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97 Master's degrees in Law in South Africa

Exploring Law programmes in South Africa reveals a diverse range of options for international students. Tuition fees vary widely, with the lower-end at €332, the typical fee around €3,502, and the higher-end reaching €17,129. This broad spectrum ensures that students with different budgets can find suitable programmes. Notably, 34% of programmes are considered affordable, making legal education accessible to a wider audience. Additionally, 19% of Law programmes are available online, offering flexibility for those who may not be able to relocate. South Africa boasts a robust legal education system, with 25% of its universities offering Law programmes. This extensive availability ensures that aspiring lawyers have numerous quality options to choose from across the country.

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Stellenbosch University4,4(123)
Stellenbosch, South Africa Top 5% in Worldwide

Laws

The curriculum for the general LLM by coursework is not formally organised by department, and there is no uniform set of prescribed modules.

LL.M. Full-time +2 On-campus
1 year$4,226/yr
University of Pretoria4,2(184)
Pretoria, South Africa Top 7% in Worldwide

Socio-economic Rights (Coursework)

Socio-economic Rights (Coursework) from University of Pretoria is increasingly becoming multifaceted and in certain areas more global.

LL.M. Full-time On-campus
1 year$3,966/yr
Stellenbosch University4,4(123)
Stellenbosch, South Africa Top 5% in Worldwide

General LLM

The General LLM degree is offered at Stellenbosch University.

LL.M. Full-time On-campus
1 year$4,854/yr
University of Pretoria4,2(184)
Pretoria, South Africa Top 7% in Worldwide

Labour Law (Coursework)

Labour Law (Coursework) from University of Pretoria is increasingly becoming multifaceted and in certain areas more global.

LL.M. Full-time On-campus
1 year$3,966/yr
University of Pretoria4,2(184)
Pretoria, South Africa Top 7% in Worldwide

Law

Law from University of Pretoria is increasingly becoming multifaceted and in certain areas more global.

LL.M. Full-time On-campus
1 year$3,201/yr
University of the Western Cape4,3(86)
Cape Town, South Africa Top 15% in Worldwide

Environment Law

At Environment Law from the University of the Western Cape, its strong teaching and applied research focus is building critical capacity in both the private and public sectors.

LL.M. Full-time +2 On-campus
1 year$6,504/yr
University of Kwazulu Natal3,8(153)
Pietermaritzburg, South Africa +1 Top 7% in Worldwide

Business Law

The School of Law at University of Kwazulu Natal offers an LLM programme in Business Law on both the Howard College and Pietermaritzburg Campuses.

LL.M. Full-time +2 On-campus
1 year$18,300/yr
University of South Africa (UNISA)4,2(488)
Online Top 15% in Worldwide

Private Law

The master in Private Law at University of South Africa (UNISA)  provides comprehensive open distance learning in a socially responsible and distinctive manner that produces excellent scholarship and research, provides quality tuition and fosters active community engagement.

LL.M. Part-time Online
3 years$370/yr
University of Kwazulu Natal3,8(153)
Durban, South Africa Top 7% in Worldwide

Child Care and Protection Law

The School of Law at University of Kwazulu Natal offers an LLM programme in Child Care and Protection Law.

LL.M. Full-time +2 On-campus
1 year$19,100/yr
University of Kwazulu Natal3,8(153)
Durban, South Africa Top 7% in Worldwide

Advanced Criminal Justice

The School of Law at University of Kwazulu Natal offers an LLM programme in Advanced Criminal Justice on both the Howard College and Pietermaritzburg Campuses.

LL.M. Full-time +2 On-campus
1 year$19,100/yr
University of South Africa (UNISA)4,2(488)
Online Top 15% in Worldwide

Intellectual Property Law

The master in Intellectual Property Law at University of South Africa (UNISA)  provides comprehensive open distance learning in a socially responsible and distinctive manner that produces excellent scholarship and research, provides quality tuition and fosters active community engagement.

LL.M. Part-time Online
3 years$370/yr
Tshwane University of Technology4,4(53)
Pretoria, South Africa

Policing

Holders of any other equivalent South African or international qualification may also beconsidered for the Policing programme from Tshwane University of Technology.

Master Full-time On-campus
1 yearTuition not available
University of the Western Cape4,3(86)
Cape Town, South Africa Top 15% in Worldwide

Comparative Labour Law

At Comparative Labour Law from the University of the Western Cape, its strong teaching and applied research focus is building critical capacity in both the private and public sectors.

LL.M. Full-time +2 On-campus
1 year$6,504/yr
University of Kwazulu Natal3,8(153)
Durban, South Africa Top 7% in Worldwide

Maritime Law

The Unit of Maritime Law and Maritime Studies at the University of Kwazulu Natal  (UKZN) offers a unique and highly specialised Masters programme in Maritime Law.

LL.M. Full-time +2 On-campus
1 year$19,100/yr
University of Pretoria4,2(184)
Pretoria, South Africa Top 7% in Worldwide

Consumer Protection Law (Coursework)

Consumer Protection Law (Coursework) from University of Pretoria is increasingly becoming multifaceted and in certain areas more global.

LL.M. Full-time On-campus
1 year$3,966/yr
University of South Africa (UNISA)4,2(488)
Online Top 15% in Worldwide

International Economic Law

The master in International Economic Law at University of South Africa (UNISA)  provides comprehensive open distance learning in a socially responsible and distinctive manner that produces excellent scholarship and research, provides quality tuition and fosters active community engagement.

LL.M. Part-time Online
3 years$370/yr
University of Cape Town4,2(164)
Cape Town, South Africa Top 3% in Worldwide

Justice and Transformation

The interdisciplinary Justice and Transformation programme at the University of Cape Town is offered in collaboration with departments in the Humanities Faculty, the Law Faculty, the Centre for the Study of Violence and Reconciliation, the Institute for Justice and Reconciliation and the International Centre for Transitional Justice.

M.Phil. Full-time On-campus
2 years$8,913/yr
University of Johannesburg4,3(231)
Johannesburg, South Africa Top 6% in Worldwide

Criminal Law (Research)

The Department of Procedural Law from Faculty of Law at University of Johannesburg offers a LLM in Criminal Law (Research).

LL.M. Full-time +2 On-campus
$2,507/yr
University of Johannesburg4,3(231)
Johannesburg, South Africa Top 6% in Worldwide

Constitutional Law (Research)

The Department of Public Law from Faculty of Law at University of Johannesburg offers a LLM in Criminal Procedural Law (Research).

LL.M. Full-time +2 On-campus
$2,507/yr
University of Johannesburg4,3(231)
Johannesburg, South Africa Top 6% in Worldwide

Tax Law

The LLM in Tax Law from University of Johannesburg is a structured qualification intended to provide candidates with an in-depth understanding of the tax core as well as developing tax laws in South Africa and in the international community.

LL.M. Full-time +2 On-campus
2 years$3,045/yr

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