Master of Laws LLM in International Commercial Law

Entry requirements

We will consider applicants with a 2:2 Honours degree or above (or equivalent) in Law (or a degree with a substantial legal component). While we normally only consider applicants who meet this criteria, if you are coming from a different academic background which is equivalent to degree level, or have relevant work experience in legal professions, we would welcome your application.

Please also see our guidance on essential documentation required for an initial decision on taught programme applications.

Months of entry

September

Course content

• Immerse yourself in the ever-evolving world of international commercial law with our LLM programme.
• Delve into the contemporary challenges and problems that businesses face and explore legal and regulatory solutions.
• Customise your course to align with your interests and career goals. Choose from a variety of optional modules, including topical areas such as climate change, artificial intelligence and data protection.
• Develop your research skills by joining one of our research centres and become an active member of our vibrant research community.
• Learn from renowned academics and be a part of a dynamic academic environment that attracts students from all over the world.

International Commercial Law is a vast and evolving field of law that governs and regulates the commercial activities of businesses nationally, internationally and across borders. Our programme delivers an in-depth and rigorous curriculum that focuses on international commercial law, regulation and governance.

You will study current issues relating to commercial and corporate law, banking and finance, international economic law, and environmental, social and corporate governance (ESG). You will take part in interactive seminars, thought-provoking discussions and critical debates with your peers and academics from across the world, giving you unique insight and global perspectives into contemporary law.

Alongside the dissertation, you’ll choose from an array of optional modules to equip you with the knowledge required for your future career in international commercial law and business. Our modules have been tailored to the contemporary challenges and problems that businesses face and explore legal and regulatory solutions in an ever-changing global economy.

Information for international students

Fees and funding

We invest heavily in scholarships for talented prospective Masters students. This is in addition to the UK Government’s Postgraduate Loan Scheme. For information on how you can fund your postgraduate degree at the University of Exeter, please visit the postgraduate study pages on our website.