Online LLM Dispute Resolution - Part-time Online Degree

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It’s why organisations and individuals are increasingly choosing to resolve disputes outside of court.</p> <p>Join our online LLM in Dispute Resolution to earn the skills, qualifications, and connections to move into a career in this area.</p> <ul> <li>Flexible, so you control your workload each term.</li> <li>Part-time, so you can keep earning while you learn.</li> </ul> <h3>Focused on dispute resolution</h3> <p>This LLM is entirely dedicated to dispute resolution methods, rather than combining dispute processes with a substantive subject.</p> <h3>Tailored to you</h3> <p>With a wide range of course options to choose from, you can tailor your qualification and specialise in the methods that interest you.</p> <h3>Who can join online LLM Dispute Resolution?</h3> <p>This distance-learning LLM is open to professionals without a law degree.</p> <p>It’s ideal for any professional keen to enhance their non-court dispute resolution skills and qualifications.</p> </div> </div> </div> <div class="block block-text " data-module-id="111789" data-section-module-id="218106" > <div class="block__inner"> <div class="block__content"> <h3>In this LLM, you’ll cover all essential dispute resolution techniques and theories</h3> <h4>Negotiation</h4> <p>You’ll learn to negotiate disputes on behalf of:</p> <ul> <li>a client</li> <li>yourself</li> <li>an employer.</li> </ul> <h4>Mediation</h4> <p>You’ll graduate:</p> <ul> <li>as a qualified mediator</li> <li>better able to handle staff disagreements and difficult discussions.</li> </ul> <h4>Arbitration</h4> <p>You’ll learn to:</p> <ul> <li>prepare for arbitration hearings</li> <li>present cases in an arbitral tribunal</li> <li>take a case through to a decision as an arbitrator.</li> </ul> </div> </div> </div> <div class="block block-text " data-module-id="111791" data-section-module-id="218108" > <div class="block__inner"> <div class="block__content"> <figure class="block-text__image"> <img class=" alt-treatment" src="/resources/b56/mjWKheftwHobaTV3zTjqeJcXluh8-1600w.png" alt="Chartered Institute of Arbitrators logo" srcset="/resources/b56/mjWKheftwHobaTV3zTjqeJcXluh8-1600w.png 1600w, /resources/b56/mjWKheftwHobaTV3zTjqeJcXluh8-1366w.png 1366w, /resources/b56/mjWKheftwHobaTV3zTjqeJcXluh8-1024w.png 1024w, /resources/b56/mjWKheftwHobaTV3zTjqeJcXluh8-768w.png 768w, /resources/b56/mjWKheftwHobaTV3zTjqeJcXluh8-400w.png 400w, /resources/b56/mjWKheftwHobaTV3zTjqeJcXluh8-200w.png 200w, /resources/b56/mjWKheftwHobaTV3zTjqeJcXluh8-100w.png 100w" loading="lazy" sizes="(max-width: 860px) 100vw, 50vw"> </figure> <h3>CIArb accreditation update</h3> <p>This LLM has been accredited by the <a href="https://www.ciarb.org/">Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (CIArb)</a> as a Recognised Course Provider (RCP), and students who successfully completed specified courses have been exempt from the CIArb academic requirements when applying for CIArb Membership.</p> <p>Our accreditation with the CIArb expired in June 2024, as it did for ALL Recognised Course Providers worldwide, as the CIArb is launching a new RCP accreditation scheme.</p> <p>We have applied for reaccreditation for specified courses offered as part of this LLM. If our application under the new RCP scheme is successful, students joining these courses in January 2025 will be recognised retrospectively by the CIArb as being enrolled on an accredited course and will be exempt from the CIArb academic requirements when applying for the accredited level of CIArb membership upon completion of those courses.</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div id="what" class="js-page-nav content-section contentModuleSection-1 "> <div class="block block--is-section-header " data-section-id="62395" > <div class="block__inner"> <div class="block__content"> <h2>What you’ll study</h2> </div> </div> </div> <div class="block block-text " data-module-id="111793" data-section-module-id="218110" > <div class="block__inner"> <div class="block__content"> <p>You can choose to study for an:</p> <ul> <li>LLM (180 credits)</li> <li>Postgraduate Diploma (120 credits)</li> <li>Postgraduate Certificate (60 credits), or</li> <li>start with one of the short courses that make up this degree (30 credits).</li> </ul> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div id="how" class="js-page-nav content-section contentModuleSection-2 "> <div class="block block--is-section-header " data-section-id="62396" > <div class="block__inner"> <div class="block__content"> <h2>How you’ll study</h2> </div> </div> </div> <div class="block block-text " data-module-id="111794" data-section-module-id="218111" > <div class="block__inner"> <div class="block__content"> <h3>Customise your learning</h3> <p>LLM Dispute Resolution gives you a range of course options to choose from, so you can:</p> <ul> <li>tailor your qualification to the areas of dispute resolution you’re most interested in</li> <li>choose to study either fully online or through a mix of online and on-campus courses, and</li> <li>choose how you want to complete your final year – via courses, a dissertation, or a Professional Skills Summer School.</li> </ul> <h4>On-campus learning</h4> <p>This online LLM features one optional on-campus course:</p> <ul> <li><em>Professional Arbitration Skills</em> – this optional course features on-campus teaching and workshops at the University of Aberdeen in summer.</li> </ul> <h4>Online learning</h4> <p>Online teaching is delivered through MyAberdeen, our online Virtual Learning Environment (VLE). <a href="../../discover/introducing-my-aberdeen/">Take a look around MyAberdeen</a>.</p> <p>You can access MyAberdeen on computer, smartphone and laptop, 24 hours a day. You’ll find a range of resources available, including:</p> <ul> <li>lecture podcasts</li> <li>online tutorials</li> <li>case studies</li> <li>reading materials</li> <li>discussion boards with your tutors and peers</li> </ul> <h4>Law library access</h4> <p>You’ll also have online access to our award-winning Sir Duncan Rice Library and the Taylor Library, a dedicated resource for law students. Both have first-class collections of reference works in law and related subjects. <a href="https://www.abdn.ac.uk/library/using-libraries/our-libraries-and-museums-122.php">Find out more about our libraries</a>.</p> <h4>Your tutors</h4> <p>This course is delivered by <a href="https://www.abdn.ac.uk/law/">our School of Law</a>.</p> <p>You’ll learn from a team of internationally experienced academics, lawyers, researchers, and dispute resolution specialists.</p> </div> </div> </div> <div class="block block-accordion " data-module-id="111795" data-section-module-id="218112" > <div class="block__inner"> <div class="block__content"> <div class="js-accordion accordion"> <div class="js-accordion-title accordion__title"> <a href="#" class="cursor-pointer"> <h3>Assessment</h3> </a> </div> <div> <div class="js-accordion-inner accordion__inner"> <p>This degree is assessed online, with the exception of our on-campus course options, which feature on-campus teaching and assessments.</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="block block-accordion " data-module-id="111796" data-section-module-id="218113" > <div class="block__inner"> <div class="block__content"> <div class="js-accordion accordion"> <div class="js-accordion-title accordion__title"> <a href="#" class="cursor-pointer"> <h3>Study hours</h3> </a> </div> <div> <div class="js-accordion-inner accordion__inner"> <h4>Hours for online courses</h4> <p>If you plan to study part-time, especially around full-time work, we recommend you take no more than 30 credits per term.</p> <p>30-credit courses</p> <ul> <li>Around 300 hours of study and assessment time to complete.</li> <li>You’ll study 15 – 20 hours per week per term, plus more at assessment times.</li> </ul> <p>15-credit courses</p> <ul> <li>Around 150 hours of study and assessment time to complete.</li> <li>You’ll study 8 – 10 hours per week per term, plus more at assessment times.</li> </ul> <p>This is an indicative guide to the time required for a typical student at this level to achieve the learning outcomes.</p> <p>You can largely set your own study hours each week to cover the materials. MyAberdeen is available 24/7, so you can log in and study when it suits you.</p> <h4>Activities at fixed times</h4> <p>There may be some activities that are scheduled at fixed times, such as online meetings with your tutor or assessments with deadlines. But otherwise, you can access and work through each online course at your convenience.</p> <h4>Hours for optional Advanced Mediation Practice course</h4> <p>This is a blended course. The majority of teaching takes place online. But you will also spend three days on campus at the University of Aberdeen in late March.</p> <h4>Hours for optional Profession Arbitration Skills course</h4> <p>This is an on-campus course. It takes place at the University of Aberdeen over two weeks in June. Classes will run from 10am – 4.30pm on each day of the course timetable. You may also have to complete tasks yourself during some evenings and weekends while preparing for your Oral Jurisdiction Assessment, and sometimes for class activities.</p> <h4>Hours for 60-credit dissertation</h4> <p>A 60-credit dissertation is around 600 hours of study time.</p> <p>This is around one term of full-time study.</p> <p>You will dedicate a full term to your dissertation and work on it full-time.</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="block block-accordion " data-module-id="14681" data-section-module-id="218114" > <div class="block__inner"> <div class="block__content"> <div class="js-accordion accordion"> <div class="js-accordion-title accordion__title"> <a href="#" class="cursor-pointer"> <h3>Study experience</h3> </a> </div> <div> <div class="js-accordion-inner accordion__inner"> <p>When you study with us, you can expect a first-class support structure so that you’re never alone in your studies.</p> <p>But learning online does mean you have to motivate yourself and manage your own time.</p> <p>Your most important commitment will be time – the time to work through, reflect on and understand your teaching materials.</p> <p>Before you start a course that involves a high degree of independent study, we recommend looking at the time you will be able to devote to your studies each week:</p> <ul> <li>Be realistic</li> <li>Create a weekly schedule as a guide</li> </ul> <p>If you have any questions about studying online, <a href="../../enquire/">get in touch with our friendly team</a>. We’re here to help.</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="block block-accordion " data-module-id="16363" data-section-module-id="218115" > <div class="block__inner"> <div class="block__content"> <div class="js-accordion accordion"> <div class="js-accordion-title accordion__title"> <a href="#" class="cursor-pointer"> <h3>Support</h3> </a> </div> <div> <div class="js-accordion-inner accordion__inner"> <p>Our first-class support structure will ensure that you aren’t alone in your studies. You’ll have contact with your tutors via MyAberdeen and email. You can use social media and discussion boards to chat with your fellow students too.</p> <p>We provide a wide range of services to support you in your studies and beyond:</p> <ul> <li><a href="../../discover/careers-service/">Careers and Employability Service</a> – including one-to-one advice sessions</li> <li><a href="https://www.abdn.ac.uk/students/support/disability-services-3395.php">Disability support</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.abdn.ac.uk/it/student/help/index.php">IT support</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.abdn.ac.uk/library/support/students-102.php">Library support</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.abdn.ac.uk/students/support/">Student Support Service</a> – help with finances, stress, wellbeing and non-academic issues</li> <li><a href="https://www.abdn.ac.uk/sls/">Student Learning Service</a> – study support, with advice sessions available via phone or Skype</li> <li><a href="https://www.ausa.org.uk/">Aberdeen University Students’ Association</a> (AUSA) – run by students for students</li> <li><a href="https://www.abdn.ac.uk/it/services/toolkit.php">Toolkit</a> – clever apps and free training that can make your study life easier</li> </ul> <p>Wherever you are in the world, you’ll feel part of our very special Aberdeen learning community.</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="block block-accordion " data-module-id="32271" data-section-module-id="218116" > <div class="block__inner"> <div class="block__content"> <div class="js-accordion accordion"> <div class="js-accordion-title accordion__title"> <a href="#" class="cursor-pointer"> <h3>Use your local university libraries</h3> </a> </div> <div> <div class="js-accordion-inner accordion__inner"> <p>We’re a member of the Access scheme run by the Society of College, National and University Libraries (SCONUL).</p> <h4>Access study spaces, books and journals in your area</h4> <p>The SCONUL Access scheme allows you, as a University of Aberdeen student, to access books and resources at university libraries across the UK and Ireland, or visit them for a quiet place to study.</p> <p>You’ll be able to use study spaces, books and journals at over 150 university libraries which belong to the scheme.</p> <p><a href="https://www.abdn.ac.uk/library/using-libraries/access/#panel70098">Find out about the SCONUL Access scheme for libraries</a>.</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="block block-multi align-left-on-mobile block--with-background background-grey " data-module-id="111797" data-section-module-id="218117" > <div class="block__inner"> <div class="block__content block-multi__intro"> <h3>Your support team</h3> <p>Our friendly team are here to answer any queries you have before, during and after your studies.</p> </div> <div class="block-multi__items"> <div class="block-multi__item "> <figure> <img class="has-border-radius alt-treatment" src="/resources/74b/6uiPZbm2FF5y4rGNuxC8jauv8Ite-400w.jpg" alt="Dr Patricia Živković" srcset="/resources/74b/6uiPZbm2FF5y4rGNuxC8jauv8Ite-1600w.jpg 1600w, /resources/74b/6uiPZbm2FF5y4rGNuxC8jauv8Ite-1366w.jpg 1366w, /resources/74b/6uiPZbm2FF5y4rGNuxC8jauv8Ite-1024w.jpg 1024w, /resources/74b/6uiPZbm2FF5y4rGNuxC8jauv8Ite-768w.jpg 768w, /resources/74b/6uiPZbm2FF5y4rGNuxC8jauv8Ite-400w.jpg 400w, /resources/74b/6uiPZbm2FF5y4rGNuxC8jauv8Ite-200w.jpg 200w, /resources/74b/6uiPZbm2FF5y4rGNuxC8jauv8Ite-100w.jpg 100w" loading="lazy" sizes="10vw"> </figure> <div class="block-multi__inner "> <h4>Dr Patricia Živković</h4> <p>Patricia is the degree coordinator. She’ll be on hand to answer any questions about degree content before you start and to help you throughout your studies.</p> </div> </div> <div class="block-multi__item "> <figure> <img class="has-border-radius alt-treatment" src="/resources/e99/iUHMzeq8kq9ZjOStJt9r0fPgZ4ob-400w.jpg" alt="" srcset="/resources/e99/iUHMzeq8kq9ZjOStJt9r0fPgZ4ob-1600w.jpg 1600w, /resources/e99/iUHMzeq8kq9ZjOStJt9r0fPgZ4ob-1366w.jpg 1366w, /resources/e99/iUHMzeq8kq9ZjOStJt9r0fPgZ4ob-1024w.jpg 1024w, /resources/e99/iUHMzeq8kq9ZjOStJt9r0fPgZ4ob-768w.jpg 768w, /resources/e99/iUHMzeq8kq9ZjOStJt9r0fPgZ4ob-400w.jpg 400w, /resources/e99/iUHMzeq8kq9ZjOStJt9r0fPgZ4ob-200w.jpg 200w, /resources/e99/iUHMzeq8kq9ZjOStJt9r0fPgZ4ob-100w.jpg 100w" loading="lazy" sizes="10vw"> </figure> <div class="block-multi__inner "> <h4>Dr Annji Kinoshita-Bashforth</h4> <p>Annji is part of the School’s support team. She’ll be there throughout your studies to answer any of your non-academic queries.</p> </div> </div> <div class="block-multi__item "> <figure> <img class="has-border-radius " src="/resources/0e3/RyyKwwe7fGwBekvoxjJcyxcYtvkO-400w.png" alt="" srcset="/resources/0e3/RyyKwwe7fGwBekvoxjJcyxcYtvkO-1600w.png 1600w, /resources/0e3/RyyKwwe7fGwBekvoxjJcyxcYtvkO-1366w.png 1366w, /resources/0e3/RyyKwwe7fGwBekvoxjJcyxcYtvkO-1024w.png 1024w, /resources/0e3/RyyKwwe7fGwBekvoxjJcyxcYtvkO-768w.png 768w, /resources/0e3/RyyKwwe7fGwBekvoxjJcyxcYtvkO-400w.png 400w, /resources/0e3/RyyKwwe7fGwBekvoxjJcyxcYtvkO-200w.png 200w, /resources/0e3/RyyKwwe7fGwBekvoxjJcyxcYtvkO-100w.png 100w" loading="lazy" sizes="10vw"> </figure> <div class="block-multi__inner "> <h4>Get in touch</h4> <p>The online education team is here to answer any questions you have right now about this qualification, or about studying online.</p> <a class="button no-print" href="https://on.abdn.ac.uk/enquire/">Ask us a question<span class="fa-regular fa-chevron-right" aria-hidden="true"></span></a> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="block block-text " data-module-id="110756" data-section-module-id="218118" > <div class="block__inner"> <div class="block__content"> <h3>What’s it like to study for this online LLM?</h3> <p>Meet King Fung, an online LLM Dispute Resolution student from Hong Kong.</p> <p>Rather than a traditional dissertation, King’s chosen to round out his LLM with our on-campus Professional Arbitration Skills course.</p> <div class="flexible-container"> <iframe title="Hear what the online LLM Dispute Resolution experience has been like for student King Fung, based in Hong Kong - YouTube video" loading="lazy" src="https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/7ORmpiFeLiY?rel=0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div id="where" class="js-page-nav content-section contentModuleSection-4 "> <div class="block block--is-section-header " data-section-id="62397" > <div class="block__inner"> <div class="block__content"> <h2>Where this will take you</h2> </div> </div> </div> <div class="block block-text " data-module-id="111799" data-section-module-id="218121" > <div class="block__inner"> <div class="block__content"> <h3>Your LLM qualification</h3> <p>You’ll graduate with a respected LLM in Dispute Resolution from the University of Aberdeen, one of the UK’s six ancient universities.</p> <p>You’ll receive exactly the same LLM qualification online as you would on campus. Your degree title will not mention online or distance learning.</p> <p>Your LLM qualification will be recognised by employers and educational institutions around the world, opening up international opportunities.</p> </div> </div> </div> <div class="block block-text " data-module-id="111800" data-section-module-id="218122" > <div class="block__inner"> <div class="block__content"> <h3>Careers</h3> <p>This degree will prepare you to pursue work in all dispute resolution disciplines.</p> <h4>Mediation careers</h4> <p>You will graduate from the LLM as a qualified mediator. Although some mediators are lawyers, many are not. This degree caters for professionals from all disciplines who want to become mediators.</p> <ul> <li>As a lawyer representing clients who may use mediation, you’ll be at an advantage understanding the techniques a mediator will use.</li> <li>Anyone in a management position will benefit from learning the principles, theories and practical techniques of mediation too.</li> </ul> <h4>Arbitration careers</h4> <p>This LLM will also help any professional enhance their career prospects in arbitration.</p> <p>Arbitrators are drawn from a range of professional groups, including lawyers, engineers, surveyors, construction professionals, the financial and accounting professions and more.</p> <ul> <li>As a lawyer representing clients in an arbitral process, you need to fully understand how it differs from litigation. This degree will allow you to diversify your practice into this lucrative, growing area, especially internationally.</li> <li>Transactional lawyers and professionals need to know what is involved in arbitration too, since many commercial contracts contain a dispute resolution clause; if it is poorly drafted, this can cause considerable problems later.</li> </ul> </div> </div> </div> <div class="block block-callout block-callout--reverse block-callout--no-bg " data-module-id="26015" data-section-module-id="218123"> <div class="block__inner"> <div class="block__content"> <figure class="block-callout__media"> <img class=" " src="/resources/d55/6k5ma6Je55fVhpwCylwmTSr6DcOn-1600w.png" alt="" srcset="/resources/d55/6k5ma6Je55fVhpwCylwmTSr6DcOn-1600w.png 1600w, /resources/d55/6k5ma6Je55fVhpwCylwmTSr6DcOn-1366w.png 1366w, /resources/d55/6k5ma6Je55fVhpwCylwmTSr6DcOn-1024w.png 1024w, /resources/d55/6k5ma6Je55fVhpwCylwmTSr6DcOn-768w.png 768w, /resources/d55/6k5ma6Je55fVhpwCylwmTSr6DcOn-400w.png 400w, /resources/d55/6k5ma6Je55fVhpwCylwmTSr6DcOn-200w.png 200w, /resources/d55/6k5ma6Je55fVhpwCylwmTSr6DcOn-100w.png 100w" loading="lazy" sizes="(max-width: 860px) 100vw, (max-width: 1180px) 66vw, 33vw"> </figure> <div class="block-callout__text"> <div> <h3>Lifelong career support</h3> <p>Our career support doesn’t stop when you graduate.</p> <p>You have access to our free careers service while you study, and beyond.</p> <ul> <li>1:1 appointments</li> <li>CV checks</li> <li>Interview prep</li> <li>Job opportunities</li> </ul> <div class="block-callout__link"> <a href="https://on.abdn.ac.uk/discover/careers-service/">See how our careers service can help you<span class="fa-regular fa-chevron-right" aria-hidden="true"></span></a> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div id="fees" class="js-page-nav content-section contentModuleSection-9 "> <div class="block block--is-section-header " data-section-id="62398" > <div class="block__inner"> <div class="block__content"> <h2>Fees and funding</h2> </div> </div> </div> <div class="block block-text " data-module-id="60432" data-section-module-id="218137" > <div class="block__inner"> <div class="block__content"> <p>The fees quoted above are based on you starting your studies with us in the 2025/26 academic year.</p> <p>Our indicative costs include a 5% fee rise each year.</p> </div> </div> </div> <div class="block block-text " data-module-id="91246" data-section-module-id="218125" > <div class="block__inner"> <div class="block__content"> <h3>Pay as you go</h3> <p>This is a pay-as-you-go qualification.</p> <p>You do not have to pay the full tuition fee upfront.</p> <p>You can spread the cost and pay as you go, term by term.</p> <h4>How it works</h4> <ul> <li>You decide how many credits to study for each term.</li> <li>At the start of term, you pay only for the credits you’re taking that term.</li> <li>This gives you control over your costs and workload for each term of your qualification.</li> </ul> </div> </div> </div> <div class="block block-callout block-callout--reverse block-callout--no-bg " id="cost-breakdown" data-module-id="111801" data-section-module-id="218126"> <div class="block__inner"> <div class="block__content"> <figure class="block-callout__media"> <img class=" " src="/resources/c8e/89z5fRI3TdHFAus5wTRP9WUzS5ix-1600w.png" alt="" srcset="/resources/c8e/89z5fRI3TdHFAus5wTRP9WUzS5ix-1600w.png 1600w, /resources/c8e/89z5fRI3TdHFAus5wTRP9WUzS5ix-1366w.png 1366w, /resources/c8e/89z5fRI3TdHFAus5wTRP9WUzS5ix-1024w.png 1024w, /resources/c8e/89z5fRI3TdHFAus5wTRP9WUzS5ix-768w.png 768w, /resources/c8e/89z5fRI3TdHFAus5wTRP9WUzS5ix-400w.png 400w, /resources/c8e/89z5fRI3TdHFAus5wTRP9WUzS5ix-200w.png 200w, /resources/c8e/89z5fRI3TdHFAus5wTRP9WUzS5ix-100w.png 100w" loading="lazy" sizes="(max-width: 860px) 100vw, (max-width: 1180px) 66vw, 33vw"> </figure> <div class="block-callout__text"> <div> <h3>Your personalised cost breakdown</h3> <p>Use the degree scheduler to plan your studies and see your cost breakdown, term by term.</p> <div class="block-callout__link"> <a href="/degrees/schedule/dispute-resolution/">Plan your studies now<span class="fa-regular fa-chevron-right" aria-hidden="true"></span></a> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="block block-accordion " data-module-id="28968" data-section-module-id="218127" > <div class="block__inner"> <div class="block__content"> <div class="js-accordion accordion"> <div class="js-accordion-title accordion__title"> <a href="#" class="cursor-pointer"> <h3>Additional costs</h3> </a> </div> <div> <div class="js-accordion-inner accordion__inner"> <h4>On-campus course costs</h4> <p>This degree features on-campus course options. If you take an on-campus course as part of your degree, your fee covers the tuition for this.</p> <p>However, it does not cover the cost of any travel, accommodation or visa you might require in order to join us on campus. You will have to pay for your own travel, accommodation and visa costs.</p> <h4>Learning resources</h4> <p>Access to all the essential books and resources you need are included in your tuition fee. They’ll be made available to you online and you do not have to buy your own copies.</p> <h4>Printing</h4> <p>You may wish to set aside a small budget for printing, depending on how you like to work.</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="block block-accordion " data-module-id="25612" data-section-module-id="218128" > <div class="block__inner"> <div class="block__content"> <div class="js-accordion accordion"> <div class="js-accordion-title accordion__title"> <a href="#" class="cursor-pointer"> <h3>Funding your studies</h3> </a> </div> <div> <div class="js-accordion-inner accordion__inner"> <p>There are several ways you may be able to get help funding your studies:</p> <ul> <li>Employer sponsorship – we accept full and partial fee payments from sponsors</li> <li>Student loans</li> <li>Scholarships – <a href="https://www.abdn.ac.uk/study/funding/">search our funding database for scholarships</a></li> </ul> <p><a href="../../discover/fees-funding-and-discounts/">Find out more about funding options</a>.</p> <h4><strong>Student card</strong></h4> <p>All our students are entitled to a University of Aberdeen student card. This gives you access to a range of student discounts around the city and online.</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="block block-accordion " data-module-id="25613" data-section-module-id="218129" > <div class="block__inner"> <div class="block__content"> <div class="js-accordion accordion"> <div class="js-accordion-title accordion__title"> <a href="#" class="cursor-pointer"> <h3>Discounts</h3> </a> </div> <div> <div class="js-accordion-inner accordion__inner"> <h4>20% Alumni discount</h4> <p>You’re entitled to 20% off our postgraduate taught degrees and short courses if you have a degree from the University of Aberdeen. <a href="https://www.abdn.ac.uk/study/funding/69">View Alumni discount details</a>.</p> <h4>How discounts work</h4> <p>Discounts are applied during your application process. You can only use one discount per application.</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="block block-multi align-left-on-mobile block--with-background background-grey " data-module-id="14240" data-section-module-id="218130" > <div class="block__inner"> <div class="block__content block-multi__intro"> <h3>Choose the University of Aberdeen for online law courses</h3> <p>Study at a university with one of the largest and most internationally experienced teams of legal experts in any European law school.</p> </div> <div class="block-multi__items"> <div class="block-multi__item "> <figure> <img class=" " src="/resources/22f/KtENKhx7ktyMHEHw48OEyeYdMlFe-400w.png" alt="" srcset="/resources/22f/KtENKhx7ktyMHEHw48OEyeYdMlFe-1600w.png 1600w, /resources/22f/KtENKhx7ktyMHEHw48OEyeYdMlFe-1366w.png 1366w, /resources/22f/KtENKhx7ktyMHEHw48OEyeYdMlFe-1024w.png 1024w, /resources/22f/KtENKhx7ktyMHEHw48OEyeYdMlFe-768w.png 768w, /resources/22f/KtENKhx7ktyMHEHw48OEyeYdMlFe-400w.png 400w, /resources/22f/KtENKhx7ktyMHEHw48OEyeYdMlFe-200w.png 200w, /resources/22f/KtENKhx7ktyMHEHw48OEyeYdMlFe-100w.png 100w" loading="lazy" sizes="10vw"> </figure> <div class="block-multi__inner "> <h4>Top 5 in Scotland for Law</h4> <p>We’re ranked Top 5 in Scotland for Law in two league tables (Guardian University Guide 2025 and Complete University Guide 2025).</p> </div> </div> <div class="block-multi__item "> <figure> <img class=" " src="/resources/6d1/Ig9Tkk6HUu90twOlecNedCv5WGvK-400w.png" alt="" srcset="/resources/6d1/Ig9Tkk6HUu90twOlecNedCv5WGvK-1600w.png 1600w, /resources/6d1/Ig9Tkk6HUu90twOlecNedCv5WGvK-1366w.png 1366w, /resources/6d1/Ig9Tkk6HUu90twOlecNedCv5WGvK-1024w.png 1024w, /resources/6d1/Ig9Tkk6HUu90twOlecNedCv5WGvK-768w.png 768w, /resources/6d1/Ig9Tkk6HUu90twOlecNedCv5WGvK-400w.png 400w, /resources/6d1/Ig9Tkk6HUu90twOlecNedCv5WGvK-200w.png 200w, /resources/6d1/Ig9Tkk6HUu90twOlecNedCv5WGvK-100w.png 100w" loading="lazy" sizes="10vw"> </figure> <div class="block-multi__inner "> <h4>Fits around full-time work</h4> <p>This degree fits around full-time work, with flexible hours and 24/7 study access.</p> </div> </div> <div class="block-multi__item "> <figure> <img class=" " src="/resources/64c/FYs07Y514xABEHbvgMGXQEPvORmo-400w.png" alt="" srcset="/resources/64c/FYs07Y514xABEHbvgMGXQEPvORmo-1600w.png 1600w, /resources/64c/FYs07Y514xABEHbvgMGXQEPvORmo-1366w.png 1366w, /resources/64c/FYs07Y514xABEHbvgMGXQEPvORmo-1024w.png 1024w, /resources/64c/FYs07Y514xABEHbvgMGXQEPvORmo-768w.png 768w, /resources/64c/FYs07Y514xABEHbvgMGXQEPvORmo-400w.png 400w, /resources/64c/FYs07Y514xABEHbvgMGXQEPvORmo-200w.png 200w, /resources/64c/FYs07Y514xABEHbvgMGXQEPvORmo-100w.png 100w" loading="lazy" sizes="10vw"> </figure> <div class="block-multi__inner "> <h4>20% alumni discount</h4> <p>University of Aberdeen alumni get 20% off this online course.</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div id="entry" class="js-page-nav content-section contentModuleSection-10 "> <div class="block block--is-section-header " data-section-id="62399" > <div class="block__inner"> <div class="block__content"> <h2>Entry requirements</h2> </div> </div> </div> <div class="block block-multi align-left-on-mobile block-multi--is-vertical" data-module-id="111802" data-section-module-id="218131" > <div class="block__inner"> <div class="block__content block-multi__intro"> <p>Entry requirements differ slightly depending on the qualification you choose.</p> <h3>LLM, PgDip, and PgCert</h3> <ul> <li>2:1 (upper-second) honours degree (or equivalent) in Law, or</li> <li>2:1 honours degree (or equivalent) in another discipline, or</li> <li>significant professional experience.</li> </ul> <p>These are our minimum entry requirements. They are given as a guide and do not guarantee entry.</p> </div> <div class="block-multi__items"> <div class="block-multi__item "> <div class="block-multi__inner "> <h4>Short course route to online LLM Dispute Resolution</h4> <p>If you do not meet these entry requirements, or are not ready to commit to a full LLM, you may be able to use our online short courses as a route into this degree.</p> <a class="button no-print" href="/hello/short-course-route-dispute-resolution/">Find out about our short course route to entry<span class="fa-regular fa-chevron-right" aria-hidden="true"></span></a> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="block block-accordion " data-module-id="29781" data-section-module-id="218132" > <div class="block__inner"> <div class="block__content"> <div class="js-accordion accordion"> <div class="js-accordion-title accordion__title"> <a href="#" class="cursor-pointer"> <h3>International students</h3> </a> </div> <div> <div class="js-accordion-inner accordion__inner"> <h4>Entry requirements</h4> <p>We welcome students from around the world.</p> <p>See our minimum entry requirements above. If you do not have qualifications from the UK, <a href="https://www.abdn.ac.uk/study/international/inmycountry/entry-requirements.php">check equivalent qualifications for your country</a>.</p> <h4>Visa requirements</h4> <p>You do not need a visa to study online with us.</p> <p>But if you will be joining us on campus for part of this degree, you may need to obtain a visa to do so. You will need to make your own transport, accommodation and visa arrangements to study with us here in Aberdeen. If you have a visa query, email <a href="mailto:immigration@abdn.ac.uk">immigration@abdn.ac.uk</a> for advice.</p> <h4>English language requirements</h4> <p>Teaching is delivered in English.</p> <p>If English is not your first language, <a href="https://www.abdn.ac.uk/study/international/requirements-pg-266.php#:~:text=Please%20use%20the%20checklist%20below">use our English requirements checklist</a> to see if you need to provide evidence of your English language skills when you apply.</p> <h4>English language tests and scores</h4> <p>If you do need to provide English language test scores, these are the tests and minimum scores we accept for this course or degree.</p> <p>These are our Postgraduate Higher requirements.</p> <h4>IELTS Academic, IELTS UKVI Academic, and IELTS Online (not IELTS Indicator or IELTS General Training)</h4> <ul> <li>6.5 overall</li> <li>5.5 for listening and speaking</li> <li>6.0 for reading and writing</li> </ul> <h4><strong>TOEFL iBT </strong><strong>and TOEFL iBT Home Edition</strong></h4> <ul> <li>90 overall</li> <li>17 for listening</li> <li>21 for reading</li> <li>20 for speaking</li> <li>21 for writing</li> <li>TOEFL DI code is 0818</li> </ul> <h4><strong>Cambridge English: B2 First, C1 Advanced, or C2 Proficiency</strong></h4> <ul> <li>176 overall</li> <li>162 for listening and speaking</li> <li>169 for reading and writing</li> </ul> <h4><strong>LanguageCert Academic/LanguageCert Academic SELT</strong></h4> <ul> <li>70 overall</li> <li>60 for listening and speaking</li> <li>65 for reading and writing</li> </ul> <h4><strong>LanguageCert International ESOL B2 Communicator (Written and Spoken) </strong><strong>– Online / In-centre</strong></h4> <ul> <li>Overall High Pass</li> <li>33 for listening, reading and speaking</li> <li>38 for writing</li> </ul> <h4><strong>Oxford ELLT Digital – English Language Level Test Online</strong></h4> <ul> <li>7.0 overall</li> <li>5.0 for listening and speaking</li> <li>6.0 for reading and writing</li> </ul> <h4><strong>PTE Academic (online test not accepted)</strong></h4> <ul> <li>62 overall</li> <li>59 for listening, reading, speaking and writing</li> </ul> <h4>Duolingo <strong>– </strong>tests taken from 1 July 2024 onward</h4> <ul> <li>120 overall</li> <li>95 for listening and speaking</li> <li>105 for reading and writing</li> </ul> <h4>University of Aberdeen English Pre-sessional Programme (PSE)</h4> <ul> <li>Pass</li> <li>Valid for one year. Refresher can be offered if out of date</li> </ul> <h4>Pre-sessional academic English preparation programmes undertaken at other UK universities</h4> <ul> <li>Pass at an equivalent of 6.5 (C1)</li> <li>B2 in all four skills</li> <li>Certification must be within one year prior to the start of your course</li> </ul> <p>For more information about language qualifications see our <a href="../../discover/english-language-requirements/">English Language Requirements page</a>.</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="block block-accordion " data-module-id="25616" data-section-module-id="218133" > <div class="block__inner"> <div class="block__content"> <div class="js-accordion accordion"> <div class="js-accordion-title accordion__title"> <a href="#" class="cursor-pointer"> <h3>How to apply</h3> </a> </div> <div> <div class="js-accordion-inner accordion__inner"> <p>You apply through our online <a href="https://www.abdn.ac.uk/pgap/login.php">Applicant Portal</a>. It allows you to upload relevant qualifications and documents.</p> <p>There is no application fee for our online degrees.</p> <h4>What you need to apply for this degree</h4> <ul> <li>Degree transcript</li> <li>Personal statement</li> </ul> <h4>Apply now</h4> <p><a href="../../discover/how-to-apply-for-our-online-degrees/">Start with our step-by-step guide</a>. It explains degree transcripts, what to write in your personal statement and how to use our Applicant Portal.</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="block block-accordion " data-module-id="28016" data-section-module-id="218134" > <div class="block__inner"> <div class="block__content"> <div class="js-accordion accordion"> <div class="js-accordion-title accordion__title"> <a href="#" class="cursor-pointer"> <h3>When to apply</h3> </a> </div> <div> <div class="js-accordion-inner accordion__inner"> <p>You can apply to start in either September or January.</p> <p>Apply as early as you can. This is so we have time to review your application and get a decision to you. We also want to ensure you have time to enrol before teaching starts.</p> <h4>September 2025 intake</h4> <p>For our September 2025 intake, the application deadline is<strong> 8 September 2025</strong>.</p> <p>You will need to accept your offer and provide any outstanding documents to meet the conditions of your offer by 15 September 2025.</p> <p>Teaching starts on <strong>22 September 2025</strong>.</p> <h4>January 2026 intake</h4> <p>Teaching starts on <strong>26 January 2026</strong>.</p> <p>Application deadlines will be announced in due course.</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="block block-accordion " data-module-id="14680" data-section-module-id="218135" > <div class="block__inner"> <div class="block__content"> <div class="js-accordion accordion"> <div class="js-accordion-title accordion__title"> <a href="#" class="cursor-pointer"> <h3>IT requirements</h3> </a> </div> <div> <div class="js-accordion-inner accordion__inner"> <p>You will need access to:</p> <h4><strong>A computer (PC, laptop or Mac) operating on either:</strong></h4> <ul> <li>Windows 10 or later</li> <li>macOS 10.15 (Catalina) or later.</li> </ul> <p>Most teaching materials are smartphone- and tablet-friendly. 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