Overview

International Economic Law, Justice and Development (January start) from Birkbeck, University of London allows you to focus on understanding the mutual relationship between the global distribution of economic power and the legal framework of international economic law, and the legal, political and social consequences of this relationship. In analysing the major international economic institutions, you will critically consider key issues around national sovereignty, the protection of human rights and the advancement of the international development project. 

Careers

Graduates can pursue career paths in the charity sector, focusing on international development, and in local and national government and law. Possible professions include:

barrister

solicitor

Civil Service administrator

private company adviser.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Environmental Law and Justice

Environmental Problems and the Law

Equality and the Law

Futures: The Globalization of Human Rights

Healthcare and Human Rights

International Business and the Environment

International Rights of Minorities

International Trade Law

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Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-10-05 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-14 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-10 00:00:00 , International

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The university recommends that applicants apply as early as possible and at least six weeks before the start of term.

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

79

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PTE Academic

62

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

London, United Kingdom

Disciplines

International Law Business Law Master of Laws (LLM) View 367 other Masters in International Law in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

English requirements

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79

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62

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6.5

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General requirements

A second-class honours degree (2:2) or above in law or a related discipline. We welcome other relevant qualifications and appropriate professional training and experience.

If you have a first degree in a subject other than law, or if you want to refresh pre-existing legal knowledge and skills, you might consider completing a pre-sessional course in law and legal method, such as the one offered by SOAS. This intensive two-week course runs during the daytime in September. It is designed primarily for those who do not already possess a law degree and provides an introduction to law, legal method and associated skills and techniques.

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Tuition Fees

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22410 GBP / year

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Citizens or residents

12840 GBP / year

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Additional Details

Part-time home students: £7,080 per year
Part-time international students: £10,935 per year

Living costs

London

United Kingdom

1137 - 2157 GBP / month

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