Master of Law - Law (Research)

Students can study the LLM by Research (LLM-R) on a full-time or part-time basis. Studying for an LLM-R part-time is a rewarding and challenging experience. While everyone is different, the University of Kent expects students to need two days a week to focus intensively on their LLM-R in addition to the compulsory training offered. There may also be additional periods of more intense and concentrated research and writing. Kent does not advise full-time working while studying for a LLM-R part-time; and suggest part-time applicants who are working to outline a plan in their application for how they intend to balance working with their LLM-R study.

Whatever the mode of study, students will be part of an active, supportive and vibrant student community, with excellent dedicated postgraduate facilities, and benefit from cutting-edge legal training taking place on Tuesdays and Wednesdays in person and online. Students are usually allocated two supervisors, who give guidance about the nature of the research, the standard of work required, and about the relevant literature and sources that should be consulted. Students meet with supervisors monthly, ensuring consistent and continuous support during the length of the degree.