• A good undergraduate law degree (usually a 2:1 or higher in the UK, or an equivalent international qualification).
• Some universities may accept non-law graduates if they have relevant professional experience or qualifications.
• Proof of English language proficiency (such as IELTS or TOEFL) if English is not your first language.

• Full-time LLM programs typically take 12 months to complete.
• Part-time LLM programs can take 24 months or longer, depending on your schedule.

• Opportunity to specialize in a specific area of law.
• Enhance career prospects, particularly in fields like international law, human rights, and corporate law.
• Build a professional network with peers and faculty.
• Exposure to UK and international legal systems.

• If you’re an international student, you’re generally allowed to work up to 20 hours per week during term time and full-time during breaks, depending on your visa conditions.
• Domestic students can usually work full-time.

• Graduates often pursue careers in legal practice, international organizations, government agencies, or corporate law departments.
• An LLM can also enhance your qualifications for academic or research roles in law.

The UK offers post-study work visas (such as the Graduate Visa) that allow international students to stay for up to two years after completing their studies (or three years for PhD graduates) to work or look for work in the UK.