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International Crime, Justice and Security (Taught)

Course details
  • 1 Study option
  • Postgraduate
Course location
Liverpool John Moores University

Course summary

Why study this course with LJMU?

  • Develop specialist expertise in international crime, justice and security law, with a global and comparative perspective.

  • Study a research-led curriculum taught by academics engaged in international law, human rights and conflict studies.

  • Flexible start dates in September and January to suit your career plans.

  • Complete your postgraduate qualification in just 12 months.

  • Build advanced skills in legal research, analysis, advocacy and problem-solving.

  • Prepare for a wide range of careers in international organisations, NGOs, government, and academia.

About this course
The LLM International Crime, Justice and Security is designed to equip you with advanced knowledge and practical skills in one of the most pressing areas of global law and governance.

You will explore critical issues such as international criminal justice, conflict and warfare in law, human rights protection, and the legal frameworks shaping global security. The programme combines academic rigour with practical relevance, preparing you for a career in international legal practice, government, or non-governmental organisations.

Entry requirements

Undergraduate degree:
a minimum 2:2 in a subject such as Law, Criminal Justice, Politics, Finance, Banking or Accounting
or
an equivalent professional qualification

Extra Requirements:
Although most applicants will not be interviewed, we reserve the right to interview an applicant in exceptional circumstances where necessary to obtain further information to evaluate an application

RPL is accepted on this programme

IELTS 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each component)

International students applying to study a full-time taught Masters, MRes, MPhil or PhD at LJMU should check if they require an Academic Technology Approval Scheme or ATAS certificate. Contact International Admissions Team for more details
International students entering on a Student visa cannot study part-time

Fees and funding

Tuition fees

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Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.

Additional fee information

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