LLM International Sports Law and Governance at Manchester Metropolitan University

Ready to explore how law drives the global sports industry? This dynamic course puts you at the heart of international sport, tackling key legal and governance issues, from commercial rights to human rights and today’s global challenges. You’ll sharpen your legal analysis by exploring real-world case studies like the Olympic Games, FIFA World Cup and the Commonwealth Games.

Faculty: Faculty of Business and Law  |  Department: Manchester Law School  |  Duration: 1 year full-time  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Manchester, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

From the Olympic Games to your local community club, sport is a powerful global force, and law is central to how it’s played, governed and evolves. From concussion lawsuits to transfer rules, human rights issues to breakaway leagues, legal frameworks shape every level of the game. Modules core: Sports Law and Regulation, Sport and Human Rights, Research Skills, Sports Law and Business, Research Design, Advanced Independent Study; options: Contemporary Issues in Sports Mega Events, Safeguarding, Gender Equity and Children's Rights.

Career pathways

This course opens doors to a vast range of career opportunities in sport and law. If you have a legal background, you could pursue roles such as a general counsel for a sports organisation or a club, or aim for a more rounded, leadership position such as an association president.

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