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    Comparative Private Law LLM

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    Edinburgh, GBLLMIn-person1 year
    £32,000.00
    Tuition
    over 12mo
    180
    Credits

    Comparative Private Law LLM at University of Edinburgh is a 180-credit, 1-year, in-person LLM program based in Edinburgh, GB. Tuition is £32,000.

    About the program

    Programme covers core areas of private law including contract, property, trusts, delict/tort, family/child law, and international private law from a comparative perspective, drawing on civil and common law traditions. Includes courses on legal theory, legal history, and a compulsory dissertation.

    Focus: both
    21st QS World University Rankings by Subject 2025: Law and Legal Studies
    Part-time option

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    TOEFL
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    Min TOEFL-iBT (including Home Edition) before 21 January 2026: total 100 with at least 25 in writing and 23 in all other components. We do not accept TOEFL MyBest Score to meet our English language requirements.
    IELTS
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    Min IELTS Academic: total 7.0 with at least 7.0 in writing and 6.5 in all other components. We do not accept IELTS One Skill Retake to meet our English language requirements.

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    2 years Graduate Route (UK)

    £17,000.00
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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Comparative Private Law LLM at University of Edinburgh cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Comparative Private Law LLM at University of Edinburgh is £32,000 across 180 required credits.
    Is Comparative Private Law LLM at University of Edinburgh online or in-person?
    Comparative Private Law LLM at University of Edinburgh is offered in-person.
    How long does Comparative Private Law LLM at University of Edinburgh take to complete?
    Comparative Private Law LLM at University of Edinburgh is structured around 1 year and 180 credits.
    What GPA is required for Comparative Private Law LLM at University of Edinburgh?
    Per the program's published guidance: 2:1 honours degree
    What work-permit options follow Comparative Private Law LLM at University of Edinburgh?
    Post-completion work rights for Comparative Private Law LLM at University of Edinburgh: 2 years Graduate Route (UK)