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Graduate Diploma in Law at the University of Exeter

Prepare for your law degree at the University of Exeter

A pre-master's course designed to prepare students for postgraduate study, the Graduate Diploma course offers the academic and English skills to succeed in higher education.

Why apply for the graduate diploma programme?

  • full university status
  • a quality assured university programme
  • world-class facilities in a campus based environment
  • a conditional offer of a place on a designated postgraduate course
  • intensive English tuition
  • a highly supportive study environment with small class sizes

 

  • Modules
  • Entry requirements
  • Dates and prices
  • Assessment
  • How to apply

What will I study?

You will study the following modules:

Introduction to English Law This module aims to provide a foundation in English law and the English legal system.
Research: Law-based dissertation The aim of this module is to pursue, under the guidance of an academic supervisor, an individual programme of research on a topic of your choice. You will apply appropriate research methodologies and draw on appropriate materials.
English language and
Communication Skills		 This module will offer you the chance to develop your English language knowledge and skills. You will increase your knowledge of grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation along with skills of reading, writing, speaking and listening. This module will also provide you with essential skills for undertaking academic study in your chosen subject at a UK university.
Study Skills Essential preparation for postgraduate university life, study skills will help you to develop the necessary skills for university study. You will practise working effectively in groups, presenting ideas in a logical manner, managing your time, and taking lecture notes. You will also conduct research and practise writing essays or preparing a dissertation.

 

You can choose to study two of the following subject modules:

Introduction to International
Trade and Business Law		 This module will cover the sources of WTO Law, in particular GATT, with reference to contentious issues like international agriculture trade and selected aspects of transnational commercial law.
Introduction to EU Law You will cover the sources of EU Law, the institutional structure of the EU, the fundamental concepts of EU Law and legal aspects of the single market.
Introduction to Human Rights This module will focus on the concept and definition of human rights as set forth in the European Convention on Human Rights. You will deal extensively with the case law of the European Court of Human Rights as well as, where relevant, UK domestic case law.

 

Where will it take me?

This course leads to the following Master's degrees at the University of Exeter Law:

 

School of Law

LLM International Business Law

LLM European Law

LLM International Comparative Public Law

LLM International Human Rights Law

How do I qualify?

Academic requirements: Applicants are normally expected to have to have a first degree or equivalent.  We will consider a 3-5 year diploma with good grades. However, each application will be considered on its own merit.
English requirements:

IELTS 5.5 (with a minimum of 5.5 in all subskills) or equivalent.
Age:

17 years and above

All students commencing courses on a published September start date must be 17 years old by 31st December of that calendar year. For all other start dates, students must be 17 years old on the published start date of the course.

When can I start?

Start date Term dates Fees
September Start (3 terms) Mon 24 Sep 2012 - Fri 31 May 2013 £13,500



Tuition fees do not include text books - an additional charge in the region of £160 per academic course

Tracking your progress

Assessment is both formal and informal, and designed to help students build on their successes and meet requirements for entry to postgraduate study. Marks do not count towards the Master's qualification, but help the University to assess your abilities in your chosen field of study.

  • detailed feedback on performance
  • guidance on appropriate study methods through personal tutorials and by other means
  • one-to-one English language tutorials to help with assignments in all subject modules
  • areful individual support for subject-related assessments

 

How do I apply?

Apply online

You can apply online by filling out an application form. This application form is accessible through the green 'Apply now' button. You must include scanned versions of all important documents listed below. On receipt of your application we will make an assessment based on the requirements of the course. We aim to reply within 48 hours, although this is dependent on us receiving all the required information.

Important documents

The INTO Admissions office will only process complete applications.

Your application package must include:

  • Completed application form, signed by the student applicant or the legal guardian
  • Personal contact details
  • Next of kin details
  • Proposed further study programme
  • Copy(ies) of highest academic qualifications latest transcript/certificate original along with English translated version (all documents should be supported with an English version with school stamp or agent stamp)
  • Latest English language certificate/s

To check whether you qualify for this course please see link to requirements together with the country specific requirements available for download below.

Apply by post

If you are not applying online please send your completed application package, including copies of your supporting documents listed above directly to us at:

INTO University of Exeter Admissions 
1st Floor, 96-98 Queens Road
Brighton BN1 3YB
United Kingdom

 

What happens next?

If your application is successful, you will receive:

  • An offer of a place
  • Confirmed course dates
  • Indication of fees that will be payable
  • Acceptance form
  • Copy of the terms and conditions
  • Insurance information and application form
  • 'Under 18 years old' information pack (if applicable)


To reserve your place at INTO University of Exeter you will need to return all application forms mentioned above with £1,000 tuition deposit and £3,000 accommodation deposit. Once received we will issue documents to support the UK student visa process. Full fees will need to be received at least 4 weeks prior to your course start date.

 

Questions

If you have any queries about the applications process, or which course to study, please complete our enquiry form. For more information on visa regulations, please download our visa guidelines below.

  • Find out more about this course

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  • Where does this course lead?

    Find out more about the degrees you can progress to from this course and the grades you will need.

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  • Local entry requirements

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  • PDF Application Form

    Use this form to submit an application by post, fax or email. Alternatively use the apply now button above to apply online.

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