Law
    Duration3 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    GBP 14,420 / Year
    Next IntakeJanuary 1, 2023

    Law

    About

    The LLM Law degree from Robert Gordon University will equip you with the knowledge and skills to enhance your professional career in a range of legal environments. It is designed to incorporate maximum flexibility both in the topics you cover and the way that you learn, whether online or on campus.

    There is a strong international focus on the subjects we offer and a wide range of areas of expertise you can explore including Energy Law, International Commercial Law, International Law and Dispute Resolution.

    If you want to specialise in these areas of Law we also offer specific pathways of the LLM Law degree.

    This course involves the study of eight taught modules plus a dissertation on a degree related subject.

    If you do not hold an LLB degree of equivalent, you will be required to study the Legal Framework module.

    The choice of modules for any one candidate may be limited by module availability in any particular year, by timetabling factors, by prerequisites that a module may have, by the limit on online modules that may be taken by international students for visa purposes, and for any other reason approved by the Deanof School.

    Learning Methods

    You are able to study entirely online, choose whether to take only modules that are taught on campus in face to face classes or to add to the mix by taking online and on campus modules.

    In full-time on campus mode, you will learn through a combination of lectures, seminars and workshop sessions. Access to our virtual learning environment,CampusMoodle, is also provided giving you access from home to learning materials (including videos, e-books and journals).

    In OnlineLearning mode you will studythrough theCampusMoodle and taught and supported by experienced industry professionals who will recreate the same challenging interactive format of the on-campus courses. You will have the benefit of being part of a group of learners with the invaluable opportunity to participate in active, group-related learning within a supportive online community setting.

    Activity Summary

    • Lectures - 15-30 students per group, 3 hours per week
    • Tutorial - 10 students per group, 1 hour per week
    • Independent Study -4 hours per week
    • Forum Posting (Online Learningonly) - 2 hours per week

    How long is aLaw course?

    The LLM Law course can be successfully completed within 1 - 3 years, in which the opportunity to receive the necessary skills are obtained.

    Independent Study

    You are required to engage in your own research as part of your weekly independent study time. Course preparation and private study typically calls for an average of 16 hours of independent learning per week.

    Assessment

    Please note the below provides you with an indicative summary of assessment methods for Full-Time On Campus mode. This may differ depending on modules chosen and other delivery modes.

    Typically students are assessed eachyear:

    • 1 written exam, typically for 2-3 hours
    • 8 written assignments, including essays
    • 1 dissertation
    • 1 presentation

    Feedback

    We aim to provide you with feedback within 20 working days of hand-in for all written exams, coursework and practical exams.

    Staff Delivering on This Course

    You will be taught and supported by a teaching team which contains a balance of experienced industry professionals and high quality academic staff who will help create a challenging interactive environment for your study.

    All our academic staff are encouraged to work towards a Higher Education Academy Fellowship. This is a professional recognition of an individuals practice, impact and leadership of teaching and learning.

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    • Applicants with lower qualification and / or relevant work experience will be considered on a case by case basis. Contact Admissions for information: [email protected]
    • Students who do not meet our direct entry requirements may be able to undertake a pre-masters programme through our International College at Robert Gordon University

    English Requirements

    • IELTSMin 6.5

    English Program Requirements

    Most postgraduate courses require an IELTS score of 6.5, with a minimum of 5.5 in each area. Some courses require a higher English Language score. Always check the relevant course page and our English Language Requirements page before applying.

    Career

    Job Prospects

    The LLM Law course will assist you in securing your first role within a law or business environment, or prepare you for further academic study. In an increasingly competitive jobs market, practitioners equipped with both understanding of commercially relevant aspects of law and strong professional skills are highly sought after.

    The programme also provides the opportunity for lawyers in mid-career to acquire increasingly expected skills and knowledge while non-lawyers are assisted in the transition into specialist legal areas that complement their existing experience in business and commerce.

    Find your CAREER Path

    Fee Information

    How to Apply

    • Completing an existing course (for example passing your Bachelors before coming to do a Masters with us). Please upload your degree documents to your Apply Yourself record or email the Admissions Office with these.
    • Proving that your English language is good enough for University-level study. In this case you should send us a copy of your IELTS or TOEFL certificate as soon as it is available. Please upload these documents to your Apply Yourself record or email the Admissions Office with these.
    • Making a pre-payment (deposit) for international students. In this case you must arrange to pay the  University before we can release an Unconditional Offer. To find out how to do this, please visit the Making Payment page. 

    Law

    Robert Gordon University

    Robert Gordon University

    United Kingdom

    United Kingdom, Aberdeen