The new LLM in Advocacy is the first Masters course of its kind in the UK, will be going into its second year in September 2013.
The LLM course in Advocacy was developed by Dame Elish Angiolini QC, former Lord Advocate and one of the most respected figures in the British legal establishment.
Students will study major aspects of the discipline from forensic advocacy in criminal and civil law, mediation, as well as the fundamentals of persuasion and negotiation. The course aims to look at advocacy from a range of angles including the construction and presentation of an argument and the psychology of persuasion.
The effects of rhetoric, voice, mechanisms for presentation of evidence and the ability of the listener to absorb and be influenced in a number of different contexts will be examined.
Advocacy is a core skill for many professionals and this masters course will take a holistic approach to its study. Much of the theory and many of the techniques are as applicable in the business world and boardrooms as in the courts.
The LLM in Advocacy is of direct practical assistance to lawyers and Advocates, while enhancing more widely the understanding of what aspects of advocacy actually work in influencing the outcome before a tribunal, be it a jury, a judge or specialist tribunal. Employers of lawyers and Advocates are very interested in examining these issues and enhancing the professionalism and quality of what they practice.
Newly qualified lawyers, as well as seasoned practitioners, can benefit by learning how their own skills can be improved while engaging in research and analysis of the wide range of issues inherent in the discipline.
Those who participate in disciplinary tribunals in the commercial/ business setting can benefit from the opportunity to study the substantial range of issues that affect decision making in these wider contexts.
Newly qualified Law graduates are likely to enhance their employability at a later stage by studying for a Masters, and the course may also lead on to PhD study in the field.
Applicants should normally possess a degree from a UK university or other qualification deemed by the Course Leader to be equivalent.
Applications are normally accepted up until August each year for entry in September.
Please contact us for further information on entry requirements.
Please note overseas students will not be granted a Tier 4 Visa for part-time study.
The new LLM in Advocacy will be offered to both full and part-time students. The vast majority of the teaching will be done on a face to face basis.
Courses will be taught by intensive weekend sessions to maximize flexibility for practitioner students. This is also likely to suit many full-time students who work substantial hours.
The LLM will consist of six 20 credit modules plus a Dissertation.
Duration
The course would consist of 12 months full time study (two semesters plus a dissertation period) and 24 months part time.
Full time study requires students to undertake 6 modules over the year in addition to the Dissertation.
Students are required to attend the University on the following dates only for each subject, however, each subject will run for one semester and reading, tasks, assessments and essays will be required throughout the duration of each. Course material will be available online.
Dates for each module have now been confirmed. Attendance at University on these days will be required (Fridays half day from 12noon and full days Saturday and Sunday as below).
M9833 Case Analysis and Communication:
Friday 12, Saturday 13 and Sunday 14 October 2012
M9836 Written Advocacy:
Friday 07, Saturday 08, Sunday 09 December 2012
M9837 Pre-Trial Advocacy:
Friday 01, Saturday 02 and Sunday 03 February 2013
M9834 Trial Advocacy:
Friday 15, Saturday 16 and Sunday 17 March 2013
M9832 Appellate Advocacy:
Friday 26, Saturday 27 and Sunday 28 April 2013
M9930 Legal Research:
Online study over both semesters - attendance at University not required.
M9835 Dissertation:
June – September of completing year
Dates for each module have still to be confirmed. Attendance at University on these days will be required (Fridays half day from 12noon and full days Saturday and Sunday as below). Students must attend the full weekend.
M9833 Case Analysis and Communication: Friday 11, Saturday 12 and Sunday 13 October 2013
M9836 Written Advocacy: Friday 06, Saturday 07, Sunday 08 December 2013
M9837 Pre-Trial Advocacy: Friday 31 Jan, Saturday 01 and Sunday 02 February 2014
M9834 Trial Advocacy: Friday 14, Saturday 15 and Sunday 16 March 2014
M9832 Appellate Advocacy: Friday 25, Saturday 26 and Sunday 27 April 2014
M9930 Legal Research:Online study over both semesters - attendance at University not required.
M9835 Dissertation: June – September of completing year
For up-to-date information about scholarships for full-time postgraduate study at Strathclyde, including details on eligibility and the application process please see our funding and scholarships pages.
The Carnegie Trust is offering 14 awards for students wishing to undertake a one-year taught postgraduate course. Alternatively, it is permissible that the one-year course be taken on a half-time basis over two consecutive years. The award will cover the standard home tuition fee only (up to £3750 full-time or £1875 part-time) and does not pay a maintenance stipend. Applicants must be Scottish by birth, descent (at least one parent born in Scotland) or have been continuously resident in Scotland for a period of at least three years for the purpose of secondary or tertiary education. Bursaries are intended to enhance a students’ employability in their chosen field, develop their specialist skills or supplement existing ones. The bursaries should not be considered as a stepping stone for further study at PhD level. Preference will be given to candidates with a clear career plan outside academia. The closing date for applications is 1 July 2013. Further details and an application form for this award can be downloaded from the link below:
http://www.strath.ac.uk/rio/postgraduatescholarships/award_165050_en.html
2013 Applications
Important Notice for non-EU applicants
Because of the structure of this course, the University is not able to issue documentation in support of a Tier 4 visa application. Students who are already in the UK or will be arriving under a different immigration category may be able to take up a place on the course. Students may also be able to come to the UK as a Student Visitor for short term periods of study. Applicants should contact the University’s Advice Centre for more information on immigration options by emailing tier4@strath.ac.uk
Postgraduate entry requirements are in our prospectus.
Postgraduate entry requirements are in our prospectus.
Postgraduate entry requirements are in our prospectus.
Postgraduate entry requirements are in our prospectus.
Postgraduate entry requirements are in our prospectus.
Postgraduate entry requirements are in our prospectus.