Law

This course involves the study of eight taught modules plus a dissertation on a degree related subject.

If you do not hold an LLB degree of equivalent, you will be required to study the Legal Framework module.

The choice of modules for any one candidate may be limited by module availability in any particular year, by timetabling factors, by prerequisites that a module may have, by the limit on online modules that may be taken by international students for visa purposes, and for any other reason approved by the Dean of School.

Learning Methods

You are able to study entirely online, choose whether to take only modules that are taught on campus in face to face classes or to add to the mix by taking online and on campus modules.

Learning full-time on campus, you will learn through a combination of lectures, seminars and workshop sessions. Access to our virtual learning environment, Moodle, is also provided giving you access from home to learning materials (including videos, e-books and journals).

When learning via online learning, you will study through Moodle and taught and supported by experienced industry professionals who will recreate the same challenging interactive format of the on-campus courses. You will have the benefit of being part of a group of learners with the invaluable opportunity to participate in active, group-related learning within a supportive online community setting.

Activity Summary

• Lectures - 15-30 students per group, 3 hours per week
• Tutorial - 10 students per group, 1 hour per week
• Independent Study - 4 hours per week
• Forum Posting (online learning only) - 2 hours per week

How long is a Law course?

The LLM Law course can be successfully completed within 1 - 3 years, in which the opportunity to receive the necessary skills are obtained.

Independent Study

You are required to engage in your own research as part of your weekly independent study time. Course preparation and private study typically calls for an average of 16 hours of independent learning per week.

Assessment

Assessment methods vary by module and may include coursework, reports, presentations, portfolios, practical exercises and, in some cases, examinations.

Most assessments are coursework-based, with the specific assessment profile depending on module choices and other delivery modes.

Typical assessment methods for full-time on campus study.:

• 1 written exam, typically for 2-3 hours (when the optional LSM228 module is selected)
• Written assignments, including essays - varies according to the modules selected
• 2-3 reports depending on module choice
• 1 dissertation
• Portfolios, set exercises, project outputs, oral assessment and/or presentations, practical skills assessment - may be used depending on module choice
• 2-4 online discussion forums - optional
• 1-2 reflective journals - optional

Feedback

We aim to provide you with feedback within 20 working days of hand-in for all written exams, coursework and practical exams.

Staff Delivering on This Course

You will be taught and supported by a teaching team which contains a balance of experienced industry professionals and high quality academic staff who will help create a challenging interactive environment for your study.

All our academic staff are encouraged to work towards a Higher Education Academy Fellowship.  This is a professional recognition of an individuals practice, impact and leadership of teaching and learning.

Job Prospects

The LLM Law course will assist you in securing your first role within a law or business environment, or prepare you for further academic study. In an increasingly competitive jobs market, practitioners equipped with both understanding of commercially relevant aspects of law and strong professional skills are highly sought after. 

The programme also provides the opportunity for lawyers in mid-career to acquire increasingly expected skills and knowledge while non-lawyers are assisted in the transition into specialist legal areas that complement their existing experience in business and commerce.

What is needed for LLM Law?

• Applicants will normally hold a 2:2 undergraduate honours degree or its equivalent in any subject discipline.
• Applicants with relevant work experience will be considered on a case by case basis.

English Language Requirements

Applicants whose first language is not English should have an IELTS of 6.5 overall, with no component lower than 5.5, or an equivalent.

We accept a variety of in-country and secure English language tests, find out more:

Please note, some courses may require a higher standard of English than stated in this page. Contact admissions@rgu.ac.uk for further information.

International Students 

International students who do not meet our direct entry requirements for this course can gain additional entry points through our International College at Robert Gordon University.

The International College at Robert Gordon University offers a 10-week Pre-master's to students who may not meet the entry requirements into any of the LLM pathways.