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  "scrapedEntryRequirements": "Entry requirements Entry requirementsEntry requirementsWe typically require a 2:1 Bachelor (Honours) degree (or overseas equivalent) in a law degree, or in a degree where law is a major component. UK HonoursDegree conferred by French authoritiesInternational University of Monaco (IUM) DegreeFirst Class 1:1See the French entry requirements≥3.7/4.0 GPAUpper Second Class 2:1See the French entry requirements3.3/4.0 GPALower Second Class 2:2See the French entry requirements3.0/4.0 GPA"
}
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