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Course Overview

Globalisation is here to stay and the number of active international industries continues to grow each year.  It is suitable for individuals already working in the legal sector, as well as those looking to increase their knowledge in this area.

You can study aspects of commercial law that have international relevance, and consider specific issues that arise in commercial and consumer law. You will also explore different aspects of globalisation and how the law influences and responds to these. Outside of term time, you will have the opportunity to volunteer in the University’s Legal and Financial Advice Clinic. There you will have the chance to put the knowledge and skills you have gained on the course into practice. The Clinic will allow you to engage directly with the legal profession, and work with a number of reputable law firms.

Highlights Include:

  • Opportunities for you to put your knowledge into practice through our Legal and Financial Advice Clinic by providing advice, delivering client care and engaging with the profession.
  • We work with a range of national law firms to provide placement opportunities. These include Hugh James, Eversheds, Capital Law, Clarks Legal, Geldards, NewLaw, Howells and many more.
  • You will be taught by leading experts who will use the latest innovative ‘SIMple software’ teaching tools and virtual learning environments to share their knowledge and expertise.
  • We go the extra mile to support graduate employability; you will be offered the opportunity to get involved in initiatives such as our very own leadership academy, industry-led guest lectures and employability conferences.
  • Legal research at the University is recognised nationally and internationally and our expertise directly influence your learning experience ensuring it is current and relevant.
  • Law lecturers engage in a variety of research activities which result in the presentation of papers at conferences, the publication of journal articles and textbooks. All our areas of research feed directly into your studies, so you will benefit from a cutting-edge curriculum that is taught by staff who are at the forefront of their subject area.

Teaching

Full-time delivery starts in February and September. It involves the study of all taught modules and the submission of your dissertation by the following February or September.

The LLM International Commercial Law is taught through lectures, workshops, tutorials, and self-directed learning. Tuition is offered in small, friendly groups, which allow for detailed, individual support of your studies. We aim to foster a supportive learning environment, which enables you to enjoy your studies and progress to your future career options.

Entry Requirement 

A minimum 2:2 Honours degree in any discipline, or a relevant professional qualification such as the Institute of Legal Executives, and others that include some element of law.

For applicants who do not possess formal qualifications, relevant professional experience may be taken into account via the Accreditation of Prior Learning (APL)/Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning (APEL) mechanism (University regulations will apply).

Equivalent international qualifications will also be considered. International students must have English to IELTS 6.0 overall with a minimum of 5.5 in each component.

Fees

Full-time UK:  £9000

Full-time International:  £14300 

Part-time UK:  £1000 per 20 credits


This information was accurate on : 23/04/2021
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