Course summary
The course is designed for both construction professionals and lawyers. Construction professionals will learn about the legal framework to the construction industry and engage on the legal processes involved in major construction projects, from commissioning to completion. Lawyers will gain a greater understanding of the processes and management of construction projects, as well as in-depth legal expertise relating to such projects. Full-time and part-time options available. Ranked 6th in the UK for Law (Times Good University Guide 2023)
Modules
Compulsory classes: Context of Construction (for Law graduates), Legal Process and the Law of Contact and Other Obligations (for non-Law graduates), Law of the Construction Industry, Law and Practice of Construction Management, Construction Dispute Resolution, Dissertation (Masters students only)
Assessment method
Assessment is based on your performance in coursework and/or the written exam papers. For those seeking award of the LLM you’ll need to complete a dissertation.
Entry requirements
First- or upper second-class Honours degree, or overseas equivalent, in a related discipline. Where an applicant has a lower second-class Honours degree in a relevant discipline, admission may be possible with suitable professional qualifications and/or considerable appropriate experience. Please note: a Law degree is not a prerequisite for entry to this course.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
No fee information has been provided for this course
Additional fee information
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Sponsorship information
There are several scholarship opportunities available for students applying for this course. Please see website for further details. https://www.strath.ac.uk/studywithus/scholarships/ https://www.strath.ac.uk/studywithus/scholarships/humanitiessocialsciencesscholarships/deansinternationalexcellenceawards/
Provider information
University of Strathclyde
McCance Building
16 Richmond Street
Glasgow
G1 1XQ