Overview
Key Features
Singapore, one of the world’s most cosmopolitan cities, has emerged as Asia’s legal and financial hub. As an integral part of the central business district where leading law firms and banks are located, Singapore Management University (SMU) is at the forefront of legal education.
Our professors, who have gained insight from diverse work experience, will engage you with their interdisciplinary knowledge. Small class sizes allow for highly interactive seminars that also provide a challenging yet collegial learning environment. The School of Law’s active engagement with the legal community, as well as our strong alumni network and the Career Services team, immensely benefits students’ future careers.
The Laws programme from Singapore Management University will offer you an unparalleled opportunity for advanced legal education in Singapore and Asia.
Why pursue the LLM?
- Advanced Law Degree: 1-year full-time or 2-year part-time postgraduate programme
- Non-Law Professionals Welcome: The programme is designed for cross-disciplinary specialisation, with about 20% of each cohort hailing from a wide range of non-legal fields.
- Interactive Pedagogy: Seminar-style learning facilitates stimulating, multi-disciplinary exploration and hones analytical, collaborative and communication skills.
- Cutting-Edge Curriculum: Incorporating the latest research and best business practices, the curriculum includes study tours to leading companies, organisations, and law firms.
- Networking Opportunities: Connect with legal, business, and banking practitioners to gain insights into possible career pathways.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Asian And Global Trends In Information Technology Law
- Advanced Law of Obligations
- Law of Real Estate Securitisation
- Mediation
- Financial Regulation in Asia
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
- Part-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
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Delivered
Campus Location
- Singapore, Singapore
Disciplines
Civil & Private Law Master of Laws (LLM) View 8 other Masters in Master of Laws (LLM) in SingaporeWhat students do after studying
Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
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Other requirements
General requirements
- Good first degree in Law (LL.B. or J.D. or their equivalent).
- Significant relevant experience in legal or judicial positions is required.
- Non-law graduates may be considered on the basis of substantial relevant professional experience in law-related positions.
- Proof of English language proficiency is required for all international applicants except those from English-medium institutions in Australia, Canada, Hong Kong, Ireland, New Zealand, Philippines, United Kingdom and the United States.
- The minimum English proficiency test requirement is as follows:
- IELTS: 6.5
- TOEFL: 90
- UKVI: 4
- Test scores are valid for two (2) years from the test date and applicants should ensure their scores remain valid at the beginning of the application period of for the LL.M. track applied for.
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Tuition Fees
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Applies to youNon-residents38150 SGD / year≈ 38150 SGD / year -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents38150 SGD / year≈ 38150 SGD / year
Additional Details
- Inclusive of GST
Living costs
Singapore
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Funding
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