Introduction
Continue your study of law to an advanced level without the limitations of a specialist LLM. General Law offers a wide range of course modules from our other postgraduate degrees so that you’re able to tailor your studies to your own requirements.
General Law allows you the flexibility to study many disciplines of interest without the restriction of one specialised degree. Create a bespoke programme tailored by you to meet your personal academic needs and career aspirations.
Develop your critical analysis and independent research skills to enhance your employability against the demanding needs of the legal profession. Featuring carefully chosen course options, you will have the opportunity to study topics such as Oil and Minerals for Good, International Law, The Politics of Human Rights and Criminal Evidence.
The ºÚÁÏÍø attracts a world-class teaching staff who are unrivalled in their breadth of experience. You will have access to first-class teaching from globally respected staff, such as Programme Director Professor Dr Mátyás Bódig who is a founding member of the Centre for Citizenship, Civil Society and Rule of Law at the ºÚÁÏÍø.
Available Programmes of Study
Please note: Students starting their LLM programme in January write their Dissertation project during the Summer semester.
Duration: 12 months full-time. 24 months part time.
- LLM
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General Law
- Qualification
- LLM
- Duration
- 12 months or 24 months
- Learning Mode
- On Campus Learning
- Study Mode
- Full Time or Part Time
- Start Month
- January
- Qualification
- LLM
- Duration
- 12 months or 24 months
- Learning Mode
- On Campus Learning
- Study Mode
- Full Time or Part Time
- Start Month
- September
Programme Fees
- UK
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- Tuition Fees for 2027/28 Academic Year
- £11,900
- Tuition Fees for 2026/27 Academic Year
- £11,900
- Tuition Fees for 2026/27 Academic Year (ºÚÁÏÍø Graduates *)
- £7,000
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ºÚÁÏÍø graduates are eligible for the Alumni Postgraduate Scholarship, reducing tuition fees to £7,000 - matching the current SAAS tuition loan - See full terms and conditions
- Tuition Fees for 2027/28 Academic Year (ºÚÁÏÍø Graduates *)
- £7,000
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ºÚÁÏÍø graduates are eligible for the Alumni Postgraduate Scholarship, reducing tuition fees to £7,000 - matching the current SAAS tuition loan - See full terms and conditions
- EU / International students
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- Tuition Fees for 2027/28 Academic Year
- £23,000
- Tuition Fees for 2026/27 Academic Year
- £23,000
- Tuition Fees for 2026/27 Academic Year (Self-funded Students *)
- £15,000
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The above fee includes the £8,000 Aberdeen Global Scholarship provided to self-funded international students. Full terms and conditions apply.
- Tuition Fees for 2027/28 Academic Year (Self-funded Students *)
- £15,000
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The above fee includes the £8,000 Aberdeen Global Scholarship provided to self-funded international students. Full terms and conditions apply.
We will endeavour to make all course options available. However, these may be subject to change - see our Student Terms and Conditions page. In exceptional circumstances there may be additional fees associated with specialist courses, for example field trips.
Fee Information
Scholarships
All eligible self-funded international Postgraduate Masters students will receive an £8,000 scholarship. Learn more about this Aberdeen Global Scholarship here.
To see our full range of scholarships, visit our Funding Database.
How You'll Study
Teaching is organised on a modular basis. There are two eleven-week semesters. Examinations are held at the end of each semester, in December and May. The dissertation is submitted in August. Students can join either in September or January.
The variety of assessments in the programme ensures that students apply theory to practical situations in order to become expert at being able to analyse and reason issues thoroughly.
Learning Methods
- Lectures
- Research
- Seminars
Assessment Methods
By course work, by written examination, or by a combination of these, as prescribed for each course. The degree of LLM shall not be awarded to a candidate who fails to achieve a CGS grade of D3 or above in the specified dissertation course, irrespective of their performance in other courses: such candidates may, at the discretion of the examiners, be awarded a Postgraduate Diploma.
Why Study General Law?
Law was considered a founding discipline in 1495 and is now considered one of the UK’s elite training grounds for lawyers.
- There are over 40 nationalities within the School of Law postgraduate community, therefore you will benefit from a programme with a truly international outlook.
- Over 90.4% of our Law graduates are in employment or further study 15 months after graduation. (Graduate Outcomes Survey 2026)
- Ranked Top 10 in the UK for Law (Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2027)
- Ranked 3rd in Scotland for Law (The Complete University Guide 2027)
- Ranked Top 15 in the UK for Law (Guardian University Guide 2027)
Students choose to study Law here because of our reputation for academic excellence, encouraging career prospects and unrivalled student experience. At Aberdeen, you will:
- Develop the core knowledge and skills that are vital to the demanding needs of the legal profession, which will provide you with a competitive advantage in the jobs market.
- Distinct from other Law Schools, at Aberdeen, we cap our class sizes – which means you’ll benefit from a highly personalized, high contact learning experience and not get lost in the crowd.
- Enjoy the facilities of our impressive University Law library and gain online learning support through our Virtual Learning Environment.
- Be able to select modules from almost all of the University’s LLM courses, giving you the flexibility to choose from many specialist options.
- Benefit from the opportunity to attend our Research Seminar Series, which will provide you with unique insights into current legal issues.
The University also has a market-leading Careers and Employability Service that will help you apply your skills to a range of careers. You will be supported by a comprehensive range of careers support and events, focused on providing you with the tools and additional skills you will need to advance and transform your career potential.
In addition, upon graduating, you will have the chance to join our extensive Alumni network, which has 82,500 members in 192 countries.
You will also benefit from the diverse mix of students on the programme and will learn from their prior academic and professional experiences, which will enrich discussion and debate in class.
Interested in this programme?
Entry Requirements
Qualifications
The information below is provided as a guide only and does not guarantee entry to the ºÚÁÏÍø.
Normally, a 2.2 honours degree (or equivalent) in Law will be required to be accepted onto this programme. Relevant practical experience in a related field will also be beneficial.
Document Requirements
You will be required to supply the following documentation with your application as proof you meet the entry requirements of this degree programme. If you have not yet completed your current programme of study, then you can still apply and you can provide your Degree Certificate at a later date.
- Degree Transcript
- a full transcript showing all the subjects you studied and the marks you have achieved in your degree(s) (original & official English translation)
- Personal Statement
- a detailed personal statement explaining your motivation for this particular programme
- Reference
- a reference letter from your university discussing your academic ability. If you have been out of education for a long time you may wish to use your current or most recent employer, or another professional person
Careers
Studying General Law will broaden your career opportunities and help you find employment in a variety of sectors, including legal, social and welfare, business, HR or financial areas.
Our Experts
Dr Mátyás Bódig is a Senior Lecturer at the ºÚÁÏÍø. At the Law School, he is Director of Postgraduate Taught Programmes, as well as Programme Coordinator for LLM in Human Rights. A founding member of the Centre for Citizenship, Civil Society and Rule of Law at the ºÚÁÏÍø, Dr Bódig previously worked in Hungary as Associate Professor and Senior Research Fellow.
- Programme Leader
- Dr Patricia Zivkovic
Information ºÚÁÏÍø Staff Changes
You will be taught by a range of experts including professors, lecturers, teaching fellows and postgraduate tutors. However, these may be subject to change - see our Student Terms and Conditions page.
Get in Touch
Contact Details
- Address
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School of Law
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Taylor Building
Aberdeen
AB24 3UB