Tip 1: Do your research on the program and the establishment
An LLM – regardless of country or university – comes at a cost. Research can help you ensure that you will receive the education that is right for you. For example, our LLM has two entry points (January and September) while most programs only have one. Research can also help ensure that you can thrive. For example, some programs encourage you to go beyond classrooms and engage in legal clinics, where you will have the opportunity to meet clients and give advice in a supervised manner.
Tip 2: Ensure the level (and evidence) of English is adequate
Remember that English level tests expire. I remember taking the TOEFL and having to retake it because the certificate was already five years old. At the time, the exam was given on paper every 3 months. It gave me nightmares thinking that I wouldn’t be able to study abroad because I forgot to renew it.
Tip 3: start your file as soon as possible.
Many UK universities have a rolling application system until the registration date. Without a deadline, applicants may let things go without realizing that it is too late to collect all the documents needed for registration. Gathering the documents and evidence needed to apply takes time. Submitting your application on time is less stressful.
When should you do an LL.M.?
Grapefruit: These tips are so cool, thank you! Is it possible to do an LL.M. after an M1 and then do an M2 after this LL.M.?
Garry: Why not? It is true that most students prefer to do an LLM after an M2. Obviously, French universities have their own preferences. The Anglo-Saxon system is relatively more flexible. For example, I started my law degree when I was 29 and I wasn’t the oldest. So, I advise you to do your LLM when you are sure that you can leave the French university system without regrets.
With the Queen Mary LLM in Paris, students have the opportunity to pursue university studies and training as student lawyers at the Professional Training School of the Bars of the Paris Court of Appeal, at the same time. LLM courses count towards the PPI.
Pamplemousse: Can you choose the university in which you will do your LLM or are there universities affiliated with them?
Garry: Of course you can choose your university. Well, preferably choose ours! In France, our Law School has partnerships with ESCP and the University of Paris 1 Panthéon-Sorbonne. But we do not discriminate and we accept applications from students of all universities.
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Pamplemousse: But Garry, be honest: is it really worth doing an LL.M.? What is its value in France as well as abroad?
Garry: As an economist, I would say: compare the costs and benefits. If you want to do family law and practice for your whole life in France, an LLM will not do you much good. If you want to do international trade law and work in London or New York, an LLM is essential.
The LLM is not for everyone, but it is a “must” if you want to work in an international system.
Tip 1: Do your research on the program and the establishment
An LLM – regardless of country or university – comes at a cost. Research can help you ensure that you will receive the education that is right for you. For example, our LLM has two entry points (January and September) while most programs only have one. Research can also help ensure that you can thrive. For example, some programs encourage you to go beyond classrooms and engage in legal clinics, where you will have the opportunity to meet clients and give advice in a supervised manner.
Tip 2: Ensure the level (and evidence) of English is adequate
Remember that English level tests expire. I remember taking the TOEFL and having to retake it because the certificate was already five years old. At the time, the exam was given on paper every 3 months. It gave me nightmares thinking that I wouldn’t be able to study abroad because I forgot to renew it.
Tip 3: start your file as soon as possible.
Many UK universities have a rolling application system until the registration date. Without a deadline, applicants may let things go without realizing that it is too late to collect all the documents needed for registration. Gathering the documents and evidence needed to apply takes time. Submitting your application on time is less stressful.
When should you do an LL.M.?
✍️ Grapefruit: These tips are so cool, thank you! Is it possible to do an LL.M. after an M1 and then do an M2 after this LL.M.?
Garry: Why not? It is true that most students prefer to do an LLM after an M2. Obviously, French universities have their own preferences. The Anglo-Saxon system is relatively more flexible. For example, I started my law degree when I was 29 and I wasn’t the oldest. So, I advise you to do your LLM when you are sure that you can leave the French university system without regrets.
With the Queen Mary LLM in Paris, students have the opportunity to pursue university studies and training as student lawyers at the Professional Training School of the Bars of the Paris Court of Appeal, at the same time. LLM courses count towards the PPI.
Pamplemousse: Can you choose the university in which you will do your LLM or are there universities affiliated with them?
Garry: Of course you can choose your university. Well, preferably choose ours! In France, our Law School has partnerships with ESCP and the University of Paris 1 Panthéon-Sorbonne. But we do not discriminate and we accept applications from students of all universities.
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Pamplemousse: But Garry, be honest: is it really worth doing an LL.M.? What is its value in France as well as abroad?
Garry: As an economist, I would say: compare the costs and benefits. If you want to do family law and practice for your whole life in France, an LLM will not do you much good. If you want to do international trade law and work in London or New York, an LLM is essential.
The LLM is not for everyone, but it is a “must” if you want to work in an international sys
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