Master of Laws (LLM) Programme

Application Information

We are now accepting applications for the academic session 2013-14.

Please note: our deadline for applications to be received has been extended to Monday 1 July 2013

How to apply

There are two ways to apply for a place on the LLM at UCL. We recommend applying online as you will be able to log in and check the status of the application, including decisions, re-send reference requests, update contact details and more. An application processing fee is applicable for LLM programme applications.

Online:
Complete the online application form from the graduate study page on the main UCL website: http://www.ucl.ac.uk/prospective-students/graduate-study/application/taught
Graduate Application Forms:
Forms are available for download in pdf format from the UCL Graduate Admissions website. http://www.ucl.ac.uk/prospective-students/graduate-study/application/application-main/downloadable-applications

Application Information
All applicants must complete an application form. Application forms must be accompanied by:-

at least 2 references, one of which must be academic for recent graduates;
transcripts of the law qualifications, which if not in English must be accompanied by a certified English translation (if applying by post, please send photocopies only);
where appropriate, evidence of English language ability / qualifications (see Entry Requirements section).

Guidence on personal statement

When we assess your application we would like to learn:

why you want to study Law at graduate level
why you want to study Law at UCL
how your academic and professional background meets the demands of this programme
where you would like to go professionally with your degree
please state the modules you would like to take as part of the LLM (not including the dissertation topic)
please state the specialism you would like to follow (if applicable)
please state the field you may be interested to research by way of dissertation

Together with essential academic requirements, the personal statement is your opportunity to illustrate whether your reasons for applying to this programme match what the programme will deliver.

When to apply

Due to high demand for places, you are strongly advised to apply early. Entry for 2013-14 is now open. The deadline for applications for the academic session 2013-14 is Monday 1 July 2013. Please note that if places are full, the admissions process will close early.

Decisions

Successful applicants will be sent a formal offer of admission signed by the Academic Registrar. The letter will indicate whether the offer is unconditional or subject to the fulfillment of specific conditions. It will also show on your online portal.

To help us to provide a quick and efficient service to all applicants, please refrain from contacting the Graduate Office seeking a decision on your application unless it has been more than 6 weeks from receiving the acknowledgement email from the Admissions Office.

International applicants should not leave their own country for the purpose of attending UCL before receiving a formal offer of admission from UCL Admissions Office.

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