LLM International and Comparative Law

The LLM International and Comparative Law is an innovative, flexible programme that will provide you with an in-depth knowledge of international and comparative law in practice. You will explore the main legal families worldwide and the roles of legal personnel and courts within each family type. You’ll also have the opportunity to explore the issues of legal transplantation and convergence and consider comparative legal principles in the context of case studies selected from different fields of private law.; When you study the LLM International and Comparative Law with us you will:; Please note that, due to Home Office regulations, students who require a Student Route visa to study with us are not permitted to study online and can only choose face-to-face taught modules.

Students should possess a UK undergraduate degree in any subject at 2:2 or above, or an equivalent qualification.A compulsory two week induction is required for all students, unless they can evidence the successful completion of either:an LLB or equivalent; ora minimum of 3 legal modules, worth at least 80 QCFcredits that must include;English Legal SystemContract LawLaw of TortNon-standard EntryROUTE A:You possess an undergraduate degree with a grade below that of a 2:2 (3rd or Ordinary)AND EITHERA professional qualification at level 6 or above from a business professional body, e.g. CIM, CMI, CFA, ACCA, CIMA, CIPD, etcORAt least two years of proven professional work experience with two professional referencesROUTE B:Please note this route is only available for applicants who do not require a UK Student Route Visa to study with the University.You possess no formal qualifications. You will need to provide 5 years of proven professional work experience that is linked to your intended area of study. You must also provide at least one professional reference, that must include being from your most recent employer and links to your intended area of study. You may also be required to attend a formal interview.