Hello guys!

I'm new here. I'm graduated from a reputable law faculty i turkey and already mastering there. As soon as I complete my master program I'll apply phd. Then, I'd like to freeze the phd program and go to abroad for LLM. Actually, I'm focusing on Great Britain, US and maybe Sweden a little.

This web site provides huge information,however I need the general requirements for LLM programs. For instance, I even don't know how the application process occur. Do they stipulate money for applying? Then applying to many universities is hard for a limited budget. Furthermore, what do they entail as a transcript? For example mine is about 2.30 / 4.0 Maybe this is a disadvantage for me but already mastering here and being admitted might be advantage.

Universities have different respective deadlines I think, so it would be harder to follow every school's deadline.

Anyway, what are your advices to me? Which universities would admit me in England? I consider to apply King's College, Queen mary, Exeter, Notthingham and University of Kent. Do I have any chances?

Thank you, I appreciate it.

Kind regards.

hi there!

As far as I understand you are a current master student in turkey and you would like to apply for an LLM abroad during your future Phd - even if it is unclear which kind of program you are looking at... However, in order to this, I'm going to answer your questions as clearly as possible keeping your attention on some law faculties in the UK.

First of all you should bear in mind that approximately every faculty has a point of power in terms of taught module options, teaching quality, interaction between student and professor and much more. For this reason the rankings producted by Uk's best-selling newspapers must be considered with caution.
All the faculties you have mentioned have a strong reputation in Uk, especially the first two (I don't know Exeter). As istance King's college has a strong reputation e.g. in Banking and Finance Law and Queen Mary in Commercial and Corporate Law, ADR, IP. So you have to make your choise after planning which type of LLM you are more interested in.

About the application process, it is easier to apply by the online procedure. I have never heard they require money to the applicants. so don't panic in order to this :)
The spring season is the deadline for applying in most Universities, so it is advisable for you to start now!

If your are worried about your final mark (2.30 / 4.0) I suggest you to make as much applications as you can However If you don't meet their minimum academic requirements, other your relevant qualifications and relevant work experience would be considered - in this case I agree with you, a master in your country would be an advantage. Email to LLM programme coordinator to obtain more information.

To sum up, if you are planning to attend an LLM in the UK or in the US of course you will be required to produce evidence of your proficiency in English language. Find out from your university department what English scores they require. This varies not only from institution to institution, but according to subject and course. Also find out which English tests are acceptable not all of them are. (Nevertheless if your overall score is slightly below their English requirements you might be admitted onto a pre-sessional English course usually held during summer season)

Best of luck!

hi there!

As far as I understand you are a current master student in turkey and you would like to apply for an LLM abroad during your future Phd - even if it is unclear which kind of program you are looking at... However, in order to this, I'm going to answer your questions as clearly as possible keeping your attention on UK law faculties.

First of all you should bear in mind that approximately every faculty has a point of power in terms of taught module options, teaching quality, interaction between student and professor and much more. For this reason the rankings producted by Uk's best-selling newspapers must be considered with caution.
All the faculties you have mentioned have a strong reputation in Uk, especially the first two (I don't know Exeter). As istance King's college has a strong reputation e.g. in Banking and Finance Law and Queen Mary in Commercial and Corporate Law, ADR, IP. So you have to make your choise after planning in which type of LLM are you more interested in.

About the application process, it is easier to apply by the online procedure. I have never heard they require money to the applicants. so don't panic in order to this :)
Spring season is the deadline for applying in most Universities, so it is advisable for you to start now!

If your are worried about your final mark (2.30 / 4.0) I suggest you to make as much applications as you can However If you don't meet their minimum academic requirements, other your relevant qualifications and relevant work experience would be considered - in this case I agree with you, a master in your country would be an advantage. Email to LLM programme coordinator to obtain more information.

To sum up, if you are planning to attend an LLM in UK or US of course you will be required to produce evidence of your proficiency in English language. Find out from your university department what English scores they require. This varies not only from institution to institution, but according to subject and course. Also find out which English tests are acceptable not all of them are. (Nevertheless if your overall score is slightly below their English requirements you might be admitted onto a pre-sessional English course usually held during summer season)

Best of luck!

In my opinion you don't have to be too worried about your final mark achieved at University undergraduate level as you are attending a master at academic level even if in your country. In fact you are improving your legal knowledge and building your professional profile up. So any University should consider it.

Moreover - as you said - you scored very well in the TOEFL test. So if you are going to retake the test don't hesitate to submit your last scores as well - it could play an important role in making the admission offices convinced about your strong academic capabilities.

As I said before, all of those Universities mentioned by you are very well recognized in England and some of them have a strong worlwide reputation too - such as Manchester, King's College and Queen Mary which is becoming even more renowned in fields like ADR, commercial law and IP.

Hope being helpfull ! :-)

Yes, that was really helpful! Thank you!