Course summary
Our LLM in International Business Law is an innovative programme that offers you the opportunity to develop your analytical skills and expertise in the legal framework which governs international business transactions. Delivered by a specialist team of highly qualified academics and scholars, the design of the course is informed by a problem-solving approach to learning the legal rules which regulate a wide range of international business activities, from cross-border trade in goods and services to transnational carriage of goods, and international banking and finance. The rapid pace of developments in technology calls for transnational legal responses in solving new and emerging problems affecting the regulatory framework for international business. This course incorporates a holistic approach to the study of contemporary international business law and practice, thus equipping you with the academic abilities and employability skills which are relevant for a successful career in the general world of global business.
Modules
Core modules Legal and Academic Skills International Business Law and Practice LLM Dissertation International Business Law Option modules may include International Human Rights Law International Law Climate Change Law International Commercial Arbitration Intellectual Property Law and Global Markets International Banking Law Equality, Law and Justice International Criminal Law International Environmental Law International Corporate Governance Law of the World Trade Organisation Cross-border Insolvency Law Corporate Social Responsibility International Protection of Refugees and Forced Migration Renewable Energy Law Oil and Gas Law International Humanitarian Law International Children’s Rights
Assessment method
Tutors are experts in their field and with many having practical experience in industry and the professions which helps combine your academic knowledge with practical application. Many aspects of teaching and assessment are grounded in real life situations.
Entry requirements
Entry requirements for this course are normally: * An Honours degree (2:2 or above) in any subject. * Other experience or qualifications that demonstrate appropriate knowledge and skills at graduate level may be acceptable. Suitability for acceptance onto the course will be assessed through interview.
English language requirements
If your first language is not English, you will need to meet the minimum requirements of an English Language qualification. The minimum for IELTS is 6.0 overall with a minimum of 6.0 in writing and no element lower than 5.5, or equivalent. If you have alternative qualifications or do not meet the IELTS requirement we also offer a range of Pre-Sessional English Programmes (https://www.hud.ac.uk/international/pre-sessional-english/).
Read more about the University’s entry requirements for students outside of the UK on our 'Where are you from?' information pages.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £8900 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £8900 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £8900 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £8900 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £8900 | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £8900 | Year 1 |
| EU | £18700 | Year 1 |
| International | £18700 | Year 1 |
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
Tuition fees for UK students will cover the cost of your study at the University. For more information about funding, fees and finance for UK students, including what your tuition fee covers, please see our Fees and Finance - https://www.hud.ac.uk/postgraduate/fees-and-finance/
Please note that tuition fees for subsequent years of study may rise in line with inflation (RPI-X).
If you are an EU or international student coming to study at the University of Huddersfield, please visit the International Fees and Finance pages for full details of tuition fees and support available - https://www.hud.ac.uk/international/fees-and-funding/
Please email the Student Finance Office ([email protected]) or call 01484 472210 for more information about fees and finance.
Provider information
University of Huddersfield
Queensgate
Huddersfield
HD1 3DH