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6 Best Master's Law Universities in the United Kingdom

University of Manchester leads the 6 Master's Law universities in the United Kingdom at #35 in the QS World University Rankings 2026. University of Strathclyde (QS World #251) and University of Dundee (QS World #428) complete the top three. Across the whole list there are 10 courses to choose from.

6 universities · ranked best first

how we rank
1Best overall
MA University of Manchester logo
QS World #35 #8 in United Kingdom Manchester, England, United Kingdom

University of Manchester

Public University · 2 courses in Master's Law

GBP 23,000 – GBP 31,000/yrTuition (indicative)
1824Founded
46,000Students
15,000International
Admissions open
#35 QS World University Rankings 2026
#8 in United Kingdom

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How these universities are ranked

3 of these universities hold a QS World position, from #35 (University of Manchester) to #428 (University of Dundee); they are listed first, in that order. Below them, universities follow their research output: University of Manchester is cited most (29,568,191 citations). 1 university have neither a QS position nor a research record yet and appear at the end, marked "Not yet ranked".

Public, private and where they are

6 are public and 0 private (100% public). By location, England (1) account for the most of those we can place. The oldest is University of Manchester, founded in 1824. University of Manchester is the largest, with 46,000 students.

Inside the course list

The usual length is 1–2 years and 4 Yrs. 88% are full-time and 1 can be studied online. Start dates lean to Fall (100% of courses with a stated intake) and Spring (100% of courses with a stated intake). The American University in London offers the widest choice, with 3 of these courses.

Frequently asked questions

Which is the best university in the United Kingdom for Master's Law?

University of Manchester (QS World #35), University of Strathclyde (QS World #251) and University of Dundee (QS World #428) lead this list. QS World positions come first; the rest are ranked by research impact.

How many public universities offer Master's Law in the United Kingdom?

6 public and 0 private universities are on this list.

How long does a Master's Law course take in the United Kingdom?

Most listed courses run 1–2 years, with 4 Yrs the next most common.

When do Master's Law courses start in the United Kingdom?

Fall is the main intake — 100% of courses with a stated start date begin then, and Spring is the second.

Can I study Master's Law online with a university in the United Kingdom?

1 of these courses are listed as online.

Which university has the most Master's Law courses in the United Kingdom?

The American University in London, with 3, ahead of University of Dundee (2).

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