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Why study the MSc Construction Law & Dispute Resolution course at Leeds Beckett University?

100% of MSc Construction Law & Dispute Resolution graduates in work or further study 15 months after graduation*
We hold Recognised Course Provider status from the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (CIArb)
Industry experienced teaching team with support from active practitioners including construction solicitors, barristers, arbitrators, adjudicators and mediators
Flexible part-time distance study through our virtual learning environment
Industry body links through the Society of Construction Law

*Percentage of respondents from this course, HESA Graduate Outcomes 21-22

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Entry requirements

Applicants are required to meet one of the following:

Hold at least a second class honours degree in the cognate subjects of Law or Construction
Hold at least a second class honours degree in a non-cognate subject and demonstrate an aptitude for the subject applied for in the supporting information
Hold an equivalent professional qualification (i.e., chartered status with RICS, CIOB, ICE)
Have equivalent work experience, for example, a HND in an appropriate discipline together with construction experience at managerial level.

All applications should be supported by a reference, either academic or professional; you can download our reference template for completion.

All applicants should satisfy our English Language requirements. Please note the IELTS requirement for this course are IELTS 7.0 with no skill below 7.0. Further details about acceptable equivalent qualifications can be found on our International Student information pages.

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MSc

Construction Law and Dispute Resolution

Entry requirements

Applicants are required to meet one of the following:

Hold at least a second class honours degree in the cognate subjects of Law or Construction
Hold at least a second class honours degree in a non-cognate subject and demonstrate an aptitude for the subject applied for in the supporting information
Hold an equivalent professional qualification (i.e., chartered status with RICS, CIOB, ICE)
Have equivalent work experience, for example, a HND in an appropriate discipline together with construction experience at managerial level.

All applications should be supported by a reference, either academic or professional; you can download our reference template for completion.

All applicants should satisfy our English Language requirements. Please note the IELTS requirement for this course are IELTS 7.0 with no skill below 7.0. Further details about acceptable equivalent qualifications can be found on our International Student information pages.

IELTS

All applicants should satisfy our English Language requirements. Please note the IELTS requirement for this course are IELTS 7.0 with no skill below 7.0. Further details about acceptable equivalent qualifications can be found on our International Student information pages.

Selection Criteria

We may use selection criteria based on your personal attributes; experience and/or commitment to the area of study. This information will be derived from your personal statement and reference and will only be used if you have met the general entry requirements.

English Requirements

PTEMin 54
IELTSMin 6
TOEFLMin 89

Career

Career prospects

There’s a lot to consider when choosing a course. Take a look at the team you’ll be working with, employability statistics and career prospects to help make up your mind.

Career Prospects

You'll acquire the academic training essential to develop your career in adjudication, arbitration and mediation, or as a dispute resolution or claims consultant. Your course is specifically designed for the construction industry, but many of the dispute resolution skills you develop will be transferable across other industries.

Construction solicitor
Construction practitioner
Contract administrator
Claims consultant

100%

100% of MSc Construction Law & Dispute Resolution graduates in work or further study 15 months after graduation*

*Percentage of respondents from this course, HESA Graduate Outcomes 21-22

School of Built Environment, Engineering and Computing Careers Fair Our School holds a Careers Fair which is attended by over 25 major employers from the Civil Engineering, Construction, Architecture and Planning sectors giving you the opportunity to secure graduate roles, placements and part-time employment.

Beckett Careers Team

Our careers service is not just there for undergraduates, we support our postgraduate taught and research students too.

Your postgraduate degree will boost your CV and help you stand out from the crowd. Whether you're just starting out on your chosen career path, changing careers or moving to the next level, we can provide you with expert advice and resources to help you take the next steps to achieving your goals.

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Fee Information

Tuition Fee

15,215 / year

Construction Law and Dispute Resolution,MSc