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LLM Legal and Political Theory

UK

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What will I learn?

Governments and international institutions regulate our lives, from what we wear in public to what we say about others. This raises profound questions about how we relate to each other and to our government.

By what right do some people rule over others? Do citizens have an obligation to obey the law? Ultimately, how can we live together peacefully in circumstances in which we disagree about how best to live?

This course, taught in conjunction with the Department of Philosophy and the Department of Politics, explores the core issues of political and legal theories and the relationship between them. By studying the works of theorists both past and present, you'll delve into the fundamental questions of legal and political philosophy.

Teaching and assessment

You’ll work with world?leading academics who’ll challenge you to think independently and excel in all that you do. Our approach to teaching will provide you with the knowledge, opportunities, and support you need to grow and succeed in a global workplace.

Career opportunities

  • Manager at a human rights charity
  • Government policy advisor
  • Law conversion course
  • Civil Servant
  • Financial executive
  • Local government officer

Which department am I in?

York Law School

Study options

Full Time (1 year)

Tuition fees
£25,900.00 (28,21,966) per year
This is a fixed fee

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please

Start date

September 2025

Venue

University of York

Heslington,

York,

YO10 5DD, NORTHERN ENGLAND, England

Entry requirements

For international students

Undergraduate degree: 2:1 or equivalent in Law, Management or a related social science. Other qualifications and experience: Applicants with equivalent legal professional, management or commercial experience will be considered on a case-by-case basis. English language requirements: IELTS 7.0, minimum 7.0 in Writing and 6.5 in all other components, TOEFL 96, minimum 24 in Writing and 23 in all other components.

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

Pathways options

Offered by other partners

This university accepts pathways courses from
  • University of York International Pathway College - Kaplan UK
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About University of York

The University of York is based in the historic city of York, regularly named one of the best places to live and visit in the UK.

  • Awarded Gold in the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF)
  • Part of the Russell Group of 24 leading UK universities
  • York is consistently ranked as one of the top UK universities
  • More than 20,000 students from over 150 countries