University of London International Programmes (Distance Learning), LLM, Master of Laws

Prestige

• The University of London has been offering the opportunity for students worldwide to obtain the Master of Laws (LLM) through self-study, and without coming to London, since 1925;
• Renowned for its long-standing excellence in legal education, the University of London is one of the largest and most respected institutions in the world;
• Queen Mary and UCL’s Law departments have outstanding reputations and 
have developed the programmes
 and will assess students.

Pr Alastair Hudson, Queen Mary, University of London about distance learning LLM

Choice Flexibility

• A wide range of courses – you choose your course options and plan your studies to fit in with your work and home commitments;
• 30 specialisations are available. Educational support will be available in many countries around the world;
• If you wish you can pay as you go, or pay the total fee upfront.

Access

• Access is a key principle – you do not need an LLB or be a lawyer to apply;
• Whether you are a practising lawyer, LLB graduate or non-legal professional, if you’re keen to develop your career, our programme has an option to suit you.

Learning Process

• Self-study programme with extensive study materials (print, CD and web- based), written and edited especially for distance learning students;
• eCampus containing online library resources, legal databases and dedicated discussion forums for each course;
• Progression routes are offered enabling students to accumulate credits towards the Master of Laws (LLM);
• Flexible, modular structures;
• Up to five years in which to complete your studies;
• Students study independently, with no tuition or access to academic feedback from the University of London.

Interview with graduates
Abigail Galea, Malta, graduate from LLM in Family Law in 2011, finished distance learning LLM course from the University of London for 5 years while working as a laywer at her home country:

Rafail Veli, Canada, graduated from LLM in 2011, taking courses in Intellectual property, Computer and Information Technology Law courses, while doing his LLM courses Rafail continued his career in management consultancy: