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University of Glasgow: International Law and Security
| Institution | University of Glasgow |
|---|---|
| Department | School of Law |
| Web | http://www.gla.ac.uk |
| Study type | Taught |
LLM
Summary
The LLM in International Law & Security focuses on the role and relevance of international law in a rapidly changing global security environment. It reflects the breadth of contemporary international security issues, addressing issues as diverse as terrorism, armed conflicts and transnational organised crime.
**WHY THIS PROGRAMME**
- If you want to increase your horizons to an international platform, look beyond domestic legal orders and learn about global security issues, this LLM is ideal for you.
- You will be taught by an excellent team that truly understands international issues, with staff drawn from Canada, Germany, Scotland, Greece and Uzbekistan.
- You will be equipped with the necessary knowledge and skills to work as security consultant or practitioner with governments, international organisations and NGOs.
- The programme includes optional participation in a student trip to Geneva.
- We offer excellent facilities including our dedicated School of Law library; our main University library also contains our extensive collection of legal materials and official publications and is a European Documentation Centre.
- The programme is based on small-group, seminar-style teaching by experts in the field. The programme is complemented by guest speaker events and research workshops, allowing students to get involved with leading academics from outside Glasgow.
- Law at Glasgow is ranked 3rd in the UK by the Good University Guide 2025 and 8th in the UK by the Complete University Guide 2026.
**PROGRAMME STRUCTURE**
You will take six courses and submit a dissertation as falling within the area. Courses are delivered through a blend of lectures and seminar-style teaching.
You are required to take one core course and five optional courses. One optional course can be chosen from other courses within the School of Law's LLM portfolio. Please note, enrolment on courses is subject to availability and timetabling.
For the dissertation, you can choose between a written dissertation or a collaborative dissertation research project with a partner organisation. Please note, the collaborative dissertation option is subject to availability.
**Core course**
International Law and International Security
**Optional courses**
Advanced Introduction to International Criminal Law
Advanced Introduction to the Law of the United Nations
Advanced Introduction to the European Convention on Human Rights
Climate Change Law and Governance
Fundamentals of Environmental Justice
Global Constitutionalism: Rise, Decline, Resilience
International Courts and Tribunals
International Human Rights Law
International Law and International Economic Governance
International Law and International Politics
Law and Just Energy Transition
The Laws of Armed Conflict
Transnational Crime, Justice, and Security
**Dissertation**
LLM Dissertation or Collaborative LLM dissertation
| Level | SCQF Level 11 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | 2.1 Hons (or non-UK equivalent) in Law (LLB or LLM). We may also consider a UK 2:1 Honours degree, or its international equivalent, in international relations, politics, or a relevant social sciences or humanities subject area. While we welcome applicants from non-legal backgrounds, it is important to note that this LLM remains a law-focused degree. International students with academic qualifications below those required should contact our partner institution, Glasgow International College, who offer a range of pre-Masters courses. |
| Location | Gilmorehill (Main) Campus University Of Glasgow University Avenue Glasgow G12 8QQ |
Summary
The LLM in International Law & Security focuses on the role and relevance of international law in a rapidly changing global security environment. It reflects the breadth of contemporary international security issues, addressing issues as diverse as terrorism, armed conflicts and transnational organised crime.
**WHY THIS PROGRAMME**
- If you want to increase your horizons to an international platform, look beyond domestic legal orders and learn about global security issues, this LLM is ideal for you.
- You will be taught by an excellent team that truly understands international issues, with staff drawn from Canada, Germany, Scotland, Greece and Uzbekistan.
- You will be equipped with the necessary knowledge and skills to work as security consultant or practitioner with governments, international organisations and NGOs.
- The programme includes optional participation in a student trip to Geneva.
- We offer excellent facilities including our dedicated School of Law library; our main University library also contains our extensive collection of legal materials and official publications and is a European Documentation Centre.
- The programme is based on small-group, seminar-style teaching by experts in the field. The programme is complemented by guest speaker events and research workshops, allowing students to get involved with leading academics from outside Glasgow.
- Law at Glasgow is ranked 3rd in the UK by the Good University Guide 2025 and 8th in the UK by the Complete University Guide 2026.
**PROGRAMME STRUCTURE**
You will take six courses and submit a dissertation as falling within the area. Courses are delivered through a blend of lectures and seminar-style teaching.
You are required to take one core course and five optional courses. One optional course can be chosen from other courses within the School of Law's LLM portfolio. Please note, enrolment on courses is subject to availability and timetabling.
For the dissertation, you can choose between a written dissertation or a collaborative dissertation research project with a partner organisation. Please note, the collaborative dissertation option is subject to availability.
**Core course**
International Law and International Security
**Optional courses**
Advanced Introduction to International Criminal Law
Advanced Introduction to the Law of the United Nations
Advanced Introduction to the European Convention on Human Rights
Climate Change Law and Governance
Fundamentals of Environmental Justice
Global Constitutionalism: Rise, Decline, Resilience
International Courts and Tribunals
International Human Rights Law
International Law and International Economic Governance
International Law and International Politics
Law and Just Energy Transition
The Laws of Armed Conflict
Transnational Crime, Justice, and Security
**Dissertation**
LLM Dissertation or Collaborative LLM dissertation
| Level | SCQF Level 11 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | 2.1 Hons (or non-UK equivalent) in Law (LLB or LLM). We may also consider a UK 2:1 Honours degree, or its international equivalent, in international relations, politics, or a relevant social sciences or humanities subject area. While we welcome applicants from non-legal backgrounds, it is important to note that this LLM remains a law-focused degree. International students with academic qualifications below those required should contact our partner institution, Glasgow International College, who offer a range of pre-Masters courses. |
| Location | Gilmorehill (Main) Campus University Of Glasgow University Avenue Glasgow G12 8QQ |
Summary
The LLM in International Law & Security focuses on the role and relevance of international law in a rapidly changing global security environment. It reflects the breadth of contemporary international security issues, addressing issues as diverse as terrorism, armed conflicts and transnational organised crime.
**WHY THIS PROGRAMME**
- If you want to increase your horizons to an international platform, look beyond domestic legal orders and learn about global security issues, this LLM is ideal for you.
- You will be taught by an excellent team that truly understands international issues, with staff drawn from Canada, Germany, Scotland, Greece and Uzbekistan.
- You will be equipped with the necessary knowledge and skills to work as security consultant or practitioner with governments, international organisations and NGOs.
- The programme includes optional participation in a student trip to Geneva.
- We offer excellent facilities including our dedicated School of Law library; our main University library also contains our extensive collection of legal materials and official publications and is a European Documentation Centre.
- The programme is based on small-group, seminar-style teaching by experts in the field. The programme is complemented by guest speaker events and research workshops, allowing students to get involved with leading academics from outside Glasgow.
**PROGRAMME STRUCTURE**
You are required to take at least five courses from the following list (plus one other) and to submit a dissertation as falling within the area. For this programme you must complete the core course, International Law and International Security. Courses are delivered through a combination of lectures, seminars and project work.
**Core course**
International Law and International Security
**Optional courses**
Advanced Introduction to the Law of the United Nations
Advanced Introduction to International Criminal Law
Climate Change Law and Governance
International Courts and Tribunals
International Human Rights Law
International Law and International Economic Governance
International Law and International Politics
International Litigation in Practice (ILIP)
Law and International Development
The Laws of Armed Conflict
Transnational Crime, Justice, and Security
One additional course may be chosen from other subjects within the School of Law's LLM portfolio.
| Level | SCQF Level 11 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | 2.1 Hons (or non-UK equivalent) in Law (LLB or LLM). |
| Location | Gilmorehill (Main) Campus University Of Glasgow University Avenue Glasgow G12 8QQ |
Summary
The LLM in International Law & Security focuses on the role and relevance of international law in a rapidly changing global security environment. It reflects the breadth of contemporary international security issues, addressing issues as diverse as terrorism, armed conflicts and transnational organised crime.
**WHY THIS PROGRAMME**
- If you want to increase your horizons to an international platform, look beyond domestic legal orders and learn about global security issues, this LLM is ideal for you.
- You will be taught by an excellent team that truly understands international issues, with staff drawn from Canada, Germany, Scotland, Greece and Uzbekistan.
- You will be equipped with the necessary knowledge and skills to work as security consultant or practitioner with governments, international organisations and NGOs.
- The programme includes optional participation in a student trip to Geneva.
- We offer excellent facilities including our dedicated School of Law library; our main University library also contains our extensive collection of legal materials and official publications and is a European Documentation Centre.
- The programme is based on small-group, seminar-style teaching by experts in the field. The programme is complemented by guest speaker events and research workshops, allowing students to get involved with leading academics from outside Glasgow.
**PROGRAMME STRUCTURE**
You are required to take at least five courses from the following list (plus one other) and to submit a dissertation as falling within the area. For this programme you must complete the core course, International Law and International Security. Courses are delivered through a combination of lectures, seminars and project work.
**Core course**
International Law and International Security
**Optional courses**
Advanced Introduction to the Law of the United Nations
Advanced Introduction to International Criminal Law
Climate Change Law and Governance
International Courts and Tribunals
International Human Rights Law
International Law and International Economic Governance
International Law and International Politics
International Litigation in Practice (ILIP)
Law and International Development
The Laws of Armed Conflict
Transnational Crime, Justice, and Security
One additional course may be chosen from other subjects within the School of Law's LLM portfolio.
| Level | SCQF Level 11 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | 2.1 Hons (or non-UK equivalent) in Law (LLB or LLM). |
| Location | Gilmorehill (Main) Campus University Of Glasgow University Avenue Glasgow G12 8QQ |
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