International Banking and Financial Technology Law (Distance Learning) LLM LLM
| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2023-09-18 | 2023-06-30 |
| 2024-01-23 | - |
| 2024-04-24 | - |
Program Overview
Overview
LLM International Banking and Financial Technology Law offers you specialist knowledge of banking and financial technology law, which covers core areas of modern banking and regulation of areas relating to Fintech, including:
You will learn about the global challenges emerging for banks and Fintech companies in areas such as climate change, sustainability, financial inclusion, and the use of disruptive technologies, and the emerging legal requirements associated with the addressing of these challenges.
The programme is suitable for law graduates with an interest in banking and finance law - one of the important areas of legal practice, and also for non-law graduates who seek corporate employment, or employment in organisations with focus on the financial services industry and Fintech.
The programme offers flexible delivery, which includes
face-to-face delivery on the Bradford campus
, or distance learning. Full-time and part-time options are offered for both types of programme.
Program Outline
Career support
The University is committed to helping students develop and enhance employability and this is an integral part of many programmes. Specialist support is available throughout the course from Career and Employability Services including help to find part-time work while studying, placements, vacation work and graduate vacancies. Students are encouraged to access this support at an early stage and to use the extensive resources on the
Careers
website.Discussing options with specialist advisers helps to clarify plans through exploring options and refining skills of job-hunting. In most of our programmes there is direct input by Career Development Advisers into the curriculum or through specially arranged workshops.
Career prospects
Our courses are shaped by the School of Law International Advisory Board, made up of leading figures in the judiciary and legal practice, academia and wider industry and society who advise us on the skills and competencies needed in the current and future workplace. This feeds into the design and delivery of our courses, ensuring our students gain knowledge and experience that is not only academically rigorous but valued by employers.
University of Bradford
Overview:
The University of Bradford is a public research university located in Bradford, West Yorkshire, England. It is known for its strong focus on research and its commitment to social mobility. The university offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across various disciplines.
Services Offered:
Student Life and Campus Experience:
The university provides a vibrant student life experience with a range of clubs, societies, and events. Students can expect a welcoming and supportive campus environment.
Key Reasons to Study There:
Strong research focus:
The university is recognized for its high-quality research, with 77% of its research impact rated internationally excellent or world-leading.Social mobility:
The University of Bradford is ranked first in England for its impact on social mobility.Value for money:
The university's Distance Learning MBA is ranked the best value for money by the Financial Times.Excellent academic programs:
The university excels in various fields, including Physiotherapy, Forensic Science, and Children's Nursing.Academic Programs:
The university offers a wide range of academic programs, including:
Business:
The University of Bradford's Business School is recognized for its support of firms and students.Nursing:
The university provides financial help for nursing students.Computer Science:
The university has invested £600k in new computer science labs.Other:
The university also offers programs in various other fields, including engineering, law, and the arts.Other:
The university is a member of Yorkshire Universities and is a Stonewall Diversity Champion. It has also received the Athena Swan Bronze Award and the Queen's Anniversary Prizes.
Entry requirements
2:2 or above in any subject, or relevant work experience at graduate level.
English language requirements
IELTS requirement:
6.5 overall, with a minimum of 5.5 in each sub-testTOEFL requirement:
90 overall, with sub-tests of at least 18 in Reading, 17 in Writing, 17 in Listening, and 20 in SpeakingIf you do not meet the IELTS requirement, you can take a University of Bradford pre-sessional English course.
See the Language Centre for more details
. For further information on English Language requirements please see the dedicatedinternational entry requirements page
.