The LLM Law Conversion at the University of Wolverhampton is designed for non-law graduates seeking a comprehensive and accelerated pathway into the legal profession. This postgraduate Masters degree provides essential knowledge in core legal areas, preparing you for further professional training such as the Solicitors Qualifying Examination Stage 1 or the Bar Practice Course. You will engage with fundamental legal principles, including constitutional law, contract law, and criminal law, developing a robust understanding of the English legal system and crucial legal skills. This course is ideal if you aspire to a career as a solicitor or barrister and require a solid academic foundation.
This online, part-time Masters degree is structured over two years, allowing you to balance your studies with other commitments. Throughout the course, you will explore key subjects such as equity and trusts, land law, and European Union law, alongside developing essential research methodologies. A significant component of your learning will involve undertaking a substantial 10,000-word dissertation in an area of law that interests you, enabling in-depth specialisation. You will graduate with the academic credentials and critical legal reasoning skills necessary to confidently pursue your chosen career path in law.