Masters of Law (LLM)

Be taught by specialists in their field

The LLM at the University of East London offers an opportunity for lawyers, and graduates of law and other disciplines to explore the challenges of law in our global society.

The program focuses on critical areas of law and legal policy, including human rights, the environment, financial technology, international trade, business, international relations and dispute resolution.

The LLM welcomes students from across the world and from the local community. Current lawyers can have the opportunity to reflect on their practice, recent law graduates can enhance their legal studies and non-law graduates can engage with the relevance of law to our society economy and culture.

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Choice of specialisations

The LLM programs provide students a choice of specialisations in international and comparative law in both public and private law contexts. The aim is to enhance critical thinking, high quality legal research, convincing legal writing and advocacy.

Flexible study

These courses are taught over a 12-month cycle and can be studied full-time in one year and part-time in two. Students take 4 taught modules and a 15,000-word dissertation. Some modules are core and there is a good choice of optional ones.

Research-based assessment

The LLM assessment is research-based and combines essays, case studies, reflective diaries, legal opinions and oral presentations. Research skills are taught through core modules.

Why Choose Us?

The LLM was established in 1993 and since then our graduates can be found practicing law in many jurisdictions, working in public service and diplomacy, in business and active in NGOs. Some are to be found in the judiciaries of several countries, as well as academics and politicians.

The LLM is taught by specialists in their field. Areas of particular interest include human rights, international law, financial technology law, environment law and dispute resolution. In the REF 2021, 96% of our research was rated of international quality. Staff are engaged in international research projects, consultancies and some work with international organizations. Many have a background in legal practice.

Outstanding facilities to practice what you learn

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You'll be situated in the heart of London's most energetic and rapidly changing district. Classes take place in our ultra-modern teaching hubs at University Square Stratford and Docklands campus. The bespoke and modern campus facilities are complete with extensive 24-hour library access, tiered lecture theatres, seminar rooms, cafes and shops.

We have tailored facilities like the MBA suite and law students take part in debates in the law department's own Mooting Room.

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Dean of Royal Docks School of Business and Law: Professor Mohammad Ali
Director of Careers and Enterprise: Adam Doyle
Director of Impact and Innovation: Shampa Roy-Mukherjee
Director of Education and Experience: Rebecca Page-Tickell
Recruitment and Marketing Coordinator: Jaya Kypuram
School Manager: Suzanne McDonald
Deputy School Manager: Caroline Purcell
Departmental Officer: Faran Shaheen
Departmental Officer: Hinna Kazmi
MBA Administrator : Karen Jaramilo