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    University of Bristol

    MA Law

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    Bristol, GBMAIn-person2 years
    £57,200.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    65
    Cohort
    students
    180
    Credits

    MA Law at University of Bristol is a 180-credit, 2-year, in-person MA program based in Bristol, GB. Tuition is £57,200.

    About the program

    Two-year program covering the seven foundations of legal knowledge (Contract, Land Law, Public Law, Tort Law, Criminal Law, EU Law, Trusts) plus one optional unit or research project. Designed as a law conversion course for non-law graduates aiming for legal careers.

    Focus: coursework
    9th in the UK for Law (Times Higher Education World University Rankings by Subject 2026); 54th in the world and 9th in the UK for Law (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2025) | 7th (Complete University Guide UK 2026)
    Part-time option

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    £14,664.00
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    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 MA Law at University of Bristol cost?
    The total estimated tuition for MA Law at University of Bristol is £57,200 across 180 required credits.
    Is MA Law at University of Bristol online or in-person?
    MA Law at University of Bristol is offered in-person.
    How long does MA Law at University of Bristol take to complete?
    MA Law at University of Bristol is structured around 2 years and 180 credits.
    What GPA is required for MA Law at University of Bristol?
    Per the program's published guidance: upper second-class honours degree (2:1)
    How large is the MA Law at University of Bristol cohort?
    MA Law at University of Bristol typically enrolls around 65 students per cohort.