| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2025-02-01 | - |
| 2024-09-01 | - |
| 2025-01-01 | - |
Program Overview
The LLM Legal Ethics Online from The University of Law is a postgraduate degree designed for both law and non-law graduates. It equips students with advanced knowledge of legal ethics and prepares them for careers in policy, compliance, in-house legal roles, and regulation. The online format allows for flexibility and the course is taught by a combination of experienced practitioners and academics. Graduates have a high success rate in obtaining highly skilled employment.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The LLM Legal Ethics Online is a postgraduate degree offered by The University of Law, designed for both law and non-law graduates to enhance their academic legal knowledge. This internationally recognized Master's course equips students with the skills necessary to progress within the legal industry and opens up a range of career pathways, such as policy advisor, compliance manager, in-house legal roles, or in regulation.
Objectives:
Upon completion of the course, students will be able to:
- Demonstrate an in-depth knowledge of legal ethics law in practice.
- Analyze the regulation of the legal profession, including in-house lawyer ethics.
- Examine gender, race, and diversity within the profession in relation to legal professionalism and legal moralism.
Outline:
Course Structure:
- Terms 1 & 2 (full-time) or 1-4 (part-time):
- General Induction: Introduces the program.
- Key Principles of the English Legal System: A two-week compulsory induction for non-law students and those needing a refresher in the fundamentals of English and Welsh law.
- Compulsory Modules:
- Legal Ethics: Covers the core principles and concepts of legal ethics.
- Research Methods Training: Prepares students for their dissertation.
- Elective Modules (Choose three):
- Healthcare Regulation: Explores legal and ethical issues in healthcare.
- Medical Law and Ethics: Examines legal and ethical aspects of medical practice.
- Mental Health Law: Focuses on legal frameworks and ethical considerations in mental health.
- Other elective modules: Subject to availability.
- Term 3 (full-time) or 5 & 6 (part-time):
- Dissertation in Legal Ethics: Students conduct in-depth research and write a thesis on a specialized area of legal ethics.
Course Start Dates:
- September 2024: Full-time and part-time options available.
- February 2025: Full-time and part-time options available.
Assessment:
- Taught Modules: Assessed through a three-hour unseen written examination or a 4,500-word coursework assignment. All assessments are conducted online.
- Dissertation Module: Assessed by submission of a 15,000-word thesis.
Teaching:
- Faculty: Taught by a combination of former and current practitioners, as well as research and teaching academics who are focused on legal practice, not just theory.
- Teaching Approach: Predominantly learner-centered, using the Prepare, Engage, Consolidate approach for each taught module.
- Prepare: Students complete pre-workshop work, including guided independent research and reading.
- Engage: Interactive element, including face-to-face workshops, synchronous online workshops, or asynchronous online activities.
Careers:
- Potential Career Paths:
- Policy advisor
- Compliance manager
- In-house legal roles
- Regulation
- Employability Support:
- Career team provides support with job applications and work experience opportunities.
- Strategic partnerships with firms, regulators, and accreditation bodies inform program development.
Other:
- Flexibility: The online format allows students to study at their own pace and around other commitments, within given deadlines, and at their preferred time of day.
- Quality: The online course is not compromised on quality or demand compared to on-campus courses.
- Graduate Outcomes: 95% of postgraduate students in employment were in highly skilled employment 15 months after graduating (2020/21 Graduate Outcomes data).
The University of Law
Overview:
The University of Law is a specialist provider of legal education in the UK. It offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses, as well as professional legal training and apprenticeships. The university is known for its high-quality teaching, strong employability record, and commitment to student support.
Services Offered:
The University of Law offers a variety of services to its students, including:
Undergraduate and Postgraduate Courses:
A wide range of programs in law, business, criminology, policing, psychology, and computer science.SQE Courses:
Courses specifically designed for the Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE).Online Courses:
Flexible learning options for students who prefer to study remotely.Scholarships and Bursaries:
Financial assistance to help students fund their studies.Student Support:
A range of services to help students succeed academically and personally, including career guidance, disability support, and mental health services.Professional Legal Training:
Courses for aspiring lawyers, including the Bar Professional Training Course (BPTC) and the Legal Practice Course (LPC).Apprenticeships:
Work-based learning opportunities for students who want to gain practical experience while studying.Student Life and Campus Experience:
The University of Law has campuses in major cities across the UK, including Birmingham, Bristol, Leeds, London, Manchester, and Nottingham. Students can expect a vibrant and supportive campus environment with opportunities to engage in extracurricular activities, meet new people, and develop their skills.
Key Reasons to Study There:
High-Quality Teaching:
The university is ranked 10th in the UK for quality of teaching in the National Student Survey 2024.Strong Employability Record:
94% of postgraduates were in employment or further study 15 months after graduating (2021/22 Graduate Outcomes data).Higher than Average SQE Pass Rates:
78% of students passed the January 2024 SQE1 assessments first time, compared to the industry average first attempt pass rate of 59%.Experienced Lecturers:
Over 90% of lecturers are qualified lawyers and business professionals, bringing extensive practical experience to the classroom.Excellent Student Support:
The university provides a range of services to help students succeed, including career guidance, disability support, and mental health services.Academic Programs:
The University of Law offers a wide range of academic programs, including:
Undergraduate Courses:
LLB (Hons) Law, BSc (Hons) Business, BSc (Hons) Criminology, BSc (Hons) Policing, BSc (Hons) Psychology, and BSc (Hons) Computer Science.Postgraduate Courses:
LLM (Master of Laws), MBA (Master of Business Administration), MSc (Master of Science), and other postgraduate qualifications.Professional Legal Training:
BPTC, LPC, and other professional legal training courses.Other:
The University of Law has a strong alumni network, with over 100,000 graduates working in various legal and business sectors. The university also has a 5-star rating from QS World University Rankings, recognizing its excellence in teaching, employability, online learning, academic development, and inclusiveness.
Entry Requirements:
- Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), or equivalent including the following required course(s):
- English – any Grade 12 (C) or (U), or equivalent
- Mathematics – any Grade 11 (C), (U), or (M), or equivalent
- Biology – Grade 11 (C) or (U) or Grade 12 (U)
- Chemistry – Grade 11 (U) or Grade 12 (C) or (U)
Selection and Ranking:
- Applications are evaluated based on the published admission requirements.
- When the applicant provides proof of meeting the requirements, an offer of admission can be issued, provided space is available in the program.
- In the event the number of qualified applicants exceeds the available seats in the program, selection will be based on Ontario residency and the most senior level final grade available in required courses at the time of ranking.
