LLM International Commercial Law
| Course title: | LLM International Commercial Law |
| Apply: | direct to the University |
| Start (ft): | September/ February |
| Mode: | full-time |
| Duration: | 1 year full-time |
| Location: | Putteridge Bury campus |
| Faculty: | The Business School |
| Department: | School of Law |
Summary
Studying Law at Bedfordshire offers you the opportunity not only to gain an understanding of the law and the various legal systems, but also to develop a range of complementary skills.
This course is designed to focus on commercial legal matters, and uses contemporary examples and real world commercial situations to inform your understanding. It goes beyond the study of normal English commercial and contract law.
It is aimed at those who wish to pursue a legal career in business or commerce, but will also be relevant for those wishing to practice in any legal environment.
You will develop a deep understanding of the principles and rules of law and legal processes in a commercial setting.
Specifically, you will develop your skills and knowledge in relation to complex problems and legal issues in the context of international commercial transactions and disputes.
Our experienced and supportive teaching team will also help you to increase your use of independent and original thinking on legal matters, your oral and written communication skills and your ability to develop a creative approach to your studies.
You will learn to handle confidently and respond effectively to law reform, whether statutory
or common law, and acquire the ability to interpret and apply legal principles in a commercial environment.
Why choose this course?
The School of Law has been commended by the Quality Assurance Agency (QAA), which was particularly impressed that our students were so quick to praise the quality of teaching.
We endeavour to stretch the student experience beyond simply the academic stage of training future lawyers.
We also offer a rich and diverse learning environment that will equip you for the modern commercial world.
Career Opportunities
On successful completion of the LLM International Commercial Law you will be equipped with the skills and knowledge to confidently pursue a career in law.
Assessment
The course consists of a mixture of assessments ranging from in-course assessments, portfolio work and an end of year dissertation of 20,000 words to be completed under supervision.
Further details about the course
Areas of study include:
Legal Research and Methodology
Comparative English and European Legal Systems
Comparative Elements of English and Chinese
Commercial Law
Alternative Dispute Resolution
Business Taxation
Equal Opportunities Law
Dissertation
Entry requirements
You should normally have a good honours law degree or equivalent.
Find out more
For detailed information about the content of this programme, please contact the Programme Manager Tariq Khan.
E: tariq.khan@beds.ac.uk
T: +44 (0)1582 743161
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