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LLM International Commercial Law with Professional Experience
Coventry - UK
INTAKE: September
Program Overview
The LLM International Commercial Law program at Coventry University covers a wide range of topics related to commercial law, international trade, and business regulations.
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International Commercial Contracts: Studying the formation and execution of commercial contracts across international borders.
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International Trade Law: Exploring legal frameworks governing international trade, including the UN Convention on Contracts for the International Sale of Goods (CISG).
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International Investment Law: Analyzing the legal aspects of foreign investments and investor-state dispute settlement.
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Cross-Border Transactions: Examining legal issues in cross-border mergers, acquisitions, and joint ventures.
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Intellectual Property Law: Understanding the protection and enforcement of intellectual property rights in a global context.
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Commercial Dispute Resolution: Exploring methods of resolving commercial disputes, including litigation and arbitration.
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Corporate Governance: Studying principles of corporate governance and the legal responsibilities of directors and shareholders.
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Regulatory Compliance: Understanding the legal requirements and challenges of international business compliance.
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Financial Law and Regulation: Analyzing the legal framework of financial transactions and financial institutions.
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Legal Research and Dissertation: Undertaking independent legal research on a specific topic and completing a dissertation.
Location
Coventry - UK
Score
IELTS 6.5
Tuition Fee
£ 24050
Postgraduate Entry Requirements:
- Applicants should have successfully completed a bachelor's degree or its equivalent from a recognized institution with a minimum overall score of 55 to 60% or equivalent.
- English language proficiency is required, and applicants must provide evidence of their English language skills through an approved language test.
- IELTS: A minimum overall score of 6.5 with no individual component below 6.0.
- TOEFL: A minimum overall score of 88, with at least 19 in Listening, Reading, Speaking, and Writing.
- PTE Academic: A minimum overall score of 65 with no individual score below 59.
- Some postgraduate programs may have specific subject prerequisites or additional requirements.
Students must provide:
- academic marksheets & transcripts
- letters of recommendation
- a personal statement - SOP
- passport
- other supporting documents as required by the university.
Work experience: Some postgraduate courses may require relevant work experience in the field.
It is important to note that meeting the minimum entry requirements does not guarantee admission, as the university considers factors such as availability of places and competition for the program. Additionally, some courses may have higher entry requirements or additional selection criteria, such as interviews or portfolio submissions.
Coventry University offers a range of scholarships and bursaries to the international students, based on academic merit and financial need.
- Future Global Leaders Scholarship: This scholarship is available for undergraduate and postgraduate students and covers up to 50% of the tuition fees. It is awarded based on academic excellence, extracurricular activities, and leadership skills.
- Sports Scholarships: Coventry University offers sports scholarships to students who excel in their chosen sport. The scholarship covers financial support, coaching, and access to university sports facilities.
- Commonwealth Shared Scholarship Scheme: This scholarship is available for postgraduate students from developing Commonwealth countries who wish to study in the UK. It covers tuition fees, living expenses, and airfare.
- GREAT Scholarships: Coventry University is a partner of the GREAT Scholarship Scheme, which offers scholarships to students from selected countries. The scholarship covers up to £10,000 of tuition fees.
- Coventry University Academic Performance Scholarship: This scholarship is available for postgraduate students and offers a discount of up to £2,000 on the tuition fees for students who achieve a high academic performance.
- Coventry University Alumni Discount: Coventry University offers a 15% discount on the tuition fees for international students who have previously studied at the university.
It is important to note that eligibility criteria, application deadlines, and award amounts vary for each scholarship.
The LLM International Commercial Law (with Professional Experience) program equips graduates with specialized legal knowledge and practical experience, making them valuable assets to various organizations in the legal and business sectors.
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Corporate Lawyer: Graduates can work as corporate lawyers, advising businesses on international legal matters.
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International Trade Consultant: Graduates can provide legal consultancy services to companies engaged in international trade.
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In-house Counsel: Graduates can be employed as in-house legal counsel for multinational corporations.
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Commercial Arbitrator/Mediator: Graduates can work as commercial arbitrators or mediators to resolve international business disputes.
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Legal Compliance Officer: Graduates can ensure organizational compliance with international business laws and regulations.
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Legal Researcher: Graduates can pursue research roles in legal institutions or think tanks.
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Government Legal Advisor: Graduates can provide legal advice to government agencies on international trade and commerce.
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Academic Career: Graduates can choose to pursue academic roles in law schools or universities.
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International Business Consultant: Graduates can advise businesses on legal aspects of entering foreign markets.
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Legal Analyst: Graduates can work as legal analysts, assessing the impact of legal changes on businesses.
