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    International Law and Governance LLM

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    Durham City, GBLLMIn-person1 year
    £30,500.00
    Tuition
    over 12mo
    180
    Credits
    £60.00
    App fee

    International Law and Governance LLM at Durham University is a 180-credit, 1-year, in-person LLM program based in Durham City, GB. Tuition is £30,500.

    About the program

    The program covers fundamentals of international law and governance through compulsory modules, optional modules on topics like international investment law, global environmental law, and counter-terrorism, and a major dissertation based on independent research.

    Focus: both
    QS 49th | Complete University Guide (Law): 3

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2026
    Jul 31, 2026
    Fall 2027
    Jul 31, 2027

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    required
    Min 102 overall with a minimum of 27 in writing and 25 in all other components
    IELTS
    required
    Min 7.0 or higher in IELTS with a minimum of 7.0 in the writing component and a minimum of 6.5 in all other components

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    2 years Graduate Route (UK)

    £13,692.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

    Specific coursework this program expects you to have completed: calculus, linear algebra, programming, statistics, and subject-specific prerequisites where applicable.

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does International Law and Governance LLM at Durham University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for International Law and Governance LLM at Durham University is £30,500 across 180 required credits.
    Is International Law and Governance LLM at Durham University online or in-person?
    International Law and Governance LLM at Durham University is offered in-person.
    How long does International Law and Governance LLM at Durham University take to complete?
    International Law and Governance LLM at Durham University is structured around 1 year and 180 credits.
    What GPA is required for International Law and Governance LLM at Durham University?
    Per the program's published guidance: A good 2:1 degree (or its equivalent) in law, or in a degree in which law is a major component.
    What work-permit options follow International Law and Governance LLM at Durham University?
    Post-completion work rights for International Law and Governance LLM at Durham University: 2 years Graduate Route (UK)