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University of Birmingham: Commercial, Banking and Finance Law
Institution | University of Birmingham |
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Department | Birmingham Law School View department profile |
Web | www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/law |
Study type | Taught |
LLM
Summary
**Get ready for a career in banking, commerce and finance law. Become a legal expert in an area that’s key to global trade and impacts everyone from individuals to huge companies.**
Legal specialists in this area are in high demand. This course covers the principles of commerce, banking and finance, from a local to international level. You’ll gain the skills you need to ensure successful transactions across country boundaries.
As a Top 10 UK Law School (Birmingham Law School is 9th in the UK in the Research Excellence Framework exercise 2021 based on research rated 4*) you'll learn from experts in commercial and trade law. This course mixes the latest academic theory with real world relevance and professional opportunities.
- Study the topics that interest you with our broad range of modules. Specialise in areas such as banking law, company law and international commercial dispute resolution.
- Stand out from the crowd by undertaking research internships, pro bono activities and work experience opportunities through our Centre for Employability, Professional Legal Education and Research (CEPLER).
- Join our diverse community of staff and students from around the world, enabling you to learn from a variety of different outlooks.
- Get access to the BARBRI SQE1 Prep course, with a 20% discount for Birmingham Law School graduates
Level | RQF Level 7 |
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Entry requirements | You should have, or expect to get, a 2:1 Honours degree in Law. Relevant equivalent study or professional experience can also be considered for entry. |
Location | Edgbaston Campus Edgbaston Birmingham B15 2TU |
Summary
**Get ready for a career in banking, commerce and finance law. Become a legal expert in an area that’s key to global trade and impacts everyone from individuals to huge companies.**
Legal specialists in this area are in high demand. This course covers the principles of commerce, banking and finance, from a local to international level. You’ll gain the skills you need to ensure successful transactions across country boundaries.
As a Top 10 UK Law School (Birmingham Law School is 9th in the UK in the Research Excellence Framework exercise 2021 based on research rated 4*) you'll learn from experts in commercial and trade law. This course mixes the latest academic theory with real world relevance and professional opportunities.
- Study the topics that interest you with our broad range of modules. Specialise in areas such as banking law, company law and international commercial dispute resolution.
- Stand out from the crowd by undertaking research internships, pro bono activities and work experience opportunities through our Centre for Employability, Professional Legal Education and Research (CEPLER).
- Join our diverse community of staff and students from around the world, enabling you to learn from a variety of different outlooks.
- Get access to the BARBRI SQE1 Prep course, with a 20% discount for Birmingham Law School graduates
Level | RQF Level 7 |
---|---|
Entry requirements | You should have, or expect to get, a 2:1 Honours degree in Law. Relevant equivalent study or professional experience can also be considered for entry. |
Location | Edgbaston Campus Edgbaston Birmingham B15 2TU |
Summary
Banking, commerce and finance play an undeniable role in facilitating global trade networks, from small businesses and individuals to multinational organisations.
The LLM Commercial, Banking and Finance Law prepares you to join this fast-paced, dynamic and complex facet of law. This highly sought-after specialism relies on legal experts to ensure the success of transactions that cross jurisdictions, language and currencies.
Our LLM provides both an enhanced foundation and specialist expertise in the principles of commerce, banking and finance, covering local and international developments from policy, practice and academic perspectives.
Level | RQF Level 7 |
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Entry requirements | Applicants should have a good Honours degree in law, or a degree in another discipline augmented with a pass in the Common Professional Examination. |
Location | Edgbaston Campus Edgbaston Birmingham B15 2TU |
Summary
Banking, commerce and finance play an undeniable role in facilitating global trade networks, from small businesses and individuals to multinational organisations.
The LLM Commercial, Banking and Finance Law prepares you to join this fast-paced, dynamic and complex facet of law. This highly sought-after specialism relies on legal experts to ensure the success of transactions that cross jurisdictions, language and currencies.
Our LLM provides both an enhanced foundation and specialist expertise in the principles of commerce, banking and finance, covering local and international developments from policy, practice and academic perspectives.
Level | RQF Level 7 |
---|---|
Entry requirements | Applicants should have a good Honours degree in law, or a degree in another discipline augmented with a pass in the Common Professional Examination. |
Location | Edgbaston Campus Edgbaston Birmingham B15 2TU |

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