GDL Graduate Diploma in Law

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GDL Graduate Diploma in Law
London Metropolitan University

Course Overview

Intake

N/A

Duration

1 year

Course Description

The Graduate Diploma in Law (GDL) is a highly regarded postgraduate conversion course designed for those looking to transition into a legal career. As one of the longest-running and most acclaimed courses of its kind in London, it provides a thorough grounding in the seven fundamental areas of law required by professional bodies. The programme is available in both full-time (one year) and part-time (two years) study modes, offering flexibility to suit your circumstances. Students benefit from a friendly and nurturing environment where they develop essential skills in legal research, analysis, and presentation. A unique feature of the course is the opportunity to specialise in an area of interest through a research dissertation. Whether you are aiming for a training contract with a firm of solicitors or a pupillage in a barrister's chambers, this course provides the essential academic foundation to prepare you for further legal qualifications and professional success.

Tuition Fee Details

The tuition fee for UK home students is £8,260 per year for full-time study and £4,130 per year for part-time study. The university reserves the right to increase the tuition fees in line with changes to legislation, regulation and any government guidance or decisions. More information on the latest fee can be found on the institution website.

Entry Requirements

English Language Requirements

Other

This course requires you to meet a specific standard listed under the 'advanced requirements' in our English language requirements.

For more information about the General Entry Requirements please visit the institution page

Course Structure

Assessed Essays

24 Credits

Case and Statute Analysis

24 Credits

Criminal Law

24 Credits

Extended Essay

24 Credits

Obligations A (Contract)

24 Credits

Obligations B (Tort)

24 Credits

Property Law A (Land Law)

24 Credits

Property Law B (Equity and Trusts)

24 Credits

Public Law A (Constitutional and Administrative)

24 Credits

Public Law B (European Union Law)

24 Credits

Frequently Asked Questions

Graduates are eligible to undertake the Legal Practice Course or Bar Professional Training course, leading to careers as solicitors or barristers. The qualification is a well-recognised route into the legal profession.

Course information on this page was last updated from the London Metropolitan University website available at https://www.londonmet.ac.uk/courses/postgraduate/graduate-diploma-in-law---gdl/ on 12 July 2026. NELO is not affiliated with or in partnership with London Metropolitan University; we display course information the institution has published publicly. Fees, entry requirements, dates and other information is subject to change; for the latest details and for admissions, please contact the institution directly.