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PostgraduatePostgraduate Diploma

Law & Professional Practice

King's College London, University of London
London, England
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1 yearDuration
£38,300Per Year (Intl)
£19,050Home Fee
N/AContinuation Rate

Course Overview

Pursue your ambitions in law with the PgDip Law & Professional Practice at King's College London, University of London. Based in London, England, this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 1-year full-time structure. The MSc Law & Professional Practice is a two-year postgraduate degree, with the first year available as a stand-alone Postgraduate Diploma. It enables graduates without prior legal education or training in the UK to prepare for a career in an evolving and competitive sector as a solicitor or barrister, providing a comprehensive and rigorous graduate introduction to law and practice. Key benefits Study at a Top 20 global Law School with rich professional links in the heart of legal London. A minimum ielts score of 7.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 92% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £42,000 within three years, a 100% continuation rate, and 77% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

Foundations of English Law
Criminal Law and Procedure
Civil Litigation and Dispute Resolution
Contract Law and Commercial Transactions
Property Law and Land Registration
Constitutional Law and Administrative Justice
Legal Research and Professional Skills
Solicitors Qualifying Examination Preparation
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

Postgraduate RequirementThe programme is open to graduates obtaining a higher 2:1 degree classification, or above, who have not undertaken, nor are currently undertaking, legal education or training which substantially comprises the study of, and/or practice in, the laws of England and Wales. Access options for work experience with real clients in the King’s Legal Clinic and other pro-bono opportunities.

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic76.56.56.56.5

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£38,300

per year

Total Course Cost (1 years)£38,300

Home Student Fee

£19,050

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.

📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA

Graduate Outcomes

Salary data is not yet available for this course.

💼 Employment Breakdown

67%Working
10%Studying
10%Work & Study
6%Seeking Work
75%Professional Jobs
Official Data

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About King's College London, University of London

King's College London, University of London offers Law & Professional Practice as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.

#31QS World
#6UK Ranking
40,870+Students
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