LLM Law - Banking and Finance Law at University of Bristol

Programme overview

The LLM in Banking and Finance Law examines contemporary challenges and evolving dynamics in banking and finance law, regulation, and policy within the banking and finance sectors. You will study a range of specialist units, gaining an in-depth understanding of real-world issues and the opportunity to challenge traditional approaches. This programme is designed for those who wish to specialise in banking and financial services law, regulation and policy, or in associated sectors.

Faculty: Faculty of Arts, Law and Social Sciences | Department: University of Bristol Law School | Duration: One year full-time, Two years part-time. Part-time study requires daytime weekday attendance | Study mode: full-time, part-time | Intake: September 2027 | Location: Bristol, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Our vibrant international community and diverse teaching methods enrich the LLM experience at the University of Bristol. You'll engage with course materials and benefit from regular, in-depth interaction with tutors who are leaders in their fields, as well as with your peers, through a blend of lectures, seminars, bespoke skills workshops and structured independent learning. Our wide range of optional units reflect the expertise of our globally renowned academics, allowing you to further specialise your degree.

Career pathways

Graduating from a world-leading university, ranked 57th in the world (QS World University Rankings 2027), opens doors to careers in a variety of sectors including working as a lawyer in top international law firms and chambers, financial services and legal analyst roles and routes into academia. You can expect to: Develop and deepen your understanding of banking and finance law.

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Application information

Entry requirements

You will typically need an upper second-class honours degree or an international equivalent in Law OR an upper second-class honours degree or an international equivalent in a related field, such as Business, Economics, Management or Finance. If you are currently completing a degree, we understand that your final grade may be higher than the interim grades or module/unit grades you have achieved during your studies to date. We will consider your application if your interim grades are currently slightly lower than the programme's entry requirements and may make you an aspirational offer. English language: profile level B.

Domestic applicants: GBP 16,100 a year (2027/28). full-time per year; 2027 entry, subject to annual review. Source

International applicants: GBP 29,800 a year (2027/28). full-time per year; 2027 entry, subject to annual review. Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: One year full-time, Two years part-time. Part-time study requires daytime weekday attendance

Apply through the official page: https://www.bristol.ac.uk/study/postgraduate/apply/start-application/

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