Program Overview

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Introduction to the LLM in International Competition Law & Policy

The LLM in International Competition Law & Policy provides students with the opportunity to specialize in a vital area of law that impacts commerce across the globe. The programme places the law in its economic and commercial context, through detailed coverage of US and EU law, and extensive coverage of the law in China, alongside references to other legal regimes and examples.

Why this Programme

• Competition laws are being adopted or revised by increasing numbers of states, feature prominently in regional association agreements, and have an extremely significant impact on global and local business.
• The programme explores offered by the well-established US and EU regimes, which are being challenged by the emergence of China as a significant jurisdiction wielding considerable influence.
• Students will engage with the significant international debates about the role of competition law, the difficulties faced by companies complying with different laws, and the possibilities of convergence.
• The programmes teaching team has considerable experience in the field, with all staff members having a high level of expertise, publishing extensively, and maintaining strong national and international links.

Programme Structure

Students 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.

• Students are required to take two core courses and four optional courses.
• Two optional courses 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.

Core Courses

• International Competition Law
• International Merger Control

Optional Courses

• Advanced Competition Law and Society
• Competition, Innovation and Digital Markets
• FinTech Law and Regulation

Dissertation

• LLM Dissertation or Collaborative LLM dissertation

Dual Degree Programmes

The University of Glasgow offers several dual degree programmes in partnership with other institutions:

• Dual Degree (Gadjah Mada - Glasgow) - Master of Laws
• Dual Degree (Paris I - Glasgow) - Master of Laws
• Dual Degree (Bergen - Glasgow) - Master of Laws
• Dual Degree (Leuphana - Glasgow) - Master of Laws

Career Prospects

The programme provides a thorough academic background in the area of competition law and policy. Competition law has been subject to a dramatic growth in recent years, and the need for properly qualified people has risen correspondingly. Graduates work in leading international law firms or prestigious domestic firms in a wide range of countries. Others are placed with regulators and competition agencies around the world, or work directly for industry and commerce.

Fees & Funding

Tuition Fees for LLM

Home & RUK

• Full-time fee: Ł11,943
• Part-time fee: Ł1,327 per 20 credits

International & EU

• Full-time fee: Ł29,355

Fee Status

• Fee status guidance

Deposits

International and EU applicants are required to pay a deposit of Ł2,000 when an offer is made.

Additional Fees

• Fee for re-assessment of a dissertation (PGT programme): Ł370
• Submission of thesis after deadline lapsed: Ł350
• Registration/exam only fee: Ł170

Funding Opportunities

The University of Glasgow offers various scholarships and funding opportunities, including:

• University of Glasgow African Excellence Award
• University of Glasgow Caribbean Excellence Award
• World Changers Glasgow Scholarship
• Glasgow Excellence Award (UK)
• Postgraduate Access Scholarship
• World Changers Glasgow Scholarship PGT (EU)
• Global Leadership Scholarship
• GREAT Scholarships 2026
• The Humanitarian Scholarship
• India Excellence Award
• Erasmus+ Master Degree Loans
• Postgraduate Student Loan (Scotland and EU)
• Postgraduate Loans for Welsh Students
• Postgraduate Tuition Fee Loans England only (PTFL)
• Colfuturo Fundacion para el Futuro de Colombia
• DAAD-University of Glasgow 1-year Masters grant
• Sanctuary Scholarships
• Alumni Discount
• The Clan Gregor Society Prize
• Travel Bursary for Forced Migrants
• The Dima Alhaj Scholarship
• Glasgow Highland Society Scholarship

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 economics, political sciences, 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.

English Language Requirements

For applicants from non-English speaking countries, as defined by the UK Government, the University sets a minimum English Language proficiency level.

• International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic and Academic Online (not General Training): 7.0 overall with no subtest less than 6.5
• Common equivalent English language qualifications accepted for entry to this programme: TOEFL (ibt, mybest or athome), Pearsons PTE Academic, Cambridge Proficiency in English (CPE) and Cambridge Advanced English (CAE), Oxford English Test, LanguageCert Academic/Academic Online, Password Skills Plus, Trinity College Integrated Skills in English III, Kaplan Test of English

How to Apply

To apply for a postgraduate taught degree, you must apply online. We cannot accept applications any other way.

• Please check you meet the Entry requirements for this programme before you begin your application.
• As part of your online application, you also need to submit the following supporting documents:
  • A copy (or copies) of your official degree certificate(s) (if you have already completed your degree)
  • A copy (or copies) of your official academic transcript(s), showing full details of subjects studied and grades/marks obtained
  • Official English translations of the certificate(s) and transcript(s)
  • One reference letter on headed paper
  • Evidence of your English language ability (if your first language is not English)
  • Any additional documents required for this programme (see Entry requirements for this programme)
  • A copy of the photo page of your passport

Application Deadlines

International & EU applicants

Due to demand for degree places on this programme, the University has an application process with application rounds which recognises that different geographical areas complete and submit their applications at different times of the year.

• Round 1 application dates: 1 October 2025 to 5 November 2025
• Round 2 application dates: 6 November 2025 to 17 December 2025
• Round 3 application dates: 18 December 2025 to 4 February 2026
• Round 4 application dates: 5 February 2026 to 25 March 2026
• Round 5 application dates: 26 March 2026 to 13 May 2026
• Round 6 application dates: 14 May 2026 to 8 July 2026

Home applicants

• 21 August 2026