Unfortunately, I think the likelihood is zero.
American LLM programs such as the ones you mention are usually strict in requiring an LLB or JD (or equivalent). A 2:1 in Politics from Cambridge is impressive, but likely won’t qualify.
You might consider MA/MLS programs that are open to non-law grads. Penn, for example, has a Master in Law (ML) program that might suit.
Ah, forgot to mention one very important thing. I'll be starting my Postgraduate Diploma in Law this September and it is deemed as a qualifying law degree for the purposes of LLM at the aforementioned unis.
Ah, okay then. The degree from Cantab will obviously be looked upon favourably. I’d say (based on nothing other than a gut feeling) your chances at Yale are not good <10%, slightly better at Chicago maybe <25%, and pretty decent at Berkeley maybe >=50%.
Your somewhat unusual background makes it harder to predict, as you seem to know. The non law degree is a bit of a negative honestly, even with the qualifying nature of the PGDip, as well as the lack of a first (albeit a high 2:1), but — Cambridge is Cambridge, and particularly if you have solid relevant experience, LORs (ideally from Law faculty), and a good application, you might still do well.
I’d probably apply to all three and to any others that appeal, and see what happens.
[quote][quote]Unfortunately, I think the likelihood is zero.
American LLM programs such as the ones you mention are usually strict in requiring an LLB or JD (or equivalent). A 2:1 in Politics from Cambridge is impressive, but likely won’t qualify.
You might consider MA/MLS programs that are open to non-law grads. Penn, for example, has a Master in Law (ML) program that might suit.
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Ah, forgot to mention one very important thing. I'll be starting my Postgraduate Diploma in Law this September and it is deemed as a qualifying law degree for the purposes of LLM at the aforementioned unis. [/quote]
Ah, okay then. The degree from Cantab will obviously be looked upon favourably. I’d say (based on nothing other than a gut feeling) your chances at Yale are not good <10%, slightly better at Chicago maybe <25%, and pretty decent at Berkeley maybe >=50%.
Your somewhat unusual background makes it harder to predict, as you seem to know. The non law degree is a bit of a negative honestly, even with the qualifying nature of the PGDip, as well as the lack of a first (albeit a high 2:1), but — Cambridge is Cambridge, and particularly if you have solid relevant experience, LORs (ideally from Law faculty), and a good application, you might still do well.
I’d probably apply to all three and to any others that appeal, and see what happens.
