The University of Greenwich, School of Law and Criminology has signed a new progression agreement with Mitchell Hamline School of Law (MHSL), Minnesota, USA.
This is a unique progression agreement by its kind where students who have completed a programme of study at the University of Greenwich or MHSL may be considered for entry on an individual basis to a programme of study at the other institution.
MHSL shall consider applications from students who have successfully completed an agreed programme of study at the University of Greenwich for admission onto a named MSHL programme.
The University of Greenwich shall consider applications from other students who have successfully completed an agreed programme of study at MHSL for admission onto a named University of Greenwich programme.
The Progression Agreement exists between the following programmes:
| Originating Programme at UoG | Successor Programme at MHSL |
|---|---|
| LLB Hons Law LLB Hons Law Senior Status LLB Hons Law (Extended) LLB Hons Law (Study Abroad) LLB Hons Law in Practice LLB Hons Law with Criminology LLM International and Commercial Law MSc Law, Regulation and the International Financial System | Juris Doctor (JD) LLM |
Conditions for Progression
- To be considered for progression, students must satisfy MHSL’s entry requirements.
- Students must demonstrate a serious commitment to the study of American law and practice.
- Students admitted to the successor programme may attend full time for 2/3 of the required JD programme or part time for the equivalent of 2/3 of the required JD programme.
- Students must be able to obtain a visa and other required documentation to study in the United States for the duration of their studies in the United States.
Summary
Any students graduated from the above-mentioned programmes at the University of Greenwich will be able to progress to the MHLS to join their JD (American Law Degree) and/or LLM programmes. Their JD programme will take 15 months rather than 3 years for University of Greenwich graduates. MHLS will also be pleased to give up to 50% scholarship (depending on the student application) to the University of Greenwich students/graduates. As a result of this progression agreement, applicants will be able to receive English bachelor/master’s degree as well as American law degree/master`s degree if they successfully complete their degree.
For further information please contact law@gre.ac.uk
