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Korea University (Law School)
LLM (Master of Laws)
Korea University (Law School)
Course Overview
Korea University Law School is one of the three founding members of Korea's SKY trio and has been training the country's senior judges, prosecutors, and corporate lawyers for over a century. The LLM is a research-track Master of Laws offering specialisations in International Business Law, IP & Technology Law, Public International Law, and East Asian Legal Systems, with English-taught seminars suitable for Sri Lankan LLB graduates.
The program is well-suited to applicants who want a comparative Asia-Pacific legal credential — particularly attractive for in-house counsel roles at Korean exporters operating in South Asia, IP specialists tracking K-content and tech licensing, and trade lawyers working on the Korea–Sri Lanka commercial corridor.
Entry Requirements
Academic
- check_circle LLB or equivalent first law degree from a recognised university (CGPA 3.0/4.0 or above).
- check_circle Statement of purpose identifying a research area and supervisor of interest.
- check_circle Two academic references plus a research writing sample (5,000–8,000 words).
- check_circle Curriculum vitae detailing legal internships, moots, or practice experience.
English Proficiency
- check_circle IELTS Academic: 6.5 Overall.
- check_circle TOEFL iBT: 80 Overall.
- check_circle Sri Lankan applicants whose LLB was delivered in English typically qualify for a waiver — submit a medium-of-instruction letter from the university.
Estimated Cost of Study
| Expense Category | Amount (KRW) | Approx. LKR |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition Fee (per year, 2 semesters) | KRW 14,000,000 | Rs. 3,220,000 |
| On-campus Housing (Frontier Hall) | KRW 4,800,000 | Rs. 1,104,000 |
| Living Expenses (food, transit, books) | KRW 9,000,000 | Rs. 2,070,000 |
| D-2 Visa, NHIS Insurance & ARC | KRW 700,000 | Rs. 161,000 |
| Total Annual Investment | KRW 28,500,000 | Rs. 6,555,000 |
*LKR conversion based on current bank rates. Subject to change.
Career Outcomes & PR
An LLM from KU is recognised by the Sri Lanka Bar Council for CPD and is highly regarded by Korean conglomerates with South Asia operations. Recent international LLM alumni have placed into the legal teams of Samsung C&T, LG International, Kim & Chang (Korea's largest law firm), Shin & Kim, and Yulchon, plus the Seoul offices of UNESCAP and the World Bank. The D-10 visa offers a 2-year stay-back window to convert to E-7.
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