University of Edinburgh LLM in Law

University of Edinburgh LLM in Law is a flexible postgraduate law programme that allows students to choose from a wide range of masters-level courses offered by Edinburgh Law School.

For UCO Business users, this programme is most relevant to the Law pathway, with links to International Law, Commercial Law, Corporate Law, Human Rights Law and Technology Law.

The programme is suitable for students who want a broad LLM rather than a single-specialism law degree.

Applicants need a minimum 2:1 honours degree from a UK university, or international equivalent, in Law.

The University may also consider a UK 2:1 honours degree, or international equivalent, in a social science subject, but a solid foundation in law evidenced through prior study or substantial work experience is essential.

Relevant work experience is not required, but may increase the applicant’s chances of acceptance.

Relevant professional qualifications will be considered.

Preference may be given to applicants with grades above the minimum requirements because entry is competitive.

IELTS Academic requirement: 7.0 overall with at least 7.0 in writing and 6.5 in all other components. IELTS One Skill Retake is not accepted.

TOEFL iBT, including Home Edition, before 21 January 2026: 100 overall with at least 25 in writing and 23 in all other components. TOEFL MyBest Score is not accepted.

TOEFL iBT, including Home Edition, from 21 January 2026: 5.0 overall with at least 5.0 in writing and 4.5 in all other components. TOEFL MyBest Score is not accepted.

C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency requirement: 185 overall with at least 185 in writing and 176 in all other components.

Oxford ELLT requirement: 8 overall with at least 8 in writing and 7 in each other component.

Oxford Test of English Advanced requirement: 155 overall with at least 155 in writing and 145 in all other components.