LLM in Criminal Justice

Class Profile

Class Size

25

Average Age

28

Average Work Experience

2 Years

Diversity

North America:

2%

South America:

1%

Asia:

10%

EU:

12%

Others:

3%

Africa:

3%

UK:

68%

Career Outcomes

Median Earnings After Graduation

$1,10,000 / year

Top recruiters

Boston Consulting Group

LEK Consulting

International Criminal Court

Australian Federal Police

Federal Bureau of Investigation

One Essex Court

Fees and Funding

Tuition Fees

$33,000 / year

Overall Cost

$48,000 / year

FAQs

• Are scholarships available for this programme?
  
  Yes, Queen Mary University of London offers several scholarships to support postgraduate law students. For this programme, notable funding opportunities include the Kalisher Trust Scholarship, which provides financial assistance to students with strong academic merit and an interest in criminal justice. In addition, the university offers general postgraduate scholarships and bursaries that can help cover tuition fees or living costs.
• What modules are offered under this programme?
  
  The LLM in Criminal Justice offers a wide range of optional modules that allow students to tailor their learning according to their interests. Common modules include Comparative Criminal Justice, International Criminal Law, Terrorism and Human Rights, Law of Economic Crime, Criminal Justice and Surveillance Technologies, and State Crime. Students are also required to complete a dissertation of around 10,000 words, which provides an opportunity to research a specific area of interest under academic supervision.
• What are the entry requirements for this programme?
  
  Applicants are expected to hold a law degree or a degree with significant legal content, usually with at least a 2:1 honours classification or its international equivalent. Candidates with a 2:2 may be considered if they have relevant professional or academic experience. Applicants from non-law backgrounds may also be accepted if they have completed a conversion course such as the Graduate Diploma in Law or have strong professional experience in criminal justice or related legal fields.
• What is the duration of the programme?
  
  The LLM in Criminal Justice is typically completed in one year for full-time students. There is also a part-time study option that allows students to complete the degree over two years, making it suitable for those balancing work or other commitments.
• What is the LLM in Criminal Justice at QMUL?
  
  The LLM in Criminal Justice is a specialised master’s programme that enables you to gain comparative knowledge of criminal justice systems around the world, as well as their regional and transnational interactions.