Master of Laws - General Law

This is a General LLM. The core module is Research and Dissertation, and there is a wide range of elective modules to choose from.

This flexible programme of study offers modules which are relevant to the current legal environment. Students will learn how to apply the law successfully to complex situations, as well as develop research and investigative skills, and a critical and research-oriented approach to a range of chosen legal areas.

The Department of Law has a team of highly skilled academics, some of whom combine teaching with legal practice. This helps to ensure that the courses are constantly refreshed with the latest industry thinking and practice, and provides students with the opportunity to mix with people who can provide hands-on experience and insight into their area of legal work.

Studies are enhanced by legal events and guest lectures, covering legal aspects of areas such as technology, employment, and climate change. This course has a strong focus on employability, equipping students with the specialist knowledge and expertise to succeed in the legal profession, as well as other careers and professions.

Many of the graduates from this course go on to complete their solicitor or barrister training or join graduate schemes in a range of areas including procurement and contracts; in-house legal advice or compliance. Kingston's LLM graduates have gone on to work for law firms, private business, government, NGO's and charitable organisations. They work in a breadth of roles with job titles including assistant solicitor, barrister, paralegal, partner, lawyer, legal advisor, judge, consultant, policy compliance manager, general counsel, company secretary and senior associate.