University of South Wales United Kingdom

Legal Practice

Integrated Masters with deeper specialization and research focus
Taught in English
Duration 1 Years
Mode On Campus
Level Postgraduate
Degree Masters Degree
Closing soon September 2026

Course Overview

The LLM Legal Practice at the University of South Wales is designed for aspiring legal professionals seeking to gain an internationally recognised qualification that integrates with their practical legal training. This postgraduate Masters degree equips you with an in-depth understanding of core legal areas such as business law, property law, and litigation, alongside essential skills for effective legal practice. You will develop critical academic study and research capabilities, preparing you for the complexities of modern legal challenges and the demands of qualifying as a solicitor in England and Wales.

You will study this programme full-time on campus over one year, attending university two days a week. Your learning journey includes core subject and skills modules, such as Litigation and Advocacy and Skills for Legal Practice, alongside three elective modules chosen from areas like Family Law or Employment Law. A significant component of the course is the Legal Practice Research Project, where you will undertake independent research under supervision, culminating in a submission at the end of August. You will graduate with enhanced professional and reflective skills, ready for a career in legal practice or further academic study.

Course Curriculum & Details

Detailed information for serious evaluators

Program Overview

This course provides a comprehensive overview of legal practice, covering essential areas such as business law, taxation, property law, and litigation. Students will develop critical skills in legal research, interviewing, advising, writing, and drafting, alongside professional conduct and regulation. The program allows for specialization through a selection of elective modules, enabling students to tailor their studies to specific interests within the legal field.

1 Modules for full-time LLM students

Legal Practice Research Project
Business Law and Practice and Taxation
Property Law and Practice
Litigation and Advocacy
Skills for Legal Practice (incorporating Practical Legal Research, Interviewing and Advising, Writing, Drafting, Wills and Administration of Estates, Professional Conduct and Regulation and Solicitors’ Accounts)
Three elective modules Programme Elective slots available

2 Modules for part-time LLM students

Business Law and Practice and Taxation
Property Law and Practice
Skills for Legal Practice (incorporating Drafting, Practical Legal Research, Interviewing and Advising and Writing)
Elective modules Programme Elective slots available

3 Year Two

Legal Practice Research Project
Litigation and Advocacy
Skills for Legal Practice (incorporating Wills and Administration of Estates, Solicitors’ Accounts and Professional Conduct and Regulation)
Elective modules Programme Elective slots available

Cost & Affordability

A clear picture of what this course will cost you

Program Costs

13% off
First Year Fee Tuition fee
USD 22,285.00 USD 25,641.00
Total Program Cost Estimated total tuition
USD 22,285.00 USD 25,641.00

Currency note: Program costs shown in USD based on the available tuition breakdown.

Living Costs

Accommodation
USD 1,156.00 - USD 2,375.00
Food & Groceries USD 2,417.00 - USD 3,222.00
Transport USD 886.00 - USD 1,108.00
Utilities & Bills USD 645.00 - USD 967.00
Estimated Total USD 3,948.00 - USD 5,075.00

Living cost estimates are based on Treforest Campus.

Outcomes & Employability

What happens after you graduate

95%
Graduate Employment Rate Within 6 to 12 months of graduation

Common Graduate Roles

Accounting & AuditingAdvertising Finance & OperationsBanking & Financial ServicesBrokerage & Trading & SecuritiesCreative & ContentFinancial Technology (Fintech)Insurance & Risk ManagementMarket Research & InsightsMarketing Analytics & Data ManagementPrivate Equity & Venture Capital

Top Employers Hiring for this course

Legal & General

NHS legal

Why Study Legal Practice at University of South Wales

What makes this program stand out

September 2026 Closing soon

Next intake is in September 2026

Life at University of South Wales in United Kingdom

What daily life looks like for international students

Language

English

Primary language everywhere

Climate

Mild & Rainy

10-20°C average, pack layers

Safety (Numbeo Safety Index)

Very Safe

Exeter is one of UK's safest cities

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Legal Practice at University of South Wales

Can I work while studying?

International students in Degree courses can work up to 20 hours per week during term-time. During breaks, full-time work is permitted.

What English language score do I need for this course?

To meet the English language requirements, you can provide scores from TOEFL, IELTS, or PTE. For instance, a TOEFL overall score of 72 is required, alongside specific listening, reading, speaking, and writing scores.

What jobs can I get after studying this course?

Solicitor, legal consultant, compliance officer, paralegal, legal researcher.

What will I actually study in this course?

USW is proud to be a Top 50 Law School (Guardian League Tables), and the LLM offers you the opportunity to gain an internationally recognised LLM qualification in addition to your Legal Practice Course (LPC).

The LLM incorporates a programme of study and assessment approved by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA), which you must complete if you want to qualify as a solicitor.

You will develop an in-depth understanding of business and property law, litigation and

When can I start — what are the intake months?

The Legal Practice course begins in September. Ensure you're prepared to apply prior to this month!
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