International Financial Law LLM

    International Financial Law LLM

    Duration1 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    GBP 31,227 / Year
    Next IntakeSeptember 1, 2026

    International Financial Law LLM

    About

    International financial law plays a central role in global business transactions due to the increasing dependence of the world’s economies on the financial system. As a result, there’s an increasing demand for professionals with expertise in international financial law.

    On this course, you’ll learn from today’s leading lawyers whose research underpins their teaching. You’ll:

    • gain an insight into regulatory issues affecting major transactions in global financial markets
    • learn to interpret and draft complex international financial contracts
    • find out about fintech regulation, including cryptocurrencies
    • explore international capital and liquidity rules applicable to banks
    • engage with domestic and international developments from practical, regulatory and policy perspectives on financial and corporate law.

    This course prepares you for your future career. It has skills training at its core, helping you approach legal problems logically. You’ll develop a comprehensive understanding of:

    • the financial services industry
    • how to identify and prevent money laundering
    • sustainable and green finance

    And, Brighton hosts the headquarters of some major international financial corporations and is only an hour from London, one of Europe’s financial capitals. This gives you direct access to a highly valuable network of professional contacts and prospective employers.

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    Degree requirementsBachelors degree with a minimum CGPA of 3.0/5.0 or 2.8/4.0.Subject-specific requirementsYour qualification should normally be in law or a relevant subject such as economics, finance, international relations, political science, history, criminology, criminal justice or sociology. You may still be considered if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You may also be considered for the course if you have other professional qualifications or experience of equivalent standing.Please noteOur entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis.

    English Requirements

    • PTEMin 59
    • IELTSMin 6
    • TOEFLMin 80

    English Program Requirements

    IELTS (Academic)

    Standard level (6.0 overall, including at least 5.5 in each component).

    IELTS scores are valid for two years from the test date. You cannot combine scores from more than one sitting of the test. Your score must be valid when you begin your Sussex course. Find out more about IELTS

    We accept IELTS One Skills Retake.

    We do not accept IELTS Online.

    Check full details of our English Language requirements and find out more about some of the alternative English language qualifications listed below

    Alternative English language qualifications

    Career

    Careers

    This course gives you a solid formation in the field of international financial law and practice. You will be prepared to start/continue a successful career in areas such as:

    • legal practice in major law firms
    • consultancy and legal advice in multinational corporations
    • financial supervision agencies
    • international organisations.

    You will also have the knowledge to go on to PhD study and then an academic career.

    Graduate destinations

    Our graduates have secured positions with major employers worldwide, or used the skills and knowledge gained on the LLM to progress their careers.

    Recent graduates have gone on to jobs including:

    • senior associate, E&Y (London)
    • legal associate, Crypto.com (London)
    • associate, Dentons (Mexico City)
    • associate, Perchstone & Graeys (Lagos)
    • attorney at law, Bianchischwald LLC (Zürich)
    • attorney general of Malawi (Lilongwe)
    • customer due diligence executive, KPMG (Foshan)
    • director of investments, Bright Care Investment (London)
    • due diligence officer, BNP Paribas (Oslo)
    • financial legal counsel, Natixis Investment Managers – Mirova (Paris)
    • legal and compliance officer, Validus Risk Management (London)
    • legal counsel, Bridgepoint (Istanbul)
    • portfolio manager, Jefferson Capital Ltd (London)
    • section chief, Financial Services Agency of Japan (Tokyo)
    • senior tax analyst, Avalara (Brighton)
    • rapporteur, Presidency of the Republic of Turkey (Ankara)
    • financial crime compliance associate
    • RiverStone International (Brighton)
    • senior associate, PwC (Nicosia)

    (Sussex Law School careers database)

    The University of Sussex offered a challenging and stimulating environment to study International Financial Law.Kuniyuki Sone
    Section Chief, Office of International Affairs, Planning and Co-ordination Bureau
    Financial Services Agency of Japan

    Fee Information

    22575

    Tuition Fee
    31,227 / year

    International Financial Law LLM

    University of Sussex

    University of Sussex

    United Kingdom

    United Kingdom, Brighton