Employment Law and Practice

Entry requirements

Undergraduate degree in Law (or related discipline) with at least a First-Class or Second-Class Honours degree or international equivalent.

There are opportunities for prior learning to be brought into this programme. Each application will need to be discussed on an individual basis and then reviewed by the university.

More information and details can be found on our Recognition of Prior Learning application process webpages.

Months of entry

September

Course content

Employment law is fundamental to many aspects of our daily lives. It provides a framework for businesses to operate positive working environments, facilitating progress and success. It also protects individuals from unfair treatment and discrimination at work. This area of law is focused around people and as a result, it is constantly developing and changing. This programme allows you to enhance your knowledge of the law and its practical application through every stage of the employment journey as well as building your legal skills further by tailoring your programme of study to align with your career prospects and aspirations.

This course will develop your understanding and application of employment law, in practice. You will gain insight into the various contexts in which employment law is relevant including commercial, societal and political perspectives. You will investigate legal problems, learn how to implement solutions across various workplace environments, and acquire the expertise needed to litigate and settle claims in the Employment Tribunal.

With this, you will develop a variety of core skills including research, drafting, writing and negotiation whilst enhancing your analytical skills to investigate legal problems and scenarios, building a critical awareness of subject matter. You will have the opportunity to consider issues arising at all stages of the employment journey from employment status through to termination. You will consider the practical problems that are faced by individuals and organisations, with particular focus on the professional relationship between employees and employers.

This programme is ideal for graduates who wish to specialise in employment law and/or professionals who are involved in managing employment relationships.

Information for international students

Please note: this course is no longer accepting applications from international students for September 2023 entry.

IELTS - 6.5 or equivalent [with a minimum of 5.5 in subtests]

The University also accepts a range of internationally recognised English tests.

If you do not meet the English language requirements, the University offers a range of English language preparation programmes.

During your degree programme you can study additional English Language courses. This means you can continue to improve your English Language skills and gain a higher level of English.

Fees and funding

It's important to plan carefully for your funding before you start your course. Please be aware that not all postgraduate courses and not all students are eligible for the UK government postgraduate loans and, in some cases, you would be expected to source alternative funding yourself. If you need support researching your funding options, please contact our Financial Support Team.

SCHOLARSHIPS

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