Birmingham City University (BCU) School of Law
The Curzon Building
4 Cardigan Street
Birmingham, B4 7BD
United Kingdom
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The Program

Whether you've taken your first steps in a law career, or have a good degree but want to focus your knowledge in a specific field, Birmingham City School of Law offers a wide range of flexible full-time and part-time postgraduate law degrees.
In particular, our LLM programmes (LLM International Business Law, LLM International Human Rights, LLM International Law, LLM Islamic Business Law) meet current demands for specialist knowledge and skills in rapidly expanding fields.
We provide you with the opportunity to critically examine different systems of law at a higher level. Key areas covered on our LLM modules include insolvency law, international commercial law, property law, environmental law, Islamic law, employment law and corporate crime.
All of our modules are taught by an outstanding team of professional, research-active staff who have extensive experience of practice.
The Law School

Birmingham City School of Law is committed to making better legal professionals through its impressive, internationally orientated selection of LLM degrees. We have been at the forefront of innovative law teaching for more than 40 years, specialising in social justice and access to justice, with leading academics who are experts in human rights and the death penalty, as well as civil and social issues.
Proudly located in the heart of the exciting and diverse city of Birmingham, we have a truly global presence – one that embraces individuality, ambition and success.
Our staff
We remain at the cutting-edge of new ideas by challenging both staff and students to excel in research and studies. Our academics have a strong record of making an impact with their research, with staff supporting national and international media with their coverage of important contemporary issues, as well as advising prestigious organisations, ranging from the UK Government to the United Nations.
Entry Requirements
For entry on to our LLM programmes: Students will require a minimum 2:2 class UK degree or international equivalent in any subject area
For entry onto our LLM Legal Practice: Students will require either a Qualifying Law Degree (e.g. an LLB from a University in England or Wales) or a Graduate Diploma in Law/Common Professional Examination.
For entry onto our Legal Practice Course: Students will require either a Qualifying Law Degree (e.g. an LLB from a University in England or Wales) or a Graduate Diploma in Law/Common Professional Examination.
Tuition and Fees
We can help you find information about scholarships, loans and other funding options open to you. When it comes to funding, it’s important to start early. Once you’ve found a place on a course, visit our website to find out the funding options open to you.
Programs at Birmingham City (BCU)
Full-Time
- Tuition based at non-EU student rate.
- Tuition based at non-EU student rate.
- Tuition based at non-EU student rate.
- 18-month program which includes a professional placement, also available.
- Tuition based at non-EU student rate.
- The Legal Practice Course (LPC) is the final academic stage of qualification before becoming a solicitor.
Part-Time
- Tuition based at EU student rate.
- Tuition based at EU student rate.
- Tuition based at EU student rate.
- Tuition based at EU student rate.
- The Legal Practice Course (LPC) is the final academic stage of qualification before becoming a solicitor.
- Tuition based at EU student rate.
- Applicants are not required to have a degree in law.
By Research
- Tuition based on 4 years of full-time study at EU / UK student rate.
- Program may be also completed part-time or via distance learning.
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The Application Tracker tool lets you track and display the status of your LLM applications online, and helps you connect with others interested in the same programs. Add a program to your personal Application Tracker watch list by clicking on the "Follow" button displayed on every law school listing. See the activities of all the schools you have followed by going to Application Tracker. You can view and edit your Application Tracker status anytime in your account. The Application Tracker tool lets you track and display the status of your LLM applications online.
Programs at Birmingham City (BCU)
Full-Time
- Tuition based at non-EU student rate.
- Tuition based at non-EU student rate.
- Tuition based at non-EU student rate.
- 18-month program which includes a professional placement, also available.
- Tuition based at non-EU student rate.
- The Legal Practice Course (LPC) is the final academic stage of qualification before becoming a solicitor.
- Tuition based at non-EU student rate.
- Applicants are not required to have a degree in law.
Part-Time
- Tuition based at EU student rate.
- Tuition based at EU student rate.
- Tuition based at EU student rate.
- Tuition based at EU student rate.
- The Legal Practice Course (LPC) is the final academic stage of qualification before becoming a solicitor.
- Tuition based at EU student rate.
- Applicants are not required to have a degree in law.
By Research
- Tuition based on 4 years of full-time study at EU / UK student rate.
- Program may be also completed part-time or via distance learning.
Discussions About
Birmingham City (BCU) (6)
New Post
New Post
Thread | Views | Replies | Author | Last Post |
---|---|---|---|---|
LLM bioethics LLM bioethics | 377 | 3 | bio |
Oct 31, 2015
userusa |
LLM OR MA? LLM OR MA? | 24,748 | 9 | SHAZ |
Aug 04, 2015
gugu |
LLM from lower tier school LLM from lower tier school | 570 | 1 | joffrey j |
Aug 02, 2015
Wheretogo_ |
LLM Human rights BIRMINGHAM - any idea? LLM Human rights BIRMINGHAM - any idea? | 346 | 2 | pogomail |
May 02, 2008
york |
tell me please tell me please | 325 | 0 | sanamalik |
Jun 12, 2006
sanamalik |
look at this look at this | 181 | 0 | shahzadish... |
Jun 12, 2006
shahzadish... |
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The key asset that digital lawyers possess is not technology, but their mindset
Tax Law LL.M.s get ready for Digitization
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Post-LL.M. Careers: Restructuring, Employment law, Distressed M&A and Other Bright Spots on the Legal Job Market
Yes, legal services have suffered – but it’s not all doom and gloom. Several recession-proof sectors are seeing a spike in demand
Application Tracker - Birmingham City (BCU)
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ashant | following | --- | --- | Not in top half | following | --- | --- | --- |
erolgoeren | following | --- | --- | --- | following | --- | --- | --- |
gheny | following | --- | 3 years | Top 30% | following | --- | --- | --- |
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Chiara_ | following | International Human Rights LL.M. | --- | Top 30% | following | --- | --- | --- |
anshuman13... | following | International Human Rights LL.M. | --- | Top 30% | following | --- | --- | --- |
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tristalynn | following | International Human Rights LL.M. | 1 year | --- | following | --- | --- | --- |
Trista83 | following | International Human Rights LL.M. | 3 years | Top 50% | following | --- | --- | --- |
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neslihan | following | --- | 5 years | Not in top half | following | --- | --- | --- |
hilda31 | following | --- | --- | --- | following | --- | --- | --- |
k_rautalah... | following | --- | --- | --- | following | --- | --- | --- |
Kaleemulla... | following | --- | --- | --- | following | --- | --- | --- |
The Application Tracker tool lets you track and display the status of your LLM applications online, and helps you connect with others interested in the same programs. Add a program to your personal Application Tracker watch list by clicking on the "Follow" button displayed on every law school listing. See the activities of all the schools you have followed by going to Application Tracker. You can view and edit your Application Tracker status anytime in your account. The Application Tracker tool lets you track and display the status of your LLM applications online.
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