LLM Conversion in Law

Birmingham City University
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Course information

The LLM Conversion in Law allows graduates not currently holding a Law degree but wanting to enter the legal profession the opportunity to gain a strong understanding of the foundational principles of the law in England and Wales and go onto further study to become a solicitor or barrister. To achieve this, the course has been designed to align with the subjects that you will need to study further to successfully undertake the Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE), while also meeting the requirements of the Bar Standards Board in the Bar Qualification Manual for Conversion Courses. 

Course length

12 months, full-time

Eligibility requirements

Minimum 2:2 class UK degree or international equivalent in any subject

Graduate Visa eligibility

Yes

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Qualification Level

Master's / 180 credits

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How to apply

Log in to LawCAB 

Create a GDL course application form from your dashboard.

You will be able to select the LLM Conversion in Law at Birmingham City University when you reach the course choice section of your form.

Full details of the application process are available here.

Course fees

2026/27

UK - £12,880 (full-time)

International - £20,370 (full-time)

Location
Birmingham
Institution
Birmingham City University
Qualification Route
Solicitor
Barrister
Course category
Law conversion - Masters
Student loans
Yes
Study mode
Full-Time
Course start month
September
Course start year
2026