LLM Law with Global Political Economy in London United Kingdom | Birkbeck, University of London

Birkbeck, University of London | London United Kingdom
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Qualification
Masters Degree (Taught)
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP 22,410
(c. USD30,011.7)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
12 months

Course OverviewThis LLM in Law with Global Political Economy enables you to explore the interplay between public international law and international economic law within a post-colonial framework.Why select this programYou'll join a dynamic academic environment, collaborating with peers from varied professional and educational backgrounds.Our faculty members bring substantial research experience and published expertise to the program, continuing a legacy of critical legal scholarship that examines law through lenses of power dynamics and inequality, guided by principles of social, economic, political, environmental, and racial justice.This program serves both professionals seeking career advancement and those aiming to establish new career directions. We welcome students with prior legal knowledge as well as those pursuing specialization in this field.Program outcomesThe LLM in Law with Global Political Economy provides comprehensive knowledge of public international law and international economic law systems, preparing both law and non-law graduates to examine international justice issues.Throughout the program you will:develop insights into how law intersects with societal challenges and interacts with other legal domainsacquire skills to apply your understanding of complex issues and regulatory approaches across different settingsanalyze legal, regulatory, and policy initiatives concerning law and the global political economy with a critical perspective.Learning approachOur instruction integrates legal, critical, policy, social science, and humanities perspectives.The program combines pre-recorded lectures with interactive seminars. Lectures provide foundational knowledge, while seminars facilitate group discussions and collaborative work on course topics.Flexible study options include both full-time and part-time enrollment.Classes are scheduled during evening hours to accommodate working professionals.


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Language Requirements

English
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Qualification Requirements

A second-class honours degree (2:2) or above in law, the humanities or social sciences; other honours degrees will be considered. Equivalent international qualifications will also be considered. Other relevant qualifications and appropriate professional training and experience are welcome and will be taken into account. If English is not your first language or you have not previously studied in English, the requirement for this course is the equivalent of an International English Language Testing System (IELTS Academic Test) score of 6.5, with not less than 6.0 in each of the sub-tests. TOEFL: 79 (reading: 18, writing: 23, listening: 19, speaking: 19).

Tuition GBP 22,410

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