FAQs

Your Questions Answered

Please find below some commonly asked questions in relation to the LLM programme here at Liverpool JMU.

When does the course begin?

How is the course taught?

What is the library provision?

How is the course assessed?

What are the entry requirements?

What is Liverpool like?

How much does it cost?

How do I apply?

When does the course begin?
 
The course begins in the last week of September and runs for 12 sessions up until December, with a further 12 sessions starting end of January. The study days are:

Full time: Monday and Wednesday afternoons 13.00hrs to 17.00hrs
Part time: Wednesday afternoons.

Please note at the moment we do not have a January start date.


How is the course taught?
 
You will be expected to read materials given to you in advance in order for you to participate in and contribute to seminar based sessions where, under experienced tutor guidance, you will be taken through the materials in small groups.  It is a relaxed informal style of teaching and learning with participants learning from each other through discussion.

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What is the library provision?

Called the Aldham Robarts LRC, it's more than a library - it's a Learning Resource Centre: loads of workstations, state-of-the-art, and all encased in a beautiful modern glass building. Of course, LJMU also has a vast collection of books which you can utilise for your studies, and Aldham Robarts LRC contains over four floors of texts devoted to Business, Law and Economics.

Aldham Robarts LRC also holds extensive collections of many important and influential legal journals and Law Reports, and LJMU students have electronic access to tens of thousands of e-books, electronic journals and legal databases.

During LJMU term-time, access to Library facilities is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, as we recognise that in today's ever-changing society, services must be accessible to everone at all times. The Library is just across the atrium from John Foster Building and handily located opposite the Students' Union.

 

LRC Opening hours:

Term Time: Full service to 2100 hours weekdays with reference and IT access 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Vacation Time: Full service normal business hours with extended reference and IT access. 

Evening and weekend services help both part-tiem and full-time students work around their commitments (work and social) and the IT/Computer support and provision is first-class.

You will have access to an up to date modern Learning Resource Centre just 5 minutes walk away. It was opened in 1994 and is one of the most up to date library facilities in Europe. It provides excellent and comfortable study accommodation, photocopiers, audio and video booths, information, computing and multi media facilities.

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How is the course assessed?
 
All modules are assessed through coursework only (4-6,000 words).

You are also required to complete a dissertation of 20-25,000 words, which amounts to one-third of the total assessment .
 
 
What are the entry requirements?
 
A recognised first degree in Law, or a degree with substantial law content of at least a good Second Class Honours standard.

The requirements of a Second Class degree may be waived where it can be shown that an applicant has achieved a comparable academic standard through past studies and where previous work experience has made the applicant suitable for this Masters programme.

Additionally, candidates whose entry qualifications were not assessed in English, must have attained a level of competence in English at least equivalent to an IELTS score of 6.5 or a TOEFL score of 610 (under the new TOEFL computer based test, with its different scale of results a score of 253 is required).
 

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What is Liverpool like?

You've probably heard all about what Liverpool has to offer: a rich, cultural history; tremendous nightlife; political dynamism; musical excellence; and sporting tradition. Liverpool is home to half a million people - and 50,000 of them are students.

Liverpool has undegone a major transformation in recent years, as its transition from Europe's largest and busiest port to a more cosmopolitan and business-orienated metropolis has steadily progressed. Several multi-million pound projects have been undertaken to improve the city's infrastucture and tourism experience. The Grosvenor-sponsored Liverpool One, for example, promises to revamp the whole of the City's tourism and retail industries and Liverpool is now home to one of the UK's tallest apartment blocks. Liverpool now has the fastest growing jobs rate of any UK city.

Liverpool was recently awarded the prestigious title 'Capital of Culture 2008', which is a tremendous boost for the city and local areas. Cultural achievements in the city's history are legion; Liverpool is the only city in the UK with two cathedrals; Liverpool is home to some of the finest Georgian and Victorian architecture outside of London, resulting in one of the world's most recognisable waterfronts; the Beatles, the most successful pop band of all time, hail from here, and the city hosts a yearly festival devoted to music; the world famous Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra is situated here; and much, much more. Many events were organised to celebrate this recognition, and the city received fantastic plaudits from around the world. Further details on future events can be accessed here.

The world-famous Albert Dock (the UK's largest group of Grade One Listed Buildings) is less than ten minutes walk from our campus and offers restaurants, bars, museums and tours. A brand new, purpose-built stadium for concerts and gigs, The Liverpool Echo Arena, now stands proudly alongside the Albert Dock.

Of course, the city's achievements are not limited to the realm of culture; Everton FC and Liverpool FC, two of the oldest and most successful British football clubs call the city their home and the city's inhabitants are known for their passion for the game. Furthermore, Liverpool is home to the world's most famous steeplechase - the Grand National - and it seems the whole world descends upon the city for the Aintree Racing Festival in April each year.

Finally - and perhaps most importantly for some of you! - Liverpool is renowned for its nightlife - there really is something for everyone here. Whether it be traditional pubs, restaurants, bars or clubs, Liverpool has everything you need and more. For further information on the varied and cosmopolitan places Liverpool has to offer for a night out, please click here.

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How much does it cost?

Please click here for more information.

How do I apply?

Please visit our How to Apply page.

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