LLM (Topup)
Advance Your Legal Career with Flexibility and Expertise
Explore the dynamic and intricate world of law with the Master of Laws (LLM) Top-Up programme at the University of Central Lancashire (UCLan). Designed for professionals from both legal and non-legal backgrounds, this distance learning programme can be completed in just nine months, offering an excellent opportunity to enhance your career prospects while balancing your personal and professional commitments.
Why Choose Course?
Why Choose Course?
1. No Legal Background Required
Open to professionals across various sectors, this programme enables career progression without prior legal education.
2. Flexible Online Learning
Study at your own pace through UCLan’s state-of-the-art distance learning platform, designed to deliver the same quality as on-campus programmes.
3. Global Legal Perspective
Engage in critical legal studies covering domestic, international, and European legal frameworks.
4. Dissertation-Centred Learning
The core of the programme is a research-based dissertation, helping you develop key analytical and academic skills.
5. Professional Development
Enhance your profile with additional certification in alternative dispute resolution, focusing on international arbitration and mediation.
Modules Overview
The Law Dissertation is the sole compulsory module in this LLM Top-Up. It provides an opportunity to demonstrate your mastery of a chosen legal topic through independent research.
Learning Outcomes
By completing this module, you will:
- Gain in-depth knowledge of a specialised area of law.
- Develop advanced research and analytical skills.
- Produce a well-structured and academically sound dissertation.
- Learn to manage a significant academic project independently.
Assessment
- Word Count: 15,000 words
- Evaluation: Assessed by two independent academic markers
- Criteria: Originality, clarity of argument, referencing accuracy, and overall presentation
Modules Overview
Career focused outcomes
Graduates of this programme have progressed into successful roles in:
- Private Legal Practice
- Public Sector Legal Services
- Public Sector Legal Services
Whether you’re looking to elevate your current legal career or transition into a new legal domain, the LLM Top-Up provides a strong foundation for success.
Graduation Ceremony
Celebrate your academic journey with a memorable on-campus graduation ceremony, attended by fellow students, academic staff, and family members.
Study flexibly
Distance learning programmes are designed for modern learners. As an online student, you’ll benefit from:
- Flexible study schedule
- High-quality video lectures
- Online assessments and discussions
- Academic and technical support
- Full access to Digital library and learning resources
Enjoy the same standard of education as on-campus students — wherever you are.
Study flexibly
Entry Requirements
Primary Entry Route
Applicants must hold a Level 7 Diploma in International Business Law, such as the:
- Qualifi Level 7 Diploma in International Business Law
Alternative Pathway
Candidates without a Level 7 Diploma but possessing substantial managerial or professional experience may be considered for an accelerated admission route, subject to individual review.
Admission Procedure
1. In Person
Visit our campus and complete the admission form.
Receive a fee voucher for the initial deposit.
Once payment is made (admission, registration, and first installment), you’ll be enrolled and ready to begin.
2. Online
Send scanned copies of the following documents to our admissions team:
CNIC or B-Form
Latest educational qualification
Passport-size photograph
Once verified, a fee voucher will be issued. After payment, your online learning access will be activated.