LLM (General) LLM

Our LLM (General) provides a comprehensive and practice-oriented understanding of the legal frameworks, preparing you for a wide range of global challenges. <br/><br/>You will gain in-depth knowledge across key areas, including international law, human rights, commercial law, and international business, exploring how legal principles operate within varied cultural, political, and economic contexts. Alongside this, you will develop advanced analytical, research, and problem-solving skills. <br/><br/>Led by experienced academics and practitioners, the programme equips you with the critical thinking and communication abilities essential for tackling complex legal issues. Whether your goal is legal practice, policy-making, business, or academia, this LLM will provide the intellectual and professional foundation to excel in a rapidly evolving global legal landscape. <br/><br/><strong>Why study LLM (General) at Middlesex?</strong><br/>• Internships and volunteering opportunities - Apply for our exclusive internship programme and work at prestigious law firms, local authorities, government and legal departments and develop practical skills to boost your career <br/><br/><br/><br/>• Take inspiring industry trips - Join visits to prestigious law firms, Inns of Court, attend the UK Association for European Law’s annual EU law lecture and visit the European Court of Human Rights in Strasbourg <br/><br/><br/><br/>• Learn from experts - Study under renowned academics who are engaged with international legal organisations and judicial bodies, including the International Court of Justice <br/><br/><br/><br/>• Access global opportunities – Explore international law with study opportunities on our campuses in Mauritius and Dubai, and collaborate on international human rights litigation with the European Human Rights Advocacy Centre <br/><br/><br/><br/>• Highly ranked – We are ranked 3rd in London for student satisfaction (The Complete University Guide 2026) <br/><br/><br/><br/><strong>What will you learn?</strong> <br/>Our LLM General programme offers a comprehensive and flexible approach to mastering the legal frameworks that shape global commerce, international law, and human rights. <br/><br/>You will develop advanced legal research skills through the core module Legal Research Skills alongside a diverse selection of optional modules that allow you to tailor your studies to your interests. These options cover essential areas such as the Law of the International Sale of Goods, English Commercial Law, International Commercial Litigation and Arbitration, International Human Rights Law, Business and Human Rights, Comparative Corporate Governance, World Trade Organisation Law and Policy, and Technology and the Law. <br/><br/>You’ll also have the opportunity to undertake a year-long legal work placement, gaining valuable hands-on experience in a professional setting. This combination of academic depth and hands-on experience gives you the confidence, skills and professional insight needed to progress in today’s competitive legal sector.<br/><br/><strong>Modules</strong><br/>For more details about this programme, please visit the course page: https://www.mdx.ac.uk/courses/postgraduate/llm-general/