Graduate Diploma Law
School of Law, Faculty of Social Sciences
We are a forward-thinking and innovative law school with a tradition of excellence stretching back over a hundred years. The 2008 Research Assessment Exercise places us in the top twenty research departments in our field.
About the course1 year full-time This is a one-year conversion course for non-law graduates or those who have a law degree from another country. You can fast-track your way to the next stage of legal training to become either a barrister or solicitor in England or Wales. Entry requirementsMinimum 2:1 honours degree or international equivalent, in any subject, but we'll consider each application on its own merits. English language requirements for overseas studentsOverall IELTS grade of 7.5 with a minimum of 7.0 in each component, or equivalent. Entry requirements for international students Core modules
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Fees and fundingDetails of any bursaries or studentship grants for certain postgraduate programmes are advertised on our website during the winter months. Financial information for postgraduate taught courses Any questions?If you'd like to know more about any aspect of our courses, contact us: E: pgradlaw@sheffield.ac.uk |
Your careerA masters from Sheffield will make you stand out in today's competitive job market. Graduates have used their postgraduate training in a variety of ways, in research careers, in teaching or in policy development in various organisations worldwide. How we teachIn the 2008 Research Assessment Exercise, we were ranked in the top 20. Among our academic staff are experts known internationally for their research in many areas of legal and criminological study. Their ground-breaking research will inform your studies here. We have research groups in a diverse range of areas including: biotechnological law and ethics, criminology, commercial law, law in its international context and law in society. Deepen your knowledge of law or criminology or go on to train to become a solicitor.The home of the School of LawWe're based in Bartolomé House on the main University campus. We have our own courtroom, a dedicated postgraduate computer room and quiet study areas with wi-fi where you can access the library's online collections. Once you're a student with us, you'll be able to access our e-resources from anywhere in the world. Apply nowYou should apply for this course through the Law Central Applications Board. Visit their website for information on applying, guidance notes and application form. |
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