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Tuition Fee
GBP 11,400
Per year
Start Date
2025-09-01
Medium of studying
Fully Online
Duration
12 months
Program Facts
Program Details
Degree
Masters
Major
Business Law | International Law | Legal Studies
Area of study
Law
Education type
Fully Online
Timing
Full time
Course Language
English
Tuition Fee
Average International Tuition Fee
GBP 11,400
Intakes
Program start dateApplication deadline
2024-09-01-
2025-02-01-
2025-09-01-
About Program

Program Overview


The LLM Investment Regulation Online program provides graduates with the legal knowledge and skills for careers in financial law. Course highlights include elective modules in various specialized areas, online assessments, and industry-informed program development through strategic partnerships. Graduates benefit from enhanced employability and earning potential, but the program is not a direct route to legal professional qualification in the UK.

Program Outline


Degree Overview:

The LLM Investment Regulation Online is a postgraduate degree designed for law and non-law graduates to enhance their academic legal knowledge. This internationally recognized Master’s course will give you the skills to enhance or pursue a career within banking, insurance, wealth and asset management, compliance, regulation, and more.


Objectives:

Upon completion of the course, you will be able to:

  • Demonstrate the ability to conduct and evaluate research.

Outline:


Terms 1 & 2 (full-time) or 1-4 (part-time):

  • General Induction: Introduces the program.
  • Two-week Induction: Covers the Key Principles of the English Legal System.
  • This is compulsory for non-law students, but also open to students wanting a refresher in the fundamentals of the law of England and Wales.
  • Compulsory Modules:
  • Investment Regulation Law
  • Research Methods Training
  • Elective Modules (choose three):
  • Banking and Debt Finance
  • Compliance and Regulation
  • Insolvency Law
  • Insurance Law
  • International Finance Law

Term 3 (full-time) or 5 & 6 (part-time):

  • Dissertation: Dissertation in Investment Regulation Law.

Course Schedule:

  • Start Dates:
  • September 2024
  • February 2025

Assessment:

  • Modules: Assessed by a three-hour unseen written examination or 4,500-word coursework assignment.
  • All assessments are conducted online.
  • Dissertation: Assessed by submission of a thesis (15,000 words).

Teaching:

  • Faculty: Taught by a combination of former and current practitioners, as well as research and teaching academics who are focused on legal practice, not just theory.
  • Teaching Approach: Predominantly learner-centered.
  • Each taught module is divided into a number of Units which are presented using the Prepare, Engage, Consolidate approach.
  • Prepare: Students complete work before attending the relevant workshop.
  • Traditional lecture content is presented in short bite-sized segments. Guided independent research and reading are expected.
  • Engage: Interactive element of the Unit.
  • This could be a face-to-face workshop, a synchronous online workshop, or an asynchronous online activity.
  • Consolidate: Students check their understanding of the Unit immediately after their Engage activity or as part of their revision.

Careers:

  • Potential Career Paths: Banking, insurance, wealth and asset management, compliance, regulation, and more.

Other:

  • Strategic Partnerships: The program benefits from strategic partnerships with firms, regulators, and accreditation bodies, which inform program development.
  • Graduate Outcomes: 95% of postgraduate students in employment were in highly skilled employment 15 months after graduating (2020/21 Graduate Outcomes data).
  • Earning Potential: Postgraduates on average earn £6,500 more than their graduate counterparts.
  • Visa Regulations: Students who require a Student Route visa to study are not permitted to study online.
  • LPC Compatibility: This course cannot be chosen to study alongside the Legal Practice Course (LPC).
  • Barrister/Solicitor Qualification: The Master of Laws (LLM) programmes are not a direct route to qualification as a Barrister or Solicitor in the UK.
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Overview:

The University of Law is a specialist provider of legal education in the UK. It offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses, as well as professional legal training and apprenticeships. The university is known for its high-quality teaching, strong employability record, and commitment to student support.


Services Offered:

The University of Law offers a variety of services to its students, including:

    Undergraduate and Postgraduate Courses:

    A wide range of programs in law, business, criminology, policing, psychology, and computer science.

    SQE Courses:

    Courses specifically designed for the Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE).

    Online Courses:

    Flexible learning options for students who prefer to study remotely.

    Scholarships and Bursaries:

    Financial assistance to help students fund their studies.

    Student Support:

    A range of services to help students succeed academically and personally, including career guidance, disability support, and mental health services.

    Professional Legal Training:

    Courses for aspiring lawyers, including the Bar Professional Training Course (BPTC) and the Legal Practice Course (LPC).

    Apprenticeships:

    Work-based learning opportunities for students who want to gain practical experience while studying.

Student Life and Campus Experience:

The University of Law has campuses in major cities across the UK, including Birmingham, Bristol, Leeds, London, Manchester, and Nottingham. Students can expect a vibrant and supportive campus environment with opportunities to engage in extracurricular activities, meet new people, and develop their skills.


Key Reasons to Study There:

    High-Quality Teaching:

    The university is ranked 10th in the UK for quality of teaching in the National Student Survey 2024.

    Strong Employability Record:

    94% of postgraduates were in employment or further study 15 months after graduating (2021/22 Graduate Outcomes data).

    Higher than Average SQE Pass Rates:

    78% of students passed the January 2024 SQE1 assessments first time, compared to the industry average first attempt pass rate of 59%.

    Experienced Lecturers:

    Over 90% of lecturers are qualified lawyers and business professionals, bringing extensive practical experience to the classroom.

    Excellent Student Support:

    The university provides a range of services to help students succeed, including career guidance, disability support, and mental health services.

Academic Programs:

The University of Law offers a wide range of academic programs, including:

    Undergraduate Courses:

    LLB (Hons) Law, BSc (Hons) Business, BSc (Hons) Criminology, BSc (Hons) Policing, BSc (Hons) Psychology, and BSc (Hons) Computer Science.

    Postgraduate Courses:

    LLM (Master of Laws), MBA (Master of Business Administration), MSc (Master of Science), and other postgraduate qualifications.

    Professional Legal Training:

    BPTC, LPC, and other professional legal training courses.

Other:

The University of Law has a strong alumni network, with over 100,000 graduates working in various legal and business sectors. The university also has a 5-star rating from QS World University Rankings, recognizing its excellence in teaching, employability, online learning, academic development, and inclusiveness.

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Admission Requirements

Entry Requirements:

Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), or equivalent including the following required course(s): English – any Grade 12 (C) or (U), or equivalent. Note: Applicants lacking the English requirement are encouraged to apply for the program and will be considered for admission on an individual basis.

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