LLM International Law
Specialise in public international law, human rights, or international commercial law at a Russell Group university with a strong legal heritage. The programme combines theoretical rigour with practical moot court and clinic experience.
Specialise in public international law, human rights, or international commercial law at a Russell Group university with a strong legal heritage. Birmingham Law School is one of the largest and most established law schools in the UK, with active research centres in human rights, criminal justice, and commercial law.
The programme combines theoretical rigour with practical moot court and clinic experience, preparing you for careers in international law firms, NGOs, government, and international organisations.
Same field, different universities
See how this programme compares with law programmes at other universities we work with.
| University | Country | Level | Duration | Tuition/year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Birmingham ★ This programme | 🇬🇧 UK | Master's | 1 year | £25,200 |
| King's College London QS #31 | 🇬🇧 UK | Master's | 1 year | £33,000 |
| Edinburgh QS #27 | 🇬🇧 UK | Master's | 1 year | £31,200 |
| Glasgow QS #78 | 🇬🇧 UK | Bachelor's | 4 years | £22,800 |
| Corvinus Budapest QS ~511 | 🇭🇺 Hungary | Bachelor's | 3 years | €3,800 |
Your counsellor helps you compare and apply to multiple programmes simultaneously — at no cost.
What you'll need
| Academic | Bachelor's (2:1 or equivalent) in Law | |
| English | IELTS 6.5 (no band below 6.0) or TOEFL 88 | |
| Documents | Law degree transcripts, SOP, two references, passport | |
Don't have a law degree? Birmingham also offers the Graduate Diploma in Law (GDL) as a conversion course — your counsellor can advise on the best route.
Core modules
Career outcomes
£40,000
Starting salary in international law firms
2-year visa
UK Graduate Route post-study work visa
91%
Employed within 6 months
Top employers
International courts, NGOs, DLA Piper, Clifford Chance
Application timeline
Tuition fees & deposit
| Tuition (international) | Per annum | £25,200 |
| Deposit | Required before CAS / visa | £2,500 |
| IHS (Immigration Health Surcharge) | Per year | £776 |
Funding you may be eligible for
Birmingham and the UK government offer several scholarship options for international law students. Your counsellor matches you with every award you qualify for.
Not sure which scholarships you qualify for? Your counsellor reviews every option and handles the applications — at no cost.
Alternative funding options
Covers tuition and living expenses for postgraduate students at top-ranked universities. No cosigner required; rates based on future earning potential.
Student Route visa holders may work up to 20 hours per week during term and full-time during holidays. Birmingham's legal, professional services, and retail sectors offer good student employment options.
Monthly budget in Birmingham
Birmingham is the UK's second-largest city but significantly more affordable than London — with excellent transport, dining, and cultural options.
UKVI maintenance requirement: £1,023/month (outside London) for 9 months — you must show this in your bank statements for the visa.
Visa requirements for the UK
| Visa type | Student Route visa (formerly Tier 4) | |
| CAS required | Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies from Birmingham | |
| Financial proof | £1,023/month × 9 months = £9,207 (outside London) | |
| Health surcharge (IHS) | £776/year — covers NHS access | |
| Visa fee | £490 (standard processing) | |
| Post-graduation | 2-year Graduate Route visa — work in any role | |
Your counsellor guides you through the full visa process — from CAS letter to biometrics appointment.
Hear from our students
"Birmingham's LLM gave me exactly the specialisation I needed — the International Commercial Arbitration module opened doors to a training contract at a top City firm. My counsellor helped me get a Chevening Scholarship that covered everything."
"I chose Birmingham over London because the tuition was lower and the city is so affordable. The moot court experience was invaluable — it gave me the confidence to argue cases in front of real judges. My counsellor made the visa process completely stress-free."
Frequently asked questions
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