Law courses for international students
Law degrees abroad split into two purposes: qualifying to practise, and specialising. An LLB from the UK, Ireland or Australia is a route to practice in those countries and recognised in many Commonwealth jurisdictions; an LLM is a one-year specialisation that adds depth to an existing law degree.
Law courses at partner universities
LLM International Commercial Law
LLM Maritime Law
LLM International Commercial Law
LLM International Commercial Law
Fees are indicative for the 2026/27 cycle, change with exchange rates and policy, and should be confirmed with the university or the relevant government before you decide.
What a law degree involves
The LLB is a three-year qualifying law degree (four in Scotland). The LLM is a one-year master's in a specialism such as international commercial law, human rights, maritime law, intellectual property or technology law. Graduate-entry LLBs and conversion courses exist for non-law graduates.
Why study law abroad
- Common law systems recognised across the Commonwealth
- LLM specialisms match global legal markets
- One-year LLMs in the UK and Ireland
- Strong mooting, pro bono and clinical programmes
- Routes into corporate, international and public law
Best countries for law
| Country | Why | Typical annual tuition |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | Glasgow, Exeter, Southampton, Swansea; strong LLMs | £18,000 to £32,000 |
| Ireland | Trinity, UCD, UCC; common law in the EU | €15,000 to €25,000 |
| Australia | Melbourne, Sydney, UNSW; Juris Doctor for graduates | A$40,000 to A$55,000 |
| Canada | Toronto, McGill, Osgoode; JD for practice | CA$30,000 to CA$60,000 |
| United States | LLM for foreign lawyers; bar eligibility in New York and California | US$50,000 to US$80,000 |
| Netherlands | Leiden, Amsterdam; international and European law | €17,000 to €22,000 |
Universities to consider
Entry requirements
| Level | Typical requirement |
|---|---|
| LLB | Strong secondary school results (typically 75 to 85 percent), IELTS 6.5 to 7.0; LNAT for some UK universities. |
| LLM | A law degree at 2:2 or above; some specialisms accept related degrees; IELTS 6.5 to 7.0. |
| Doctorate | An LLM or strong LLB plus a research proposal. |
Careers
UK trainee solicitor salaries of roughly £28,000 to £50,000, with London commercial firms at the top.
Scholarships and funding
Oasis does not award scholarships, but partner universities discount fees for strong applicants and several government schemes cover this subject. See the scholarship guide and our loan partners.
Fees and salaries are indicative for the 2026/27 cycle, change with exchange rates and policy, and should be confirmed with the university or the relevant government before you decide.
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Law: what students ask
Can I practise in India with a UK LLB?
Yes, after enrolment with the Bar Council of India, which recognises listed UK universities and requires a bridge course and exam for foreign degrees.
Is the LNAT required?
Only by a small group of UK universities including Glasgow, Oxford, LSE, UCL, Bristol and Durham.
What is a good LLM specialism?
International commercial law, technology law, maritime law and arbitration have strong demand; human rights and environmental law suit public-sector careers.
Can non-law graduates study law abroad?
Yes. The UK offers graduate-entry LLBs and the PGDL conversion; Australia and Canada offer the Juris Doctor.
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