Course Details
Course Name
LLM International Law
Level of study
Postgraduate Taught
Study Mode
Fulltime
Duration
1 Years
Start Term
Sept
Country
United Kingdom
City
Newcastle
Course Subject
- Law
Course Fees
Inside EU: 7410
Outside EU: 17370
Universities
Newcastle University
Description
Our LLM in International Law focuses on the issues facing today's international lawyers. You will study the complex and dynamic nature of the international legal system and its role in foreign affairs.
Our Research
70% of Law research world leading or internationally excellent.
Research Excellence Framework 2014
This course is one of four taught law courses (LLM) we offer and is suitable for graduates of any background. It is ideal if you’re interested in gaining a better understanding of how the law shapes and influences international affairs.
It will give you the knowledge, insights and practical skills to enhance your career in practice, the public, private or diplomatic sectors or academia. If you are pursuing another career path, it will enhance your understanding of how the law shapes and influences international affairs.
You will study contemporary issues in public international law. You will develop your knowledge and expertise in:
international dispute settlement
international organisations
the role of individuals in the international legal system
You will develop both your practical and research legal skills. Through our Legal Simulation module you will work in small teams and be presented with a realistic scenario. You will be introduced to a variety of practically-focused legal skills, including:
analysis of complex legal problems
devising legal strategies
working with the law in real-life contexts
You will also learn a variety of legal-specific research skills through our Legal Research Skills and Methods module.
You can create your own specialised programme of study that matches your legal interests and career aspirations. You can choose from a wide range of optional modules to complement your core studies, including:
the role of law in international affairs
diplomacy and dispute settlement
human rights law
international crime
the protection of foreign investment
You can also choose from a range of our other master's modules, with the permission of the Degree Programme Director.
Dedicated one-to-one support is also given to help you research and write a dissertation on an area of law you feel passionate about.
There is a field trip to international criminal courts and tribunals in The Hague as part of the optional module, International Criminal Law. This is an optional trip and is not covered by tuition fees.
There are opportunities to become an editor of The North East Law Review. This is Newcastle’s student-edited law journal which showcases outstanding student work for open-access publication. You can also join the Eldon Society, the University’s society for students with an interest in law.
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