LLM International Banking and Finance Law at University of West London

Programme overview

Would you like to work as a legal expert in the finance sector? This international banking law degree will enhance your ability to work with a range of multinational corporations and international organisations. Your studies will cover both legal and financial areas of expertise, giving you a well-rounded qualification.

Duration: 1 year full-time; 2 years part-time | Study mode: full-time (part-time available) | Intake: September 2027 | Location: London, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Our aim is to produce graduates who understand the legal regulations and constraints of international and national business, as well as the financial world of international trade agencies and multinational corporations. You will cover topics including syndicated loans, bond issuances, derivatives markets and employment law. We will also compare jurisdictions outside of English courts, in the US, Africa, Asia and the Middle East. Modules include: Securities Regulation; Legal Aspects of International Finance; International Banking Law; International Commercial Litigation; International Arbitration; Research Methodology; Dissertation; What our students say; 2nd London university for student satisfaction - National Student Survey 26*; Agustin Luque.

Career pathways

Firms that focus on international practice will have a particular need for your skills and knowledge. Once you graduate, you will be able to seek employment opportunities with firms specialising in investment, law, consultancy or accounting.

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Application information

Entry requirements

You should have an honours degree from a UK university or equivalent that includes law content. If you have at least three years of legal or relevant commercial work experience you will also be considered subject to an interview. We may also offer you a place based on relevant experience or training, normally from within the work environment. All applications are considered individually. Find out more about our processes for recognising previous experience . We look for students who show enthusiasm and a passion for the subject through previous study or professional experience. IELTS 6.5 overall or above. You need to meet our English language requirement of 6.5 overall score for IELTS, with a minimum of 5.5 for each of the four individual components (Reading, Writing, Speaking and Listening). A good undergraduate degree or equivalent professional qualification with appropriate law content. Students with three years' legal or relevant commercial work experience will also be considered subject to interviews. Applicants with extensive work experience will be considered on a case by case basis.

Domestic applicants: GBP 11,200 a year (2027/28). Tuition for: Full-time (1 year, September 2027). Source

International applicants: GBP 17,750 a year (2027/28). Tuition for: Full-time (1 year, September 2027). Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 1 year full-time; 2 years part-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.uwl.ac.uk/study/postgraduate/how-apply-postgraduates

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