After completing your law graduation, do you want to pursue LLM in UK? Clear all your doubt with a thorough research on pursuing LLM/Post Grad in Law in the UK, please click here.
What is the eligibility criteria for LLM in the UK?
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Students must hold a bachelor's degree in law, like BA LLB, BBA LLB, LLB, etc.
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Good scores in English language proficiency exams like IELTS, TOEFL, PTE, etc. The passing scores for these tests vary in different institutions.
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Some universities require the student to qualify LSAT exam, whereas some universities require work experience. Although this criterion is not mandatory.
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Letter of Recommendation (LOR), Statement of Purpose (SOP), updated CV, are essential requirements for admission.
What are the required documents for LLM in the UK?
What is the cost of living for students in the UK?
The cost of living depends upon individual choices, however, below is the estimated amount needed by a student[1]:
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University
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Full-Time Course Tuition Fees for International Students
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University of Oxford
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£36 930/ INR 3681043
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University of Cambridge
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£33,738/ INR 3362478
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London School of Economics and Political Science
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£25,224/ INR 2514233
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University College London
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£28,500/ INR 2840772
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King’s College London
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£28,770/ INR 2860708
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The University of Edinburgh
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£21,900/ INR 2162974
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The Queen Mary University of London
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£24,950/ INR 2481938
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University of Durham
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£20,500/ INR 2043362
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University of Glasgow
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£20750/ INR 2068282
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University of Bristol
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£19,900/ INR 1983557
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Pre-arrival cost for the visa procedure and exam fees:
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Expense
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Fees
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UK Visa Fees
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INR 38112 (For 2 years)
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IELTS
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Approx INR14,000
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TOEFL
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Approx INR 13,540
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Application Fees
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Depends on University
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What are the scholarships available for LLM students in the UK?
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University of Oxford - Oxford Finnis Graduate Scholarship in Law.
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University of Cambridge - Pratibha M Singh Cambridge Scholarship.
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London School of Economics and Political Science - Marchant Foundation LLM Scholarship.
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University College London - LLM Opportunity Scholarship.
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King’s College London - Norman Spink Scholarship.
In order to check other scholarships, click here.
What is the Application Process for applying to universities for a master's in law in the UK?
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Visit the university website.
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Check course curriculum and eligibility criteria.
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Click on the application form for the respective university.
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First, you need to create an account using your mobile number or email address.
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You will receive an email or SMS on your registered contact number with login details and verification.
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Use the login details provided and enter your personal details ( name, gender, date of birth).
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Enter your academic qualification and upload the required documents.
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Select the course and pay the application fee.
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The application fee is different for every university and can be paid through a debit/credit card or internet banking.
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Submit your application form, you can also track your application form through your account.
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Students that have been selected will be required to attend a virtual interview by some universities.
What are the documents required for a UK student visa application?
Students can apply online for a student visa at the official immigration website of the UK. It is advisable for students to apply for a visa 3 months before their commencement of the course.
Documents required are:
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A valid passport (Should have validity for more than 6 months from the date of application of visa).
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Proof of financial stability.
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Details of your travel plans and where you are about to reside.
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Health checkup report.
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Keep a blank page on your passport for the visa.
How much is the UK visa application fee?
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Tier-4 student visa - 348 pounds (Rs 28, 650 approx).
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Short-term student visa (6 months) - 97 pounds (Rs 7,990 approx).
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Long-term student visa (11 months) - 186 pounds (Rs 15,300 approx).
Who is eligible for a UK Post Study Work (PSW) visa?
Any international student having a Tier-4 visa and is enrolled in a recognized UK higher education institution from September 2020 is eligible to stay back and look for work in the UK.
For how long can students stay in the UK after LLM in order to work?
According to the new visa rules[2], international students can stay up to 2 years to work in the UK. These rules are applicable to international students having bachelor’s or master's degrees from a recognized UK university.
What to do after the UK Post Study Work visa ends?
During the PWS visa, students are allowed to find jobs in their field of study or work in any other area without any restrictions. Once the PSW visa expires, those who are looking to stay longer in the UK need to apply for a skilled work visa or general work visa (Tier 2 visa) sponsored by the employer. However, in order to get a Tier 2 visa, the candidate must earn at least 30,000 pounds per year. It is also to be noted that in order to apply for PWS visa, students does not require any sponsorship. Sponsorship by employer will be applicable for Tier-2 visa holders in order to remain in the UK for a longer term.
[1] https://leverageedu.com/blog/llm-in-uk/
[2] https://study-uk.britishcouncil.org/after-your-studies/post-study-work
