Programme description
What you can expect to study
- Understand core legal concepts and institutions.
- Develop case analysis, research and persuasive writing.
- Apply legal reasoning to complex practical scenarios.
SOAS University of London · London
LLM (Master of Laws)
A flexible master's in law where students choose modules from SOAS's law offering, including international and comparative law. Starts in January or September. The programme develops legal principles, case analysis, research, argument and the social context of law. At postgraduate level, the emphasis is on advanced knowledge, critical evaluation and independent professional or research work.
Career direction
Where it may lead
Possible career directions include:
- Legal professional after required training
- Compliance officer
- Policy adviser
- Contracts or governance specialist
Career outcomes depend on experience, professional registration where applicable and the modules completed. We can help you compare the exact curriculum before you apply.
Entry requirements
Can I apply?
- Academic
- 2:1 in a relevant undergraduate degree; lower classifications may be considered
- Sri Lankan qualifications
- Equivalent of UK 2:2 considered; Sri Lankan 4-year Bachelor Special or Professional degree with 55% or GPA 3.0/4.0 counts as 2:2
- English (IELTS)
- 6.0 overall, 6.0 in writing, 5.5 in other subscores
- English alternatives
- Applicants whose first language is not English normally need evidence of English proficiency; pre-sessional English courses are offered
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How we help
Your application, handled.
- We check your eligibility and documents.
- We prepare and submit your application to SOAS University of London.
- We help you meet any offer conditions and get your CAS.
- We guide your Student visa application.
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Course information checked October 2026 from the official course page on soas.ac.uk. The expanded description is a concise GEC summary based on the course record and subject area; module choices, professional recognition, fees, entry requirements and intakes can change. We confirm the latest details with SOAS University of London before you apply. Global Educational Consultants is an independent consultancy.