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MSc Legal Technology at The University of Law - UCAS

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Course summary

The Master of Sciences in Legal Technology is a postgraduate Master’s degree designed for law and non-law graduates who want to develop an in-depth knowledge of Legal Technology and how the legal landscape is being changed by technology. This exciting specialist field is perfect for the modern lawyer because it examines how innovative technologies are changing the way the legal sector operates. This internationally recognised Master’s can open up pathways to careers such as techno-ethicist, legal technologist, legal technology strategist, legal technology innovation specialist and more. Whether you want to progress within your existing firm, have plans to create your own start-up or simply want to know more about how technology is changing the legal landscape, this innovative, flexible law and technology degree will provide you with the knowledge to help you achieve your ambitions. When you study the MSc Legal Technology with us you will:

  • Stay ahead of the competition by gaining insight into the latest insights of this emerging and rapidly evolving area.
  • Be taught by our expert lecturers, including subject matter specialists, former and current practitioners, and research and teaching focused academics.
  • Focus on legal practice, not just theory.
  • Benefit from strategic partnerships with firms, regulators and accreditation bodies
  • Enjoy Flexibility - We understand that everyone’s circumstances are different. That’s why we offer a wide range of study modes (full-time, part-time, on campus, online) across our courses to provide you with the greatest choice and flexibility you need to succeed in your studies.
  • Improve your employability by gaining important transferable skills and mapping your career with our careers team.
  • Increase your earning potential - the 2022 Graduate Labour Market Statistics found that postgraduates on average earn £6,500 more than their graduate counterparts.
  • Take a look at our Centre of Excellence for Legal Technology, for more information about how you can benefit from our specialist programmes, strategic partnerships, expert teaching and resources to help you succeed in the field legal technology.
The award-linked module for this programme (Artificial Intelligence and Blockchain in Law) will consider how disruptive legal technologies are bringing about a fundamental shift in decision-making and shaping a new normal in legal practice operations. The module will look at the two key technologies facilitating this change: artificial intelligence and blockchain. This module will allow you to get hands-on with the technology, exploring how it works as well as the legal and regulatory issues its use presents. In addition to a general induction to the programme, there is a two-week induction covering the Key Principles of the English Legal System. This is compulsory for students with a non-law background. To help prepare you for your dissertation you’ll study a range of compulsory and further optional Research Methods Training sessions in your first terms. We also offer the Postgraduate Diploma (PG Dip) and Postgraduate Certificate (PG Cert) in Legal Technology if you would like to gain essential in-depth knowledge of Legal Technology without having to complete a dissertation.

Modules

Terms 1 & 2 (full-time) or 1-4 (part-time) You will complete: Artificial Intelligence and Blockchain in Law Research Methods Training (sessions throughout Terms 1 and 2 / 1-4) You may then choose three from the list of elective modules which includes modules such as: Corporate Governance and Disruptive Technology Cyberlaws Data Protection and Intellectual Property Technoethics in Law The Internet of Things Term 3 (full-time) or 5 & 6 (part-time) Dissertation in Legal Technology

Assessment method

Modules are assessed by a three hour unseen written examination or 4,500 word coursework assignment. Attendance at one of our UK campuses (or an approved overseas centre by prior arrangement) is required for all examinations, including for online study. The default campus location for online study is London. The dissertation module will be assessed by submission of a thesis (15,000 words). The dissertation provides an opportunity for sustained, in-depth and intensive investigation into, and reflection upon, a specialist area of Legal Technology.

Entry requirements

Students should possess a UK bachelor’s degree in any subject at 2:2 or above, or equivalent qualifications. Additional note for MSc Global Accounting Your degree must be in a numerate field (e.g. Accounting or Finance, or Business with Accounting or Finance, etc.) Students who have completed F1-F9 of ACCA are also eligible. English language requirements for applicants whose first language is not English An English language level equivalent to IELTS 6.5 or above, with a minimum of 5.5 in each component. Please see 'Alternative English language qualifications' section below for alternatives to IELTS.

Fees and funding

Tuition fees

EU £11350 Whole course
International £11350 Whole course
England £11350 Whole course
Northern Ireland £11350 Whole course
Scotland £11350 Whole course
Wales £11350 Whole course
Channel Islands £11350 Whole course
Republic of Ireland £11350 Whole course

Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .

Additional fee information

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MSc Legal Technology at The University of Law - UCAS