Course Overview
The MA Law (replacing the GDL) at University of Sussex is a postgraduate programme designed for postgraduate students passionate about upholding justice and legal frameworks. Based in Brighton, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 1-year full-time and part-time structure. Are you a non-law graduate looking for a law conversion course to get up to speed with a range of legal concepts? This course offers you the opportunity to gain a masters in law so you’re prepared for many different career options. Replacing the Graduate Diploma in Law (GDL)/Common Professional Examination (CPE), this degree focuses on the key areas of the law in England and Wales and provides a solid foundation for preparing for the first stage of the Solicitors Qualifying Exam (SQE), or training for the Bar. A minimum ielts score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 87% student satisfaction rating, a 95% continuation rate, and 80% of graduates in employment or further study.
What You'll Learn
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| Postgraduate Requirement | 2:2 |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£23,500
per year
Home Student Fee
£11,250
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.
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