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International Commercial Law at University of Reading - UCAS

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2025 - 20262026 - 2027
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Course summary

Combine the study of law and business with our LLM International Commercial Law. This interdisciplinary course is taught by the School of Law and the ICMA Centre, part of the renowned Henley Business School. Choose LLM International Commercial Law at the University of Reading:

  • the UK's 17th highest ranked law school for employer reputation (QS World University Subject Rankings 2025)
  • the joint 25th highest ranked UK law school (QS World University Subject Rankings 2025).
We prepare you to graduate with a diverse portfolio and skill set through our:
  • practice-focused approach. Develop valuable links with employers, gain real-world experience, and embed your learning in professional practice.
  • focus on research intensity. Advance your research skills with the support of experienced academics. You'll be in good company: 99% of our research is of international standing (Research Excellence Framework 2021, combining 4*, 3* and 2* submissions – Law).
For more information, please visit the programme page: https://www.reading.ac.uk/ready-to-study/study/subject-area/law-pg/llm-international-commercial-law

Modules

Sample modules may include:

  • Advanced International Commercial Law Issues
  • International Banking and Finance Law
  • Legal Aspects of Corporate Rescue
  • Emerging Issues in Data Protection and Copyright Law
  • International Organisations and Global Governance.
These are the modules that we currently offer for 2025/26 entry. They may be subject to change as we regularly review our module offerings to ensure they’re informed by the latest research and teaching methods. Please note that the University cannot guarantee that all optional modules will be available to all students who may wish to take them.

Entry requirements

Entry requirements: Normally a good undergraduate honours degree (2:1 or above) in Law, Economics, Finance and Business Finance or equivalent from a university outside the UK. Applicants who have a 2:2 plus 3 years relevant work experience (and/or have passed the Bar exam) will also be considered. Applicants who have a 2:2 with less experience and/or higher marks in some law modules may also be considered and are welcome to apply. IELTS: 6.5 overall with no element less than 5.5 (or equivalent).

Fees and funding

Tuition fees

England £12050 Whole course
Northern Ireland £12050 Whole course
Scotland £12050 Whole course
Wales £12050 Whole course
Channel Islands £12050 Whole course
Republic of Ireland £12050 Whole course
EU £26450 Whole course
International £26450 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

New UK/Republic of Ireland students: £12,050. If you study part time over two years, your fees will be calculated at 50% of the annual full-time fee in each year. Fees will increase each year according to inflation (up to 4%) and will be rounded up to the nearest £50. New international students: £26,450. If you study part time over two years, your fees will be calculated at 50% of the annual full-time fee in each year. Fees will increase each year according to inflation (up to 4%) and will be rounded up to the nearest £50.
International Commercial Law at University of Reading - UCAS