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Master of Science in International Law

Master of Science in International Law

Birmingham City University

Duration

1½ years

Intake

September and January.

Degree

Master’s

Program Overview

Students gain expertise in international humanitarian law, global governance, and conflict resolution through Birmingham City University's research-based approach. The course emphasizes practical case analysis and critical thinking to strengthen understanding of complex international issues. Graduates emerge with professional insight into how global institutions function under legal frameworks and are well-prepared for roles in international courts, legal advisory firms, and non-governmental organizations engaged in global policy and law enforcement.

Key Information

University

Birmingham City University

Campus

City Centre, Birmingham

Total Credits

180

Study Mode

Full-time

Loan Availability

No

Program Details

Duration

1½ years

Tuition Fee:

Format

Full-time

Attendance:

On Campus Learning

Study Gap:

10 years

Fees & Funding:

Total Tuition:
Full Time 1 Year £18,600 (USD 25,230) in 2025/26

Full Time 18 Months (Professional Placement) £21,965 (USD 29,795) in 2025/26

LLM Starting: Jan 2026
Mode Duration Fees
Full Time 15 Months £19,970 (USD 27,090) in 2025/26
 

Course Structure


Modules
To complete this course, a student must complete all the following CORE modules (totalling 120 credits):

Public International Law
International Human Rights Law
Advanced Skills, 
Dissertation/Live Project
OR
Placement

To complete this course, a student must complete at least 60 credits from the following indicative list of OPTIONAL modules:

International Criminal Law
Development and International Cooperation Law,
International Environmental Law 
International Humanitarian Law,

International Refugee Law: Core Concepts and Critical Perspectives
Regulating Conflict and Facilitating Peace: The Role of International Law in Global Politics

All core modules are guaranteed to run. Optional modules will vary from year to year, and the published list is indicative only.

Professional Placement

To qualify for the MSc Computer Science with Professional Placement award, you must complete all Level 7 and the following Level 6 modules.

Professional Placement
 

Entry Requirement

Academic

Language

IELTS - 6.5 overall with no less than 6.0 in each band.

MOI - Yes

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