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LLM Commercial Law

Commerce and trade exert some of the most powerful influences on human activity, and commercial relationships reflect a constantly evolving world. The study of Commercial Law from the University of Birmingham provides an excellent opportunity to immerse yourself in the field.

Quick Facts

  
Duration: 1 year (Full-Time)
2 years (Part-Time)
Starting in: September
Tuition Fee: £21,960 per year
Location: Birmingham, United Kingdom

Understanding the principles and challenges of commercial transactions and the regulatory regime for business is essential for anybody who pursues a career in this area.

On the Commercial Law pathway from the University of Birmingham, you will grasp the principles and foundations of the commercial law but also examine key current developments and areas of innovation. This programme is ideally suited to students wishing to specialise in English commercial law. Birmingham Law School has a leading reputation for excellence in its research and teaching in this area and the modules available on the Commercial Law pathway draw on these strengths.

Courses included:

  • Banking Law
  • Business Tax
  • Commercial Conflicts of Law
  • Company Law
  • Financing of International Trade
  • International Corporate Governance

“The transition from undergrad to postgrad can be a big step up in terms of workload and what is expected of you, but there is so much support available to you as a postgrad student, from academic writing support (if you’ve been out of education for a few years or just want a bit of extra help) to mental health and wellbeing services. The careers support is fantastic – the uni puts on employer fairs throughout the year and you have access to one on one support from the Careers Network team, who can help you develop your skills ready for your next step!”

Emma Sutton // PhD Psychology

Careers

Our graduates move onto a diverse range of careers, with many going on to work in top law schools and law firms. Some examples of where our recent graduates have gone on to work include: Linklaters LLP, 5 Pump Court Chambers, Bar Pro Bono Unit and Squire Patton Boggs. A number of our postgraduate students go directly from Birmingham to complete the Legal Practice Course or the Bar Professional Training Course.

Requirements

  • Applicants should have a good Honours degree in law, or a degree in another discipline augmented with a pass in the Common Professional Examination.
  • Academic requirements: we accept a range of qualifications from different countries use our handy guide below to see what qualifications we accept from your country.

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