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LLM

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  • Tuition
  • Requirements
  • Modules
  • About
  • Subject Area Information
  • Career
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Overview

The Swansea University LLM program emphasizes international commercial transactions, commerce regulation, and maritime law. Graduates gain specialized knowledge and valuable skills sought by employers. For funding details, visit the university's website.

Application Timeline

  1. September 1, 2025
    Start date
  2. April 29, 2026
    Today

Tuition

Year 1
Student categories Study
Full-time Part-time
England£9,250£3,100
Northern Ireland£9,250£3,100
Scotland£9,250£3,100
Wales£9,250£3,100
EU£19,200£6,400
International£19,200£6,400

Requirements

Entry Requirements:
Language Requirements

Language requirements information is currently unavailable.

Modules

  • Carriage of Goods by Sea, Land and Air

    Core
  • Law of the Sea

    Core
  • Admiralty Law

    Core

About

Funding Information

For details on fees, scholarships, postgraduate loans, and other funding options, please visit our website.

Program Highlights

This LLM degree focuses on:

  • International commercial transactions
  • Regulation of commerce and navigation
  • Maritime law

Career Benefits

Graduates will develop:

  • Specialized knowledge in commercial and maritime law
  • Skills that are highly valued by employers

Additional Information

For more information on fees, scholarships, postgraduate loans, and other funding options, please visit our website.

Subject Area Information

Scots law, the legal system of Scotland, is a unique and complex field that blends elements of both civil and common law traditions. A comprehensive course in Scots law would cover a wide array of subjects, equipping students with a deep understanding of the legal principles, statutes, and case law that govern Scotland.

Typical Course Structure
  • 1. Introduction to Scots Law

  • 2. Constitutional Law

  • 3. Criminal Law

  • 4. Contract Law

  • 5. Property Law

  • 6. Family Law

  • 7. Commercial Law

  • 8. Evidence and Procedure

Typical Skills Acquired
  • Analytical Thinking
  • Research Skills
  • Communication
  • Problem-Solving

Career

Graduates with a degree in Scots law could pursue various career paths, including roles that involve providing legal advice, representing clients, and working in various sectors such as public service, corporate, and academia.

Potential Professions
  • Solicitor

    Providing legal advice, preparing legal documents, and representing clients in court.

  • Advocate

    Specializing in courtroom advocacy and providing expert legal opinions.

  • Judge

    Presiding over court cases and making judicial decisions.

  • Legal Academic

    Teaching and conducting research in law schools.

  • Corporate Counsel

    Offering legal advice to businesses and corporations.

  • Public Sector Roles

    Working in government agencies, regulatory bodies, or non-profit organizations.

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