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Masters in Law in United Kingdom for international students

🇬🇧 One-year masters, world-famous universities, and a fast route to global careers. Here is what a masters in Law there actually involves — costs, entry tests, deadlines and what graduates earn.

Tuition per year
£18,000 – £45,000 GBP
Living cost per month
£1,365 GBP (mid-range city)
Tests accepted
IELTS
Intakes
September primary · January limited
Student visa
Student Visa (formerly Tier 4)GBP 524 + IHS GBP 776/year
After you graduate
Graduate Route — 2 years (3 for PhD)

Masters programmes in Law we track in United Kingdom

UniversityProgrammeDurationTuitionDeadlineApply
UCLLLM Law1 yrGBP 32,100Mar 31Apply

Fees and deadlines are indicative planning figures — always confirm on the university's own admissions page before you apply.

What Law graduates earn in United Kingdom

Median salary
GBP 70,000
Employment rate
85%
Post-study work
2 years

Common roles: Associate, Legal Counsel. Employers hiring graduates include Magic Circle Firms, Linklaters, Allen & Overy. Outlook: stable.

How to apply for the 1971 intake

  1. 1Apply via UCAS (undergrad) or direct (postgrad)
  2. 2Receive offer → meet conditions → get CAS letter
  3. 3Take IELTS/UKVI if your university requires it
  4. 4Apply online for Student visa, pay IHS
  5. 5Submit biometrics at a VFS centre
  6. 6Collect BRP within 10 days of arrival

Frequently asked questions

What does a Masters in Law in United Kingdom cost per year?

Tuition for international students typically runs £18,000–£45,000 per year (GBP), with a typical figure around £27,000. Living costs add roughly £1,365 a month in a mid-range city. Programmes in our list start from GBP 32,100.

Which tests do I need for a Masters in Law in United Kingdom?

The programmes we track ask for IELTS. Most United Kingdom universities accept an English test plus, where relevant, a graduate admissions test. Always check the exact minimum score on the programme page.

Can I work in United Kingdom after this degree?

Graduate Route — 2 years (3 for PhD). In Law, graduates report around 85% employment with a median of GBP 70,000.

When should I apply for the 1971 intake?

September primary · January limited. Deadlines for the programmes we track fall on Mar 31, so start test prep and documents 8–12 months earlier.

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