Brighton,
United Kingdom
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
LLM International Law in Brighton United Kingdom | University of Sussex
University of Sussex
|
Brighton United Kingdom
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Qualification
Masters Degree (Taught)
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP
21,500
(c. USD28,793.02)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
12 months
International law represents a constantly changing legal field that addresses diverse subjects and specialties concerning interactions among nations, non-governmental entities, and global institutions. It functions within politically charged environments like military interventions, wars, or climate crises, while also governing routine aspects of our interconnected world, including migration, commerce, and foreign investments.
This LLM program covers:
the dynamics between governments, intergovernmental bodies, global agencies, NGOs, and other international participants
major international legal frameworks (such as human rights legislation, transnational criminal justice, environmental regulations, and investment treaties)
critical analyses of international law's influence on world events
You'll develop insights into the political dimensions of current international legal issues. The program offers opportunities to:
hone practical abilities through Model United Nations and international moot court competitions
connect with professionals from global judicial bodies
participate in initiatives through the Sussex Law and Policy Center.
Throughout your studies, you'll cultivate an international outlook and build professional relationships with legal experts, advocates, and practitioners worldwide - connections that will remain valuable after completing your degree.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.0
Qualification Requirements
You should normally have an upper second-class (2.1) undergraduate honours degree or above.
Subject-specific requirements
Your qualification should be in law or a relevant subject such as economics, finance, international relations, political science, history, criminology, criminal justice or sociology. You may still be considered for the course if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You may also be considered for the course if you have other professional qualifications or experience of equivalent standing.
IELTS (Academic) - Standard level (6.0 overall, including at least 5.5 in each component).
TOEFL (iBT) - 80 overall, including at least 17 in Listening, 18 in Reading, 20 in Speaking, 17 in Writing.
Subject-specific requirements
Your qualification should be in law or a relevant subject such as economics, finance, international relations, political science, history, criminology, criminal justice or sociology. You may still be considered for the course if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You may also be considered for the course if you have other professional qualifications or experience of equivalent standing.
IELTS (Academic) - Standard level (6.0 overall, including at least 5.5 in each component).
TOEFL (iBT) - 80 overall, including at least 17 in Listening, 18 in Reading, 20 in Speaking, 17 in Writing.
Tuition
GBP
21,500