LL.M. in Legal Theory / Legal Philosophy
All LL.M. Programs in Legal Theory / Legal Philosophy
Columbia Law School offers the J.D., the LL.M., the Executive LL.M. in Global Business Law and the J.S.D. In addition to the LL.M. program, Columbia Law School also offers the Executive LL.M. in Global Business Law. This accelerated hybrid learning program is designed for high-achieving, experienced lawyers ready to advance their careers, build a global network, and take the lead in complex cross-border transactions.
Full-Time: Master of Laws (LL.M.), Executive Master of Laws (LL.M.) in Global Business Law more…
Part-Time: Executive Master of Laws (LL.M.) in Global Business Law more…
By Research: J.S.D. more…
Dual Degree: JD / LL.M. (Frankfurt), JD / LL.M. (London), JD / Master in French Law, JD / Master in Economic Law or LL.M. in Transnational Arbitration an... more…
Oxford has the largest law faculty in the United Kingdom and is a leading centre for research. It also offers a range of Postgraduate courses covering all aspects of the law and legal scholarship: our oldest programme, the Bachelor of Civil Law; the Magister Juris, a companion programme to the BCL for those from a civil law background; and three more specialist programmes, the MSc in Law and Finance, the MSc in Criminology, and the MSc in Taxation (the latter a part-time programme).
Full-Time: Magister Juris (MJur), MSc in Law and Finance, MSc in Criminology and Criminal Justice, Bachelor of Civil Law (BCL) more…
Part-Time: MSc in Intellectual Property, MSc in Taxation, MSc in International Human Rights Law more…
By Research: MPhil in Law, DPhil in Law, MPhil in Criminology, MPhil in Socio-Legal Research more…
UCLA School of Law has a reputation for excellence throughout the world. With diverse academic programs, a world-renowned faculty, and an innovative approach, UCLA Law is acclaimed as one of the nation's finest institutions. The law school takes an interdisciplinary approach to legal studies, with a dynamic, flexible curriculum that appeals to a wide range of interests. UCLA law students are among the best and brightest in the world, and together they make up a diverse, close-knit community.
Full-Time: General LL.M., Doctor of Juridical Science (S.J.D.), Master of Legal Studies (M.L.S.) more…
Queen Mary University of London’s School of Law, internationally renowned by academics and practitioners as offering a first class LLM Programme with 20+ different specialisms. Staff have substantial practical legal work and world leading research experience. Along with the expertise of high profile Judges, practitioners, Business Leaders and distinguished Visiting Academic Fellows, Queen Mary can offer you an academically challenging and relevant LLM in a friendly and supportive environment.
Full-Time: LL.M. (Master of Laws), LL.M. in Art, Business and Law, LL.M. in Banking and Finance Law, LL.M. in Commercial and Corporate Law, LL.M. in Co... more…
Part-Time: Postgraduate Diploma in Law more…
Distance Learning: Postgraduate Diploma in Technology, Media and Telecommunications Law more…
Dual Degree: Sorbonne Law School - Queen Mary University of London Double LL.M., Dual LL.M. in Commercial Law (London & Singapore), Double Master's Progr... more…
The Utrecht University School of Law offers eight English-language Master's programmes and contributes to the Transnational Law Programme. The LLM programmes have an outstanding reputation; will provide you access to international corporations and law firms, the International Court of Justice, the International Criminal Court and many other international judicial organisations and allow you the flexibility to compose your own curriculum according to your interests and talents.
Our world-class, flexible Postgraduate Laws programmes are designed for UK and international students, of diverse backgrounds and educational levels, with enthusiasm to learn and achieve a postgraduate law qualification. You can study flexibly at your own pace, over 1-5 years.
You can achieve your LLM without a prior degree, through a Postgraduate Certificate, Postgraduate Diploma, or LLM. Wherever you start, you can pick up three specialist awards with or without specialisation.
We are a top 10 UK Law School* in a world leading University**. Our rich portfolio of postgraduate degrees is shaped and delivered by globally renowned academics who combine teaching and research excellence so you graduate with the skills and knowledge needed to pursue top-flight careers within law and beyond. (*Complete University Guide 2025 / ** Top 60 QS World University Rankings 2025)
The School of Law, TCD is Ireland’s oldest and most internationally renowned Law School. Our expert professors attract students of the highest calibre globally. We offer an enormous range of modules in our four specialised LL.M. degrees and our MSc Law and Finance, ensuring all student interests are catered. Our European and International focus provides graduates with a competitive edge globally. Our aim is to have a cohort of students that is academically excellent, dynamic and diverse.
The European Academy of Legal Theory offers a one-year advanced Master's Course in Legal Theory in English. Participants will study at one or more partner universities. The Academy's LLM-Programme in Legal Theory is hosted at Goethe-University Frankfurt am Main. It starts every year in October and welcomes applicants from all over the world holding a basic law degree or a basic degree in a subject related to legal theory and having completed one year of professional and/or research experience.
Full-Time: LL.M. in Finance, LL.M. International Finance (for Asian Graduates), LL.M. in Legal Theory, LL.M. for Foreign Law Graduates, LL.M. in Europe... more…
GW Law is a premier center of legal scholarship, producing leaders in government, business, judicial, and private legal spheres. Our faculty has extensive real-world experience, and our staff is dedicated to serving the needs of all our students. GW Law is located across the street from the World Bank and the International Monetary Fund. Our LLM students profit from unparalleled externship opportunities and the most robust professional development series offered in the US.
At Essex we specialise in Business law and Human rights law. We’re proud to have provided excellence in research and education for over 50 years, we're 3rd in the UK for research power in law (THE research power measure, REF2021) and 9th for Law in the UK (THE World University Rankings by subject 2023). You'll be taught by academics who are policy advisors for the UN, the UK government and foreign governments. If you’re curious for answers and want to make a real difference, Essex is for you.
Full-Time: Traditional LL.M., LL.M. Competition, Innovation and Information Law, LL.M. Corporation Law, LL.M. Environmental and Energy Law, LL.M. Inter... more…
Distance Learning: Executive LL.M. in Tax more…
By Research: LL.M. Legal Theory more…
Dual Degree: J.D. / LL.M. in Taxation, J.D. / LL.M. in International Law, LLB / LL.M. Program with National University Singapore (NUS), J.D. / LL.M. Prog... more…
Full-Time: Master of Laws (LL.M.), LL.M. Competition Law, LL.M. Corporate Law, LL.M. Environmental Law and Policy, LL.M. Human Rights Law more…
Full-Time: LL.M. in Business Law, LL.M. in Criminal Law, LL.M. in Legal Theory, LL.M. in Health Law, Ethics and Policy, Global Professional LL.M. in Bu... more…
Full-Time: Master of Laws (LL.M.) in Banking Law, Master of Laws (LL.M.) in Corporate Law, Master of Laws (LL.M.) in Criminal Law and Criminal Procedur... more…
By Research: Master of Laws (Full Dissertation) Constitutional and International Law, Master of Laws (Full Dissertation) Jurisprudence, Master of Laws (F... more…
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