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LLM Law - Commercial Law
Bristol - Clifton
INTAKE: September
Program Overview
The LLM Law - Commercial Law program at the University of Bristol covers a wide range of topics related to commercial law and business practices.
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Commercial Contracts: Students delve into the principles of drafting, interpreting, and enforcing commercial contracts.
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Corporate Governance: The program explores the legal framework governing corporate structures, responsibilities, and accountability.
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International Trade Law: Students gain insights into the regulations governing international trade and cross-border transactions.
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Competition Law: The program examines the legal principles aimed at promoting fair competition and preventing anticompetitive practices.
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Intellectual Property Law: Students study the protection and management of intellectual property rights in the commercial context.
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Financial Law: The program covers the legal aspects of financial transactions, banking, and financial markets.
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Commercial Dispute Resolution: Students learn about various methods of resolving commercial disputes, including litigation, arbitration, and mediation.
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Regulatory Compliance: The program addresses the legal requirements that businesses must comply with in their operations.
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Legal Research and Writing: Students develop strong research and writing skills, essential for legal practice and academia.
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Industry-Relevant Insights: Lecturers and practitioners from the legal profession offer industry insights through guest lectures and workshops.
Location
Bristol - Clifton
Score
IELTS 7
Tuition Fee
£ 24700
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 65% 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.
- TOEFL: A minimum overall score of 85, with at least 20 in Listening, 20 in Reading, 21 in Speaking, and 20 in Writing.
- PTE Academic: A minimum overall score of 65 with no individual score below 60.
- 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.
The University of Bristol offers a range of scholarship opportunities to both domestic and international students.
- Vice-Chancellor’s Scholarship: This scholarship is offered to high-achieving students who are starting their undergraduate or postgraduate studies at the University of Bristol. The scholarship covers full tuition fees and a maintenance allowance.
- Think Big Scholarship: This scholarship is awarded to international students who have demonstrated exceptional academic merit and potential.
- Sanctuary Scholarship: This scholarship is awarded to asylum seekers, refugees, and their immediate family members who are seeking an undergraduate or postgraduate degree at the University of Bristol. The scholarship covers full tuition fees and a maintenance allowance.
Graduates of the LLM Law - Commercial Law program have excellent career prospects in the legal and commercial sectors.
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Commercial Lawyer: Graduates can work as commercial lawyers, providing legal advice to businesses on various commercial transactions and legal issues.
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Corporate Counsel: Graduates may pursue roles as in-house counsel for corporations, handling legal matters related to corporate governance, contracts, and compliance.
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Trade and Investment Advisor: Graduates can become advisors on international trade and investment, assisting businesses in navigating global markets.
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Intellectual Property Specialist: Graduates may work in intellectual property law, advising on the protection and enforcement of IP rights.
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Compliance Officer: Graduates can become compliance officers, ensuring that businesses adhere to relevant laws and regulations.
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Arbitrator/Mediator: Graduates with an interest in dispute resolution can work as arbitrators or mediators, helping parties resolve commercial disputes.
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Academia and Research: Graduates may pursue further academic studies or research careers in commercial law and related fields.
