Overview

As part of this Advanced Legal Practice programme at University of Sunderland you’ll build valuable transferable skills by studying key areas of law, advising real clients in the Student Law Clinic, and practising your skills in our mock courtroom.

Key facts

At every stage of your degree, you can take part in a wide range of extracurricular activities. These will support your learning and give you a clear sense of what your future career might look like.You can join national and international field trips and enter high-profile competitions, such as client interviewing and mooting at the Supreme Court. These experiences will help you build practical skills that employers value.Guest speakers allow you to listen to people who are already progressing in their legal careers. Examples of past speakers include graduates who are undertaking the Legal Practice course or the Bar Course, and those who have progressed to training contracts.You'll also have the opportunity to join the Student Law Society, a vibrant, student-led group that runs social events, hosts guest speakers, and organises networking opportunities throughout the year. It’s a great way to meet other students and network with legal professionals.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Advanced Skills in Client Interviewing

Advanced Skills in Property Law and Practice

Advanced Skills in Wills and Administration of Estates

Advanced Skills in Dispute Resolution in Contract and Tort

Advanced Skills in Criminal Litigation

Advanced Skills in Business Law and Practice

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-22 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.

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We recommend applying for a master's degree at least six months before your start date.

Language

English

PTE Academic

59

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IELTS

6

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Sunderland, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Business Law Master of Laws (LLM) View 298 other Masters in Master of Laws (LLM) in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

PTE Academic

59

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IELTS

6

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Other requirements

General requirements

Applicants will typically hold a UK Bachelor of Laws (LLB) or
a Graduate Diploma in Law (GDL) and will have achieved a First or Upper Second (2:1) classification.

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Tuition Fees

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18000 GBP / year

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9000 GBP / year

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Living costs

Sunderland

United Kingdom

758 - 1438 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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