Program Overview
The Financial Services Law at London Metropolitan University is a LLM programme in Law over 12 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 law. 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 Financial Services Law programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United Kingdom and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: Online
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: GBP 5,800 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; GBP 5,800 (Tuition (Full programme)) — EU/EEA students
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Financial Services Law programme are prepared for diverse careers in law:
- Solicitor / Barrister
- Legal Counsel
- Policy Advisor
- Legal Researcher
- Compliance Officer
- International Arbitrator
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Module 1: The City of London and Development of Financial Services Law
- Module 2: Operational Risk and Stress Testing for Financial Services Organisations
- Module 3: Data Protection in Financial Services Organisations
- Module 4: Global Financial Crime
- Module 5: Approved Persons Regime
- Module 6: Compliance, Supervision and Enforcement
- Module 7: Financial Services Complaints and the Financial Services Ombudsman
- Module 8: Marketing Financial Services
- Module A: Law and Regulation of Retail Investment Products
- Module B: Law and Regulation of Wholesale Financial Markets
- Module C: Law and Regulation of Insurance Products
- Module D: Law and Regulation of Banking Transactions
- Module E: Law and Regulation of Pensions
- Module F: Law and Regulation of Alternative Financial Products
- Module G: Sharia Financial Law
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
\xc2\x95 an undergraduate degree of 2.2 or above in law or a related discipline from a UK or EU university\xc2\x95 equivalent qualification from a recognised overseas university
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 5,800 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; GBP 5,800 (Tuition (Full programme)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 5,800 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; GBP 5,800 (Tuition (Full programme)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact London Metropolitan University 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 London Metropolitan University
London Metropolitan University
London, United Kingdom
London Metropolitan University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2012-09-17
- Start Date 2017-09-25
- Language English
- Duration 12 months