This Master of Laws (LLM) in International Corporate and Commercial Law is designed for students seeking to excel in the dynamic global marketplace. It equips you with expertise to navigate the legal challenges of multinational corporations and international commercial transactions. Whether your goal is to work with global businesses, in-house legal teams, or regulatory bodies, this course delves into the legal frameworks governing international commerce, including cross-border trade, corporate governance, and the impact of digital technologies like blockchain. The curriculum integrates international law, business law, and social justice, allowing you to tailor your studies through specialized modules and a dissertation. Taught by internationally experienced staff, this program provides a solid foundation for both law and non-law graduates aspiring to succeed in the globalized and digitized world of corporate and commercial management.
The course covers essential legal and academic skills, alongside core themes in international business law, intellectual property, corporate governance, corporate social responsibility, and international commercial arbitration. A significant component is the LLM Dissertation, allowing for in-depth research in a chosen area of international corporate and commercial law.
Graduates are prepared for diverse roles in the legal field, with previous alumni pursuing careers such as Paralegal, Solicitor, Barrister, Costs Lawyer, Local Government Officer, and Chartered Legal Executive. The program's skills are highly valued in the global corporate and commercial sectors.
For applicants whose first language is not English, meeting the minimum English language requirements is necessary. Pre-sessional English programmes are available if requirements are not met.
Tuition fees for subsequent years may increase due to inflation or government policy. Please refer to the university's fees page for detailed information.
Applicants should have an Honours degree with a 2:2 or above in any subject. Other qualifications or relevant experience may be considered, with suitability assessed via an interview.
International applicants whose first language is not English need an IELTS score of 6.0 overall, with 6.0 in writing and no element lower than 5.5. Pre-sessional English programmes are available if these requirements are not met.
The tuition fee for international students is £18,700 per year. Tuition fees for subsequent years may increase due to inflation or government policy.
The full-time duration for the International Corporate and Commercial Law LLM is 1 year.
Graduates are prepared for various legal roles such as Paralegal, Solicitor, Barrister, and Local Government Officer. The program's skills are highly valued in the global corporate and commercial sectors.