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Computer and Communications Law

Queen Mary University of London
Information last verified July 2026
Tuition GBP 6,950 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; GBP 6,950 (Tuition (Full programme)) — EU/EEA students
Degree Postgraduate Diploma
Duration 24 months
Delivery Online
Location London, United Kingdom
Language English

Program Overview

The Computer and Communications Law at Queen Mary University of London is a Postgraduate Diploma programme in Computer Science & IT over 24 months, delivered Online. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.

Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of computer science & it. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.

Graduates of the Computer and Communications Law programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across France and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.

Key Program Features

  1. Duration: 24 months
  2. Language of instruction: English
  3. Study mode: Online
  4. English requirement: IELTS 7
  5. Tuition: GBP 6,950 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; GBP 6,950 (Tuition (Full programme)) — EU/EEA students

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Computer and Communications Law programme are prepared for diverse careers in computer science & it:

  1. Software Engineer / Developer
  2. Data Scientist
  3. Machine Learning Engineer
  4. IT Project Manager
  5. Cybersecurity Analyst
  6. Cloud Solutions Architect

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

  1. Pre-sessional Legal Systems, Research Skills and Writing for IT Law
  2. Online Banking and Financial Services
  3. Internet Governance*
  4. European Telecommunications Law
  5. Regulation of Cross-Border Online Gambling
  6. Legal Principles and Concepts in Computer and Communications Law
  7. IP Foundation
  8. Privacy and Data Protection Law
  9. Internet Jurisdictional Issues and Dispute Resolution in E-Commerce
  10. Computer Crime
  11. Advanced IP Issues: Digital Rights Management
  12. Information and Communications Technology and Competition Law
  13. Broadcasting Regulation
  14. E-Commerce Law

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

You need the following GPA score:

Required score: Upper Second Class

Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor’s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to Upper Second Class on the UK Honour scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on the UK Honour scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).

Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).

Applicants should hold a Bachelor’s honours degree in Law (2.1 or above), or equivalent legal qualifications. Law graduates with 2.2 honours who also have other legal qualifications and/or substantial professional legal experience may also qualify.

Applicants for the programme for non law graduates should hold a Bachelor’s honours degree (2.1) in any area relevant to the computer and communications field or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard.

English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.

Tuition & Financial Information

Tuition Fee

GBP 6,950 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; GBP 6,950 (Tuition (Full programme)) — EU/EEA students

Tuition fees: GBP 6,950 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; GBP 6,950 (Tuition (Full programme)) — EU/EEA students

IELTS requirement: 7

Financial Aid & Scholarships

Contact Queen Mary University of London directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.

About Queen Mary University of London

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Queen Mary University of London

London, United Kingdom

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University Profile
  • Language English
  • Duration 24 months