Swansea University - Hillary Rodham Clinton School of Law
Singleton Park
SA2 8PP
Swansea
United Kingdom
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The Program
A Range of Specialist LLMs
Our LLM Programmes
Human Rights
Our human rights programme focuses on contemporary global human rights challenges and how best to respond to them though law, policy and practice.
Shipping and Trade Law
LLM in Intellectual Property & Innovation
This programme explores intangible or ‘hidden’ assets and how companies can manage them in an effective commercial manner.
LLM in International Commercial Law
Focusing on the legal and practical challenges of diverse international commercial transactions, this course develops an in-depth and specialist knowledge of International Commercial Law.
LLM in International Commercial and Maritime Law
This LLM provides opportunities for students to develop and demonstrate knowledge and understanding, qualities, skills and other attributes in both Commercial and Maritime Law.
LLM in International Maritime Law
The course focuses on various aspects of maritime law, from the different contracts for the carriage of goods to marine insurance, international trade and law of the sea.
LLM in International Trade Law
This exciting LLM programme focuses on specific international trade issues, with emphasis on the legal and commercial issues associated with international sale contracts.
LLM in LegalTech and Commercial Law
The LLM in LegalTech puts you at the forefront of a fast-growing field, opening up exciting career opportunities to harness the power of technology in the legal profession.
LLM in Oil, Gas and Renewable Energy Law
This LLM offers an impressive and diverse choice of subjects relevant to the growing area of oil and gas law, including the complex legal features of the petroleum industry.
Professional Courses
The LLM Law & Legal Practice is a conversion course designed for non-law graduates looking to prepare for the Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE1).
LLM in Legal Practice and Advanced Drafting
Combine the Legal Practice Course (LPC) with an independent drafting project to further your legal skills and enhance your career prospects.
LLM in Professional Legal Practice
The LLM Professional Legal Practice is a course for law graduates and those who hold a Graduate Diploma in Law. It is designed for those looking to prepare for the Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE1&2).
Employability
Our LLM programmes attract students from all over the world. Teaching methods are geared towards our students' needs, conducted mainly through seminars and tutorials in small classes.
We arrange guest lectures and visits, to enhance your practical and professional experience. We have a dedicated Employability and Placements Team, to introduce our students to a range of high-quality employers. Swansea graduates are in demand with local, national, and international employers.
Members of the LLM team are active in research and are at the cutting edge of their discipline, publishing books and articles at the highest level. In the Research Excellence Framework (REF 2021), 83.3% of our Research was Rated as Producing Considerable Impact in Terms of its Reach and Significance.
The University
Singleton Park Campus
Swansea University was founded in 1920 and celebrated its centenary in 2020. It is ranked in the Top 25 Universities in the UK (Guardian University Guide 2024)
The School of Law also enjoys a strong reputation; our LLMs are ranked in the UK Top 10 for Admiralty/Maritime Law (LLM Guide 2024), and 83.3% of our Research is Rated as Producing Considerable Impact in Terms of its Reach and Significance (REF 2021). Swansea is also ranked in the Top 150 in the World for Law (QS Rankings by Subject 2024).
The Law School
The Hillary Rodham Clinton School of Law
The School of Law is located on the coastal Singleton Park Campus, set in beautiful parkland, and within easy reach of the city centre. The School offers cutting-edge legal education, and holds several specialist research centres, including the:
- Cyber Threats Research Centre
- Centre for Governance and Human Rights
- Institute of International Shipping and Trade Law
- Observatory on Human Rights and Social Justice
Postgraduate Teaching
Our LLMs are taught in small groups by academics with extensive experience. We have a range of specialist programmes, covering the following areas:
- Human Rights
- Professional Legal Practice
- LegalTech, Shipping, Trade, Commercial, Intellectual Property and Energy Law
Sector-leading Facilities
The School of Law at Swansea is home to sector-leading facilities. Our focus is set firmly on the provision of research-led and skills-orientated education, which is enhanced by our facilities.
Our two buildings house our professional Law Clinic space, authentic courtrooms, and vibrant teaching, study and social spaces. Our Law Clinic brings members of the legal profession into the school, to supervise our students advising real-life clients, giving invaluable first-hand experience.
Alumni
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Swansea Alumni
Meet our LLM Graduates
Rui, LLM International Maritime Law
"The opportunities provided to network with industry professionals were very helpful. Through these opportunities, I was able to gain insights into the workings of the marine insurance industry, and I made connections that have supported me in my professional journey.
But to me Swansea was more than an academic institution. The campus was a welcoming community where I made friends from diverse backgrounds. The university provided opportunities for me to participate in a range of activities that exposed me to new cultures
and experiences, broadening my perspectives and shaping my personal growth."
Rebecca, LLM Human Rights
"The LLM in Human Rights is a very interesting and challenging course that explores different areas of human rights whilst being able to focus on your own specific area of interest to prepare you for future careers.
In the second semester I enjoyed specialising in children’s human rights. Although I hadn’t previously studied law before, I found that the skills I learned are transferable, such as writing a dissertation. Simon is a great lecturer and is great at explaining everything!"
Danielle, LLM Legal Practice and Advanced Drafting
From day one, my lecturers were passionate, encouraging, and enthusiastic and I enjoyed every second of it.
I can honestly say that I wouldn’t be where I am today without the support I received at Swansea. I was given some amazing opportunities, lots of which I still speak about in job interviews today (doing work experience in Botswana will always be a highlight). My lecturers believed in me and gave me the push I needed to start my career and I will always be grateful for that.
Location
The School of Law is located on the coastal Singleton Park Campus, set in beautiful parkland, and within easy reach of the stunning Gower Peninsula; the UK's first recognised Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB). It is also a short distance away from the vibrant city centre, with its shopping centre, bars, restaurants, and relaxing sea front.
We have a range of sports facilities available to our students, with a sports village, gym, track and pool within a stone’s throw of our Singleton Park Campus. The city is also a hive of sporting activity, with the Swansea City FC and Ospreys stadium just up the road. There are also a host of beaches within easy reach to perfect your surfing, swimming or kayaking skills, or to enjoy a walk or simply spending time in pleasant surroundings.
Accommodation
From halls of residence to shared houses, our accommodation pages have all the advice you need for living in Swansea; take a tour of our accommodation options, apply online or find out how to prepare for your arrival.
Student Life
Whether you’re a sports fanatic, looking for culture or an outdoor adventurer, you’ll find plenty to keep you busy between lectures. We have over 125 societies and 50 sports clubs. Whether you want to meet friends, pick up a new hobby or meet like-minded students from the School of Law, there’s a way for everyone to join in - find out more with our student life pages.
Programs at Swansea Law School
Full-Time
- The tuition rate listed refers to the cost of international students. The rate for UK students is 9,250 GBP.
- The tuition rate listed refers to the cost of international students. The rate for UK students is 9,250 GBP.
- The tuition rate listed refers to the cost of international students. The rate for UK students is 9,250 GBP.
- The tuition rate listed refers to the cost of international students. The rate for UK students is 9,250 GBP.
- The tuition rate listed refers to the cost of international students. The rate for UK students is 9,250 GBP.
Part-Time
- The tuition rate listed refers to the cost of international students. The rate for UK students is 9,250 GBP.
- The tuition rate listed refers to the cost of international students. The rate for UK students is 9,250 GBP.
- The tuition rate listed refers to the cost of international students. The rate for UK students is 9,250 GBP.
- The tuition rate listed refers to the cost of international students. The rate for UK students is 9,250 GBP.
- The tuition rate listed refers to the cost of international students. The rate for UK students is 9,250 GBP.
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Swansea University - Hillary Rodham Clinton School of Law
Singleton Park
SA2 8PP
Swansea
United Kingdom
