LLM in Commercial Law
University of Bristol Law School
Key Information
Campus location
Bristol, United Kingdom
Languages
English
Study format
On-Campus
Duration
1 - 2 year
Pace
Full time, Part time
Tuition fees
GBP 26,700 / per year *
Application deadline
01 Jul 2024
Earliest start date
Aug 2024
* Overseas full-time
Introduction
Overview
Our LLM in Commercial Law will give you access to one of the most important legal fields for global business - an area of law that is constantly evolving and innovating. There is a growing demand for graduates with knowledge and skills that embrace the challenges and opportunities presented by law in a global environment.
Our LLM programmes are well-respected by leading international law firms. This is one of our most popular programmes and offers in-depth, intensive study of specialist commercial and industrial topics from European business and international trade to aspects of domestic commerce.
You will be challenged and inspired by academics with significant expertise and who are dedicated to progressive and innovative thinking around business enterprise, with those teaching the course all part of the Law School's Centre for Private and Commercial Law.
The intellectually demanding curriculum will allow you to demonstrate excellent legal, analytical and research skills and be empowered to pursue top-flight careers in a variety of sectors. On this programme you will also develop in-depth commercial awareness.
The LLM in Commercial Law has particular appeal for individuals looking to forge ahead in the legal, business and finance sectors, or as a specialist in-house lawyer.
Ranked #3 in the UK for legal research excellence (REF 2021)
Admissions
Curriculum
Course structure
We have a large and vibrant international community and University of Bristol LLM students benefit from small class sizes. Our exciting range of optional units reflect the expertise of our globally renowned academics and an opportunity to further specialise your degree.
You will take four units (120 credit points overall, 30 credit points each) and a compulsory dissertation (60 credit points). You have the option of choosing three specialist Commercial Law units and one unit from another LLM programme.
Visit our programme catalogue for full details of the structure and unit content for our LLM in Commercial Law.
Scholarships and Funding
Alumni discount
University of Bristol students and graduates can benefit from a 25% reduction in tuition fees for postgraduate study. Check your eligibility for an alumni discount.
Funding for 2024/25
Information about funding and scholarships can be found on the University of Bristol Law School fees and funding webpages. This includes information about the Law School's Think Big about Global Justice Scholarships, open to international postgraduate students.
Further information on funding for prospective UK and international postgraduate students.
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Career Opportunities
Careers
Graduating from Bristol will open doors for careers in a variety of sectors. Suitable for law graduates, this LLM will help:
- develop and deepen understanding of commercial law,
- build transferable skills,
- provide a springboard into a diverse range of careers,
- boost prospects for those already working in related fields.
- deliver a solid first step towards a research career.
Please visit our careers and employability webpage for more information about the support and opportunities we provide during your studies.
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