International Commercial Law

Course Details

International Commercial Law (LLM) reflects international business that is full of diversity, innovation, and contemporary relevance. This programme is constantly being reviewed in collaboration with employers, professional bodies of government and corporate job markets, as well as student feedback. Students can find a wide range of modules regarding competition law, public procurement law, intellectual property law, international trade, and so on.

That is why, students can get an opportunity to tailor the degree matching with their area of interests and career goals. The sessions will be conducted by specialists in Commercial Law Centers, which ensures the information provided in teaching is informed by the latest researches and their findings.

Usually the universities offer this course with a dissertation of around 60 credits and another 60-90 credits for theoretical topics. Some universities may offer research methodology course which usually carries 15-20 credits depending on universities individual module design.

On post graduate level, students will get an intense academic knowledge on these areas-

• International Human Rights Law
• International Trade Law
• Public Shipping Law
• Banking and Finance Law
• E-Commerce Law
• Employment Law
• Oil and Gas Law
• Business, Human Rights and the Environment-etc.

Some universities provide online boards where students can see a wide range of ideas of their selected field. Apart from the academic learnings students will find job Shop advisers, who are always available to help students to take the next step in the job market. Depending on the Careers Gyms of several universities, students get a knowledge on offering group workshops on CVs, interview techniques and finding work experience.

Available UK Universities for International Commercial Law

Here are some renowned universities according to the QS and THE (Times Higher Education) ranking who offer Conflict, Security & Development course:

• University of Oxford
• Kings College London
• London School of Economics
• University of York
• University of Birmingham
• Lancaster University
• University of Leeds

Along with these institutes, there are also some universities who offer the same course with affordability. These are-

• University of Sussex
• University of Greenwich
• University of Bradford
• University of Plymouth- and many more.

Entry Requirements

Candidates should bear in mind that the graduate admissions process for this course is highly competitive. This means a student may not secure a place if the academic qualifications are below the minimum entry requirements for this course, as meeting the minimum entry requirements does not necessarily ensures of offering a place.

• IELTS: At least 6.5, and a minimum score of 5.5 in each element of the test.
• TOEFL: 100 overall with 20 in each of the skills.
• Oxford International English Test Centre (OIETC): Overall grade B2+

As some English language proficiency tests such as IELTS test results are accepted not more than two years older, the English Language test report are suggested to be valid on the start date of the course.

In order to take up a place on this course, one must be able to demonstrate English language proficiency at the university’s standard or higher level. Some universities does not require to provide test scores while submitting the application. Some universities offer an online based pre-sessional English course if a student has taken a language test result within the past two years.

Academic Qualifications

A bachelor degree with a 2:2 (Lower second class hons.) or a non-UK equivalent in with at least 50% of the credits in law are encouraged to apply. Relevant experience in law farms or personal practitioners with necessary certifications will also be taken into account.

All applications are assessed by a committee of academic practitioners. That is why the entire process may take on average eight weeks. Applicants will include a CV (Resume) or evidence of professional registration as part of their application. A 4000 character’s statement of purpose (SOP) along with all certificates and academic documents will be attached with the Language proficiency certificate.

Fees and Scholarships

The UK universities offer plenty of scholarships and fundings in postgraduate studies for international students. Scholarships, funding, and on campus jobs are available in universities depending on individual’s qualifications matching with universities criteria.

Some of the available scholarships are-

• Commonwealth Scholarships for Developing Commonwealth Countries
• Commonwealth Masters Scholarships
• British Chevening Scholarship
• Academic Excellence Scholarships
• British Council scholarship for women in STEM – and many more university and departmental scholarships.

Employability

This course is applicable for the professional practice of international commercial law. Students who are eager to develop professional skills and experience as well as academic knowledge, they can be effective from this course. While exiting the course, students will be encouraged and supported to seek relevant legal placements alongside the relevant studies.

This course serves as an advanced degree in law, so students existing knowledge of basic principles, concepts and theories, will be combined with this specialism which will provide them a good head start.

An LLM is also beneficial if the practitioners want to go into teaching law. The salary range of initial to intermediate level position holders can reach approximate £22,000 to £30,000 yearly. Apart from these, there are a vast range of job opportunities that are given below-

• Academic Research
• Civil Service
• Non-Governmental Organizations
• NATO and UN
• Legal executive in think tanks and beyond

Candidates who are thriving for the specialized skills will need to contribute to the assurance of fair, equitable and profitable ventures in a commercial landscape.