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Manchester Metropolitan University: LLM in Legal Practice at the Bar
| Institution | Manchester Metropolitan University View institution profile |
|---|---|
| Department | Manchester Law School |
| Web | www.mmu.ac.uk/international |
| courses@mmu.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | 0161 247 6969 |
| Study type | Taught |
LLM
Summary
Course overview
Are you ready to take your next step towards a career at the Bar?
Everything about this course is designed to prepare you for life as a barrister. We combine the essential components of Bar training with bespoke activities to help you develop resilience, confidence and leadership skills. Plus, the masters level legal research skills you’ll gain on this course will give you a competitive edge when applying for pupillage.
You’ll be taught by an expert team of:
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Practising and former practising barristers and solicitors
-
A Kings Counsel
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Specialists in civil and criminal litigation
The combination of their experience, knowledge and support will prepare you to pass the Bar course and take on a modern-day pupillage.
Features and benefits
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Professional practice - Enhance your employability with this bespoke module. Gain 75 hours of CV boosting activities such as court visits, wellbeing and study skills support, marshalling, industry and alumni guest speakers and chambers social events.
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Northern circuit links - Grow your professional network by attending events, meeting industry professionals and learning about work experience opportunities.
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Inclusive and diverse - Supporting future barristers from all backgrounds through flexible study routes and a diverse student body.
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Personal academic tutor scheme - Receive support, mentor-style coaching and a friendly voice to discuss your development with throughout your studies.
-
Legal work experience - Gain highly valued work experience through our extensive pro bono opportunities, including Support Through Court and the Legal Advocacy Support Project.
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Professional facilities - Immerse yourself into the working environment of a professional barrister with our chambers rooms, chambers library and digitally enhanced courtroom.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Please see our website for information on entry requirements. |
| Location | Main Site Academic Division Oxford Road All Saints Manchester M15 6BH |
Summary
Course overview
Are you ready to take your next step towards a career at the Bar?
Everything about this course is designed to prepare you for life as a barrister. We combine the essential components of Bar training with bespoke activities to help you develop resilience, confidence and leadership skills. Plus, the masters level legal research skills you’ll gain on this course will give you a competitive edge when applying for pupillage.
You’ll be taught by an expert team of:
-
Practising and former practising barristers and solicitors
-
A Kings Counsel
-
Specialists in civil and criminal litigation
The combination of their experience, knowledge and support will prepare you to pass the Bar course and take on a modern-day pupillage.
Features and benefits
-
Professional practice - Enhance your employability with this bespoke module. Gain 75 hours of CV boosting activities such as court visits, wellbeing and study skills support, marshalling, industry and alumni guest speakers and chambers social events.
-
Northern circuit links - Grow your professional network by attending events, meeting industry professionals and learning about work experience opportunities.
-
Inclusive and diverse - Supporting future barristers from all backgrounds through flexible study routes and a diverse student body.
-
Personal academic tutor scheme - Receive support, mentor-style coaching and a friendly voice to discuss your development with throughout your studies.
-
Legal work experience - Gain highly valued work experience through our extensive pro bono opportunities, including Support Through Court and the Legal Advocacy Support Project.
-
Professional facilities - Immerse yourself into the working environment of a professional barrister with our chambers rooms, chambers library and digitally enhanced courtroom.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Please see our website for information on entry requirements. |
| Location | Main Site Academic Division Oxford Road All Saints Manchester M15 6BH |
Summary
Course overview
Are you ready to take your next step towards a career at the Bar?
Everything about this course is designed to prepare you for life as a barrister. We combine the essential components of Bar training with bespoke activities to help you develop resilience, confidence and leadership skills. Plus, the masters level legal research skills you’ll gain on this course will give you a competitive edge when applying for pupillage.
You’ll be taught by an expert team of:
-
Practising and former practising barristers and solicitors
-
A Kings Counsel
-
Specialists in civil and criminal litigation
The combination of their experience, knowledge and support will prepare you to pass the Bar course and take on a modern-day pupillage.
Features and benefits
-
Professional practice - Enhance your employability with this bespoke module. Gain 75 hours of CV boosting activities such as court visits, wellbeing and study skills support, marshalling, industry and alumni guest speakers and chambers social events.
-
Northern circuit links - Grow your professional network by attending events, meeting industry professionals and learning about work experience opportunities.
-
Inclusive and diverse - Supporting future barristers from all backgrounds through flexible study routes and a diverse student body.
-
Personal academic tutor scheme - Receive support, mentor-style coaching and a friendly voice to discuss your development with throughout your studies.
-
Legal work experience - Gain highly valued work experience through our extensive pro bono opportunities, including Support Through Court and the Legal Advocacy Support Project.
-
Professional facilities - Immerse yourself into the working environment of a professional barrister with our chambers rooms, chambers library and digitally enhanced courtroom.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Please see our website for information on entry requirements. |
| Location | Main Site Academic Division Oxford Road All Saints Manchester M15 6BH |
Summary
Our LLM in Legal Practice at the Bar is a professionally focused course which brings together the essential practical skills and knowledge from our Bar Training Course (BTC) and masters level legal research skills. On this course we’ll help you develop the resilience, confidence and leadership skills required to thrive at the Bar, or in a related field.
Everything about the BTC element of this course is built to prepare you for life as a barrister. You’ll work with other students in a supportive mini chambers group, designed to mirror the real-life practices of a working barrister. You’ll have a wealth of face-to-face teaching time, ensuring you receive every opportunity to learn from a team which currently includes seasoned barristers, a King’s Counsel (KC) and a senior partner at a leading UK law firm. With our innovative professional practice module, excellent advocacy teaching and strong links with the legal profession you’ll be prepared for the demands of the Bar.
For your LLM advanced study element, you’ll deepen your knowledge in a specialist area of law with the guidance of active researchers and scholars who produce impactful legal research in the UK and internationally.
Features and Benefits
-
Specialist facilities for Bar students – apply your skills in a realistic environment with our specialist facilities including chambers rooms, a legal library and modern moot courtroom.
-
Flexible modes of study – with full-time, part-time and flexible study options you can take this course over one year or up to five years, allowing you to personally design your studies around your commitments and learning styles.
-
Legal experts – you’ll be taught by a professional team, which currently includes practising and former practising barristers and solicitors, a KC and specialists in civil and criminal litigation.
-
Explore professional practice – with a unit focused on building professional skills and legal connections, you’ll explore the realities of working at the Bar through our mentoring and placements schemes, pro bono opportunities and links with the Northern Circuit.
-
Funding available – if you’re a UK resident, you may be eligible for the Postgraduate Loan Scheme.
-
A legal hub – Manchester has a dynamic legal sector, at the heart of the Northern Circuit of the Bar.
-
Professional lecture series – bridge the gap between student and professional life and prepare for the Bar, with regular guest lectures offering insight from seasoned professionals.
-
Moot court room – our state-of-the-art moot courtroom supports the development of our students’ legal advocacy. Sitting in the heart of the law school building, it’s a major focal point in our law school community.
-
Supportive community – our student Bar Society brings together students from all stages of legal study for networking, guest lectures and social events.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Please see our website for information on entry requirements. |
| Location | Main Site Academic Division Oxford Road All Saints Manchester M15 6BH |
Summary
Our LLM in Legal Practice at the Bar is a professionally focused course which brings together the essential practical skills and knowledge from our Bar Training Course (BTC) and masters level legal research skills. On this course we’ll help you develop the resilience, confidence and leadership skills required to thrive at the Bar, or in a related field.
Everything about the BTC element of this course is built to prepare you for life as a barrister. You’ll work with other students in a supportive mini chambers group, designed to mirror the real-life practices of a working barrister. You’ll have a wealth of face-to-face teaching time, ensuring you receive every opportunity to learn from a team which currently includes seasoned barristers, a King’s Counsel (KC) and a senior partner at a leading UK law firm. With our innovative professional practice module, excellent advocacy teaching and strong links with the legal profession you’ll be prepared for the demands of the Bar.
For your LLM advanced study element, you’ll deepen your knowledge in a specialist area of law with the guidance of active researchers and scholars who produce impactful legal research in the UK and internationally.
Features and Benefits
-
Specialist facilities for Bar students – apply your skills in a realistic environment with our specialist facilities including chambers rooms, a legal library and modern moot courtroom.
-
Flexible modes of study – with full-time, part-time and flexible study options you can take this course over one year or up to five years, allowing you to personally design your studies around your commitments and learning styles.
-
Legal experts – you’ll be taught by a professional team, which currently includes practising and former practising barristers and solicitors, a KC and specialists in civil and criminal litigation.
-
Explore professional practice – with a unit focused on building professional skills and legal connections, you’ll explore the realities of working at the Bar through our mentoring and placements schemes, pro bono opportunities and links with the Northern Circuit.
-
Funding available – if you’re a UK resident, you may be eligible for the Postgraduate Loan Scheme.
-
A legal hub – Manchester has a dynamic legal sector, at the heart of the Northern Circuit of the Bar.
-
Professional lecture series – bridge the gap between student and professional life and prepare for the Bar, with regular guest lectures offering insight from seasoned professionals.
-
Moot court room – our state-of-the-art moot courtroom supports the development of our students’ legal advocacy. Sitting in the heart of the law school building, it’s a major focal point in our law school community.
-
Supportive community – our student Bar Society brings together students from all stages of legal study for networking, guest lectures and social events.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Please see our website for information on entry requirements. |
| Location | Main Site Academic Division Oxford Road All Saints Manchester M15 6BH |
Summary
Our LLM in Legal Practice at the Bar is a professionally focused course which brings together the essential practical skills and knowledge from our Bar Training Course (BTC) and masters level legal research skills. On this course we’ll help you develop the resilience, confidence and leadership skills required to thrive at the Bar, or in a related field.
Everything about the BTC element of this course is built to prepare you for life as a barrister. You’ll work with other students in a supportive mini chambers group, designed to mirror the real-life practices of a working barrister. You’ll have a wealth of face-to-face teaching time, ensuring you receive every opportunity to learn from a team which currently includes seasoned barristers, a King’s Counsel (KC) and a senior partner at a leading UK law firm. With our innovative professional practice module, excellent advocacy teaching and strong links with the legal profession you’ll be prepared for the demands of the Bar.
For your LLM advanced study element, you’ll deepen your knowledge in a specialist area of law with the guidance of active researchers and scholars who produce impactful legal research in the UK and internationally.
Features and Benefits
-
Specialist facilities for Bar students – apply your skills in a realistic environment with our specialist facilities including chambers rooms, a legal library and modern moot courtroom.
-
Flexible modes of study – with full-time, part-time and flexible study options you can take this course over one year or up to five years, allowing you to personally design your studies around your commitments and learning styles.
-
Legal experts – you’ll be taught by a professional team, which currently includes practising and former practising barristers and solicitors, a KC and specialists in civil and criminal litigation.
-
Explore professional practice – with a unit focused on building professional skills and legal connections, you’ll explore the realities of working at the Bar through our mentoring and placements schemes, pro bono opportunities and links with the Northern Circuit.
-
Funding available – if you’re a UK resident, you may be eligible for the Postgraduate Loan Scheme.
-
A legal hub – Manchester has a dynamic legal sector, at the heart of the Northern Circuit of the Bar.
-
Professional lecture series – bridge the gap between student and professional life and prepare for the Bar, with regular guest lectures offering insight from seasoned professionals.
-
Moot court room – our state-of-the-art moot courtroom supports the development of our students’ legal advocacy. Sitting in the heart of the law school building, it’s a major focal point in our law school community.
-
Supportive community – our student Bar Society brings together students from all stages of legal study for networking, guest lectures and social events.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Please see our website for information on entry requirements. |
| Location | Main Site Academic Division Oxford Road All Saints Manchester M15 6BH |
Manchester Metropolitan University (Manchester Met) is a historic and internationally recognised institution that dates back to 1824, known for the quality of its teaching and world leading research. The University has been named Modern University of the Year (The Times Good University Guide 2026).
Manchester is an exciting and vibrant city known worldwide for its music, sport, culture and creativity. Living and studying here means being part of a global city that opens doors to opportunity.
Manchester is home to a diverse community of more than 5,000 international students from over 120 countries. International students are offered comprehensive …
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