Program Overview
The International Trade and Commercial Law at University of Essex Online is a LLM programme in Law 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 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 International Trade and Commercial 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: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: Online
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: GBP 5,100 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 5,100 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the International Trade and Commercial 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
- Law of the World Trade Organisation
- International Competition Law
- International Sales of Goods
- Legal Research Skills and Methods
- Dissertation
- International Carriage of Goods
- Private International Law
- Intellectual Property Law
- International Commercial Dispute Resolution
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
In order to satisfy the Academic Entry Route requirements for our LLM International Trade and Commercial Law you must have the following qualifications as a minimum:
- An undergraduate degree from an approved institution equivalent to a UK Honours degree or a relevant professional qualification.
If English is not your first language, your English ability should be equivalent to IELTS (Academic) 6.5.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 5,100 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 5,100 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 5,100 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 5,100 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Essex Online 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 University of Essex Online
University of Essex Online
Colchester, United Kingdom
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University Profile- Start Date April 2026
- Language English
- Duration 24 months