perspectives into contemporary law.
Alongside the compulsory dissertation, you’ll choose from an array of optional modules, including commercial law related modules, international law related modules and/or law and technology related modules.
In order to enhance your research and learning experiences and to create a vibrant community of postgraduate students enrolled in this programme, you will be affiliated with one of the research centres for the duration of your programme.
The modules we outline here provide examples of what you can expect to learn on this degree course based on recent academic teaching. The precise modules available to you in future years may vary depending on staff availability and research interests, new topics of study, timetabling and student demand.
60-credit compulsory dissertation module, 15-credit core skills module, 105 credits of optional modules
Compulsory modules
| Code | Module | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| LAWM640 | Dissertation | 60 |
| LAWM189 | Legal Research and Writing Skills | 15 |
Optional modules
In addition to the compulsory modules, you will study 105 credits of optional modules (45 credits in the autumn term and 60 credits in the spring term) chosen from the list of modules available in your year of academic study. You may choose to take 30 credits of module(s) outside the Law School, subject to availability and approval by the programme director. See https://www.exeter.ac.uk/study/studyinformation/modules/?prog=law
for optional Law School modules.
| Code | Module | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| LLM Master of Laws Term 1 option modules 2024-5 | ||
| LAWM145 | Dignity, Democracy and the Law | 15 |
| LAWM157 | International Human Rights Law: United Nations System | 15 |
| LAWM160 | Law, Politics and Justice | 15 |
| LAWM162 | The International Criminal Court: Law and Practice | 15 |
| LAWM165 | Automated and Autonomous Transport: Cars and Ships | 15 |
| LAWM166 | Business and Human Rights Law & Policy | 15 |
| LAWM167 | Blockchain, Policy, Property | 15 |
| LAWM168 | Corporate Law, Corporate Governance and Sustainability | 15 |
| LAWM169 | Data Protection and Privacy | 15 |
| LAWM170 | Digital Copyright Law | 15 |
| LAWM172 | EU Competition Law | 15 |
| LAWM173 | Financial Markets Law and Regulation | 15 |
| LAWM175 | International Commercial Law | 15 |
| LAWM176 | International Commercial Litigation | 15 |
| LAWM181 | Regulating AI: Law, Policy and Ethics | 15 |
| LAWM188 | Medical Technology and the Law | 15 |
| LAWM189 | Legal Research and Writing Skills | 15 |
| LAWM190 | Lawtech, AI and the Future of Law | 15 |
| LLM Master of Laws Term 2 option modules 2024-5 | ||
| LAWM155 | Human Rights and Digital Technologies | 15 |
| LAWM156 | International Crimes and Human Rights Abuses | 15 |
| LAWM161 | Migration, citizenship and asylum in international law | 15 |
| LAWM163 | The International Law of Cyber Operations | 15 |
| LAWM164 | The Use of Force in International Law | 15 |
| LAWM166 | Business and Human Rights Law & Policy | 15 |
| LAWM167 | Blockchain, Policy, Property | 15 |
| LAWM169 | Data Protection and Privacy | 15 |
| LAWM174 | International Arbitration | 15 |
| LAWM177 | International Trade and Society | 15 |
| LAWM178 | LLM Law Clinic | 15 |
| LAWM183 | International Banking and Fintech Law and Regulation | 15 |
| LAWM187 | Internet, Crime and Online Harms | 15 |
| LAWM191 | Law, Digital Markets & Competition | 15 |
| LAWM193 | Corporate Tax Law | 15 |
I chose the University of Exeter because of its great global university ranking. The courses here are really interesting and the tutors are excellent.
During my time here I have attended some interesting conferences that were suggested by my tutors and they have been really useful for my studies and have broadened my vision of Law.
The University of Exeter is not like other universities, it is a beautiful location without the noise of a big city. It is a great place for study.
You won’t regret it if you choose it!
Xiaodong
LLM
Fees
2025/26 entry
UK fees per year:
£12,500 full-time; £6,250 part-time
International fees per year:
£25,300 full-time; £12,650 part-time
Scholarships
The University of Exeter has many different scholarships available to support your education, including £5 million in scholarships for international students applying to study with us in the 2025/26 academic year, such as our Exeter Excellence Scholarships*.
For more information on scholarships and other financial support, please visit our scholarships and bursaries page.
*Terms and conditions apply. See online for details.
Teaching and research
Learning and teaching
Formal teaching is delivered via weekly lectures or seminars, depending on group size. Course materials are delivered directly by academic staff, and you are encouraged to actively engage in discussions and debates. You will be in control of your own learning, appropriately supported by peers and staff including a personal tutor.
Assessment
As well as the dissertation, assessment is comprised almost entirely of extended coursework essays, with written examinations in some modules where appropriate.
Research
In addition to your studies, you’ll have the opportunity to benefit from a stimulating programme of research seminars designed to enable staff and postgraduate students to experience cutting-edge research by members of the academic and legal community both within and outside of Exeter.
Extra-curricular activities
Formal learning is enhanced by opportunities to participate in a range of exciting extra-curricular activities including pro bono projects, internships, mooting and networking events.
We have close and active links with Exeter Law School alumni and honorary doctorates, many of whom occupy powerful and prestigious roles in the legal community throughout the world. Where possible, we invite individuals from this community and the broader legal profession to engage with our postgraduate students, whether through research seminars or more informal events, providing you with valuable networking opportunities.
Facilities
The Lasok Law Library, located in the Forum holds in excess of 40,000 volumes and is open 24 hours a day. You can choose from diverse study spaces to suit your specific learning needs, whether dedicated quiet study, group work, or social learning over a coffee.
Our custom-built Moot Court offers students invaluable opportunities to take part in mooting activities and is equipped with the latest technology, including high-spec video conferencing.
I was impressed by the content offered by the LLM programme. It is specifically designed to prepare smart practitioners, in other words, while the course provided a comprehensive theoretical background, it also provided skills and understanding as to how the knowledge would work in practice.
Indeed, this was something that would later help me to stand out from hundreds of applicants while job hunting. Couple of months after my graduation, I was offered a position at the largest law firm in Armenia
My final choice of university was greatly impacted by the beautiful city of Exeter itself. This small city and university campus offer a marvellous atmosphere for studying without any unnecessary distractions and obstacles of adjusting to a new country and culture.
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Lilit, LLM Law 2016
Senior Associate, Attorney Concern Dialog law firm Yerevan, Republic of Armenia
Careers
Employer-valued skills this course develops
The modules offered include topics you must have knowledge of in order to succeed in senior positions, whether in private practice, corporate or public employment – including international trading companies and law firms, chartering, trade, and marine insurance, the European Commission, the European Court of Justice, or the Governments of EU Member States.
You will gain invaluable experience in finding out the law from the original sources; in preparing and producing extended legal writing; and in presenting a legal proposition briefly and succinctly to an audience.
Graduate destinations
LLM graduates either continue on the academic path and pursue their studies with a PhD; others go into private practice, corporate or public employment – including international trading companies and law firms, chartering, trade, and marine insurance, the European Commission, the Governments of EU Member States as well as international and regional courts and/or organisations or NGOs.
Careers support
When it comes to securing a graduate level position, we enjoy extremely good relations with members of the legal profession regionally, nationally and internationally. You will be supported by an Employability Officer, the wide range of services offered by Career Zone and have the opportunity to meet potential employers face-to-face through our annual Law Fair, workshops and careers sessions.
