International Commercial Law LLM
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    International Commercial Law LLM

    University of Birmingham
    University of Birmingham
    United Kingdom
    United Kingdom, Birmingham
    University Rank:#80
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    Duration1 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    GBP 37,313 / Year
    Next IntakeJuly 1, 2026

    International Commercial Law LLM

    About

    Course overview

    International commercial law is key for global business and market growth. Become a trusted expert in this vital area of law.

    Learn about international business operations and how laws control trade and finance globally. This course is ideal if you're looking to use your legal knowledge to work in business and tackle worldwide challenges.

    Course structure

    The course runs over 12 months full-time. You can also study this programme on a part-time basis.

    September - December (11 weeks)

    Full-time students normally take three modules per term in the first two terms.

    There are two hours of seminar time per module per week, and an emphasis on guided independent learning.

    One-third of your degree is your dissertation. You begin planning and submit a proposal for your dissertation during term one.

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    Course details for prospective students on our LLM International Commercial Law Postgraduate taught masters degree programme at the University of Birmingham.

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    Holders of a Bachelors degree of four years duration from a recognised university in the Saudi Arabia will be considered for postgraduate study. Holders of Bachelors degree will normally be expected to have achieved a GPA of 3.0/4, 3.75/5 or 75% for 2:1 equivalency or 2.8/4, 3.5/5 or 70% for 2:2 equivalency.

    Applicants for postgraduate research programmes should hold a Bachelors degree and a Masters degree, with a GPA of 3.0/4.0 or 75% from a recognised institution to be considered. Applicants with lower grades than this may be considered on an individual basis.

    English Program Requirements

    If you are an international student, you will need to demonstrate you have a suitable level of English proficiency, usually through the form of an IELTS or equivalent qualification.

    For this course we require IELTS 6.5 with no less than 6.0 in any band, which is equivalent to:

    • TOEFL: 88 overall with no less than 21 in Reading, 20 Listening, 22 Speaking and 21 in Writing
    • Pearson Test of English (PTE): Academic 67 with no less than 64 in all four skills
    • Cambridge English: C1 Advanced - minimum overall score of 176, with no less than 169 in any component
    • LanguageCert ESOL SELT (UKVI): B2 'Communicator' with no less than 33 in each skill

    Career

    Career opportunities

    By studying a postgraduate degree in Law at Birmingham, you’ll develop transferable skills suited to a range of career paths.

    These skills include the ability to present a strong argument, research and analytical skills, excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to work independently.

    Law graduates enter many roles, including:

    • Paralegal
    • Legal Engineer
    • Probation Services Officer
    • Lawyer

    Employers our Law graduates have worked for include:

    • HCB Solicitors Ltd
    • Deutsche Bank
    • Irwin Mitchell Solicitors

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee
    37,313 / year

    International Commercial Law LLM

    University of Birmingham

    University of Birmingham

    United Kingdom

    United Kingdom, Birmingham

    Go to Official Website