'The MA Law (Conversion) helped to kick-start my career in law. The pro-bono opportunities and careers support were invaluable in securing a training contract!' – Edd Peckston, MA Law (Conversion) student
Join the largest community of postgraduate law conversion students.*
Our MA Law (Conversion) Online is a postgraduate Master of Arts specifically designed for non-law graduates who want to gain a legal qualification at Master’s level. As an internationally recognised qualification, a Law Master’s is a great addition to your portfolio. With a strong level of support from the start, this course is a great introduction to law if you hold an undergraduate degree in another discipline. Successful completion of the MA Law also qualifies you to progress on to study one of our Solicitors Qualifying Exam (SQE) courses to become a solicitor or the Bar Practice Course (BPC) to become a barrister. With this online version of our MA Law (Conversion) you can study online, giving you a truly flexible online Master’s course.
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An undergraduate degree at 2:2 or above in any discipline (or equivalent)
Entry requirements12 months (full-time)
21 months (part-time September)
24 months (part-time January)
You can apply directly with The University of Law to study one of our online courses.
Our MA Law (Conversion) Online is designed for non-law graduates who want to gain a legal qualification at Master’s level. We’ve designed the course to provide you with practical legal skills like analysis and critical evaluation, alongside a range of broader transferable skills such as research and presentation skills, all delivered online by qualified lawyers.
We offer full-time and part-time options, so you can choose a study mode to suit your lifestyle and career plans. Plus, our online programme will save you the time and money on commuting to and from campus and allow you to study anywhere, across devices, however you can be reassured that the course won’t be compromised on quality or be less demanding than our on campus courses.
On completion of the course you will be awarded with a Master’s degree, but you will also be suitably qualified to progress your studies to become a solicitor or barrister in the UK. By studying with ULaw you will benefit from our excellent employment and pupillage rates.
A Master’s qualification is highly attractive to employers in a variety of disciplines, so this can be of great benefit even if you don’t want to pursue a career in law. This course is the perfect choice if you want to study online and wish to keep your career options open.
In addition to the course and learning materials, you’ll also have access to our expert careers support services, who can help you with your training contract and pupillage applications. Our pro bono team have over 3,000 pro bono opportunities, which are available to you from as soon as you accept your place, so you can get loads of experience of working on real life cases and get “on-the-job” advice from practising lawyers.
Not sure if this course is right for you? Download our free Law Conversion Guide to discover everything you need to know about how to transition into the legal field.
Important Information
Progression for full-time PgDL and MA Law (Conversion) students
Based on the projected end dates of our full-time Postgraduate Diploma in Law (PgDL) and Master of Arts in Law (MA Law Conversion) courses, find out if you are eligible to commence our Bar Practice Course (BPC), LLM Legal Practice (SQE1&2) or SQE1 Preparation Course in January 2025.
Progression information - law conversion to SQE & BPC courses ➔
Please note: If you require a visa to study in the UK and wish to progress on to one of our on-campus vocational courses, please refer to our UK visa requirements page for information about applying for a Student Route visa.
The English Legal System & Constitutional Law (including EU Law) module requires 25 hours of pre-course study, through guided units with all materials provided online.
You don’t need to attend a campus for induction. Instead, you’ll be enrolled into an online induction module which will take you through necessary administrative requirements and provide you with guidance on how the programme works and additional support, such as our Employability Service.
The key areas that you’ll study over the course are:
• English Legal System & Constitutional Law
• Tort Law
• Contract Law
• Criminal Law
• Administrative Law and Human Rights
• Land Law
• Trusts
• Law of Organisations
• Skills & Behaviours
Plus a Dissertation in Law Module (8,000 words)
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Learn more about how the course is taught and how learning time is distributed by taking a look at our MA Law (Conversion) infographic. You can also look at the course demands document which shows the requirements, prior knowledge and commitments the course will involve.
We offer a number of law conversion courses, which offer you a pathway to progress onto become a solicitor or barrister.
View our law conversion guide to make the best choice for you and your career.
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You can also study this course at one of our campuses across the UK. If you’re looking for a more traditional university experience, why not consider studying on campus?
Application and booking deadlines vary by intake - take a look at our key application and enrolment deadline dates for more information.
To get a full picture of how studying this course works during the year, take a look at our course date breakdowns.
This course is assessed through:
Each of our MA Law (Conversion) study options has its own structure, with different assessments to suit. We provide you with a structured approach to your learning, with a clear and easy to navigate online learning platform (Blackboard ELITE), supported by our dedicated academic, administrative, design and development teams to ensure you have the very best learning experience.
We care about your career, which is why we offer support with job applications and other work experience opportunities as soon as you accept your place.
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You can apply for this course directly with The University of Law.
2025/26 Course Fee (for courses starting on or after 1 July 2025):
Online: £14,000
2026/27 Course Fee (for courses starting on or after 1 July 2026):
Online: £14,550
See the full fee schedule of the MA Law (Conversion) here.
You can get full details about course fees and payment structures in the fees section of the website.
By studying a Master's degree you could be eligible for a Student Loans Company Postgraduate Loan. We also have a range of scholarships and bursaries available which make studying with us more affordable than ever.
If you’re a ULaw alumnus, you may be eligible to receive our £500 General Alumni Discount.
Study Manuals: eBooks are included in the course fee, and you'll receive a 50% discount if you'd like to purchase print versions.
We have students from over 120 different countries throughout our campuses, with a dedicated team to help international students.
