QMUL LLM or KCL MA in Philosophy?

I’m torn between prestige and course preference. I graduated with an LLB (Hons) and have a strong interest in jurisprudence. Initially, an LLM felt like the obvious next step, a smooth continuation from my law degree. But I’ve now been offered a place to study Philosophy, which has made me reconsider.

The MA would be a change in direction, but it shares common ground with my legal background. Many law students take on Philosophy to strengthen their academic foundations, especially if they’re considering doctoral work later. The overlap in critical thinking and theory appeals to me. But again, not the LLM.

I had planned to apply for the LLM at King’s, but applications closed before I could submit mine.

Perhaps for some this is a blindingly obvious choice. Thoughts?

Thanks

It's not obvious I don't think. From reading your post I'd say the background decision you're actually making here is:
Do I still want to head into the legal world or do I take a diagonal to academia?
Also remember this isn't forever - very few careers operate in straight lines. My teaching career has probably going Octagonal at this point and I'm only 26
The small question is - what do you do next year? The bigger question behind it is - at the moment do I still want the law career or do I want to stay in the realm of Higher Ed?
I think the answer to the bigger question should dictate what you do on the smaller question. But to lower the stakes a little bit, just know that the big plan is allowed to change, and that will be okay.