LLM (Master of Laws)

If you’re ready to take your career in law forward, or in one of the many law-related fields, our LLM is an excellent next step. It’s a versatile qualification that produces highly employable graduates for an increasingly connected world.

The course offers an in-depth understanding of how the law applies to individuals, businesses and society, not only regionally and nationally but also in the global arena of international relations and multinational corporations.

As such, you will study the effectiveness of the post-1945 legal world order and how the globalised system of business, trade and commercial laws has developed. You will also learn about the growing body of international human rights and European laws, exploring issues around Brexit and the protection of fundamental rights in the UK in particular.

With an element of independent study, you can focus on an area of law that interests you, with the support of specialist academics and researchers who are contributing to shaping today’s legal, policy and business environment. And, while you can choose to keep your LLM broad, you could instead opt for one of four specialist routes:

• European Law
• International Business Law
• International Human Rights Law
• International Law

Whichever route you choose, you’ll not only expand your legal knowledge but also develop advanced analytical and research skills. Whether you’re aiming to develop your employability prospects in a specialist area of law, policy or business or you’re intent on pursuing a career in research or academia, you’ll find a supportive environment in our modern law school.

Features and benefits

• Specialist routes – select one of our specialist LLM routes to develop your understanding of an area of law that you are passionate about.
• Research focus – learn from our team of expert academics who have strong links with civic society, think tanks and policy-makers both in the UK and abroad.
• Dynamic legal centre – Manchester has a thriving legal sector, with a wide range of national and international firms that specialise in diverse areas of legal practice.
• Outstanding learning environment – access to the excellent facilities within our Faculty of Business and Law, including careers and student hubs and IT zones – our University library is also right next door.
• Expand your knowledge – hear guest lectures from practising lawyers and renowned academics and public servants from the North West and further afield.
• Make connections – use our extensive links to law firms, lawyers and other organisations to help develop relationships that could further your career.

Reach your potential at Manchester Met - an ambitious university with a proud history

Manchester Metropolitan University (Manchester Met) is a historic and internationally recognized institution that dates back to 1824. Known for the quality of its teaching, it is also ranked as one of the top 60 universities in the UK (The Complete University Guide 2023).

The University, which is located in the heart of Manchester city center, is home to a diverse community of more than 4,000 international students from over 100 countries. Manchester is an exciting and vibrant city, full of museums, galleries, theatres, and music venues. It has been ranked as the third-best student city in the country (QS Best Student Cities 2023) and one of the most affordable cities for students in the UK (UniFresher 2023).

The University is undergoing a £400m investment program to enhance its teaching and research facilities, buildings, and public spaces. There has been recent investment in their Grosvenor building, School of Digital Arts, Institute of Sport, and the Dalton building, a redevelopment of their Faculty of Science and Engineering.

Manchester Met is also committed to recognizing high-achieving international students and offers a comprehensive range of scholarships. View further information here .