| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2024-09-01 | - |
| 2025-02-01 | - |
Program Overview
The LLM Construction Law Online is an internationally recognized Master's program from The University of Law, designed to enhance legal knowledge in construction law. Graduates are well-equipped for careers in construction law, including as business owners, legal specialists, and maritime governance professionals.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The LLM Construction Law Online is a postgraduate degree offered by The University of Law, designed for both law and non-law graduates seeking to enhance their legal knowledge in this specialized field. This internationally recognized Master's program equips students with the skills necessary to advance or pursue careers as business owners, legal specialists, shipping specialists, and maritime governance professionals.
Objectives:
Upon completion of the program, students will be able to:
- Demonstrate the ability to conduct and evaluate research.
Outline:
Program Content:
The LLM Construction Law Online is an innovative and flexible program that explores various aspects of Construction Law, including:
- Construction contracts
- Vicarious performance and insolvency
- FIDIC (International) Conditions Silver Book
- Engineering and Construction Contract (NEC)
- Dispute Resolution
Structure:
The program is structured into three terms (full-time) or six terms (part-time):
Terms 1 & 2 (full-time) or 1-4 (part-time):
- Compulsory Modules:
- Construction Law
- Research Methods Training
- Elective Modules (choose three):
- International Commercial Law
- International Trade Law
- Maritime Law
Term 3 (full-time) or 5 & 6 (part-time):
- Dissertation in Construction Law: This module involves the submission of a 15,000-word thesis, allowing for in-depth investigation and reflection on a specialized area of Construction Law.
Course Schedule:
- Start Dates:
- September 2024
- February 2025
Modules:
- Construction Law: This module covers the fundamental principles and legal framework of construction law in the UK, including contracts, liability, and dispute resolution.
- Research Methods Training: This module equips students with the necessary skills to conduct independent research, analyze data, and present findings effectively.
- International Trade Law: This module examines the legal rules and regulations governing international trade, including tariffs, quotas, and trade agreements.
Assessment:
- Assessment Methods:
- Unseen written examinations (3 hours)
- Coursework assignments (4,500 words)
- Dissertation (15,000 words)
- Assessment Criteria:
- Demonstrated understanding of legal principles and concepts.
- Ability to apply legal knowledge to practical scenarios.
- Effective research and analytical skills.
- Clear and concise written communication.
Teaching:
- Teaching Methods:
- Online learning platform with interactive content.
- Prepare, Engage, Consolidate approach for each module.
- Short bite-sized video lectures.
- Guided independent research and reading.
- Synchronous and asynchronous online workshops.
- Faculty:
- Expert lecturers, including subject matter specialists, former and current practitioners, and research and teaching focused academics.
Careers:
- Potential Career Paths:
- Business owner
- Legal specialist
- Shipping specialist
- Maritime governance professional
- Opportunities:
- The program provides students with the knowledge and skills to pursue a variety of career paths in the construction industry and related fields.
- Graduates are well-equipped to work in law firms, construction companies, government agencies, and international organizations.
- Outcomes:
- 95% of postgraduate students in employment were in highly skilled employment 15 months after graduating (2020/21 Graduate Outcomes data).
Other:
- The program benefits from strategic partnerships with firms, regulators, and accreditation bodies, which inform program development.
- Students can improve their employability by gaining important transferable skills and mapping their career with the university's careers team.
Note:
The program is not a direct route to qualification as a Barrister or Solicitor in the UK.
