Masters in Civil Law

Class Profile

Class Size

25

Average Age

28

Average Work Experience

2 Years

Career Outcomes

Top recruiters

Government Legal Departments

Major Consulting Firms

Magic Circle Law Firms (e.g., Allen & Overy, Clifford Chance)

US BigLaw Firms (e.g., Skadden, Sullivan & Cromwell)

International Courts and Tribunals (e.g., ICJ, ICC)

Leading Universities (for academic roles)

Fees and Funding

Tuition Fees

$48,620 / year

Overall Cost

$65,470 / year

FAQs

• What subjects can students study in the BCL?
  
  Students can choose from a range of subjects such as international trade law, competition law, corporate finance law, criminal justice, comparative public law, and legal philosophy.
• What teaching methods are used in the BCL program?
  
  Teaching is conducted through small group seminars, tutorials, and lectures that emphasize in-depth discussion and independent research.
• What are the admission requirements for the BCL?
  
  Applicants must hold an undergraduate degree in law with outstanding academic performance, usually equivalent to a first-class honours degree or its international equivalent.
• What is the main focus of the BCL?
  
  The program focuses on advanced legal study through rigorous theoretical and analytical training across various areas of law, including commercial law, constitutional law, human rights, and jurisprudence.
• What is the Bachelor of Civil Law (BCL) at the University of Oxford?
  
  The Bachelor of Civil Law (BCL) is a postgraduate law degree offered by the University of Oxford, designed for students who already hold a law degree and wish to pursue advanced studies in legal theory and practice.
• Why is it called a Bachelor if it is a postgraduate degree?
  
  The BCL retains its historical title from Oxford’s legal tradition, but it is equivalent in level to a Master of Laws (LLM) in other universities.