Program Overview
The International Commercial Law with Dissertation at University of Aberdeen is a LLM programme in Law over 12 months, delivered On-campus. 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 Commercial Law with Dissertation 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: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: EUR 16,100 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 6,000 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Aberdeen, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the International Commercial Law with Dissertation programme are prepared for diverse careers in law:
- Solicitor / Barrister
- Legal Counsel
- Policy Advisor
- Legal Researcher
- Compliance Officer
- International Arbitrator
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Critical Legal Thinking and Scholarship (for September starts)
- Critical Legal Thinking and Scholarship (for January starts)
- Dissertation (60 credit points)
- International Intellectual Property Law (1)
- Comparative and International Insolvency Law (1)
- Choice of Law in Business Transactions (2)
- Corporate Environmental Liability (2)
- European Economic Law (2)
- Trade Marks and Brand Development (2)
- International Trade and Finance Law (2)
- Carriage of Goods by Sea (2)
- Commercialising Innovation and Law (2)
- Cultural Property Issues: Law, Art and Property (2)
- International Investment Arbitration in the Energy Sector (2)
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s 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).
- Normally a 2(1) honours degree in Law (or another related discipline) or equivalent. Relevant practical experience in the field of commercial law will also be beneficial.
- All students entering the University must provide evidence that they can use English well enough to study effectively at the University of Aberdeen.
- a full transcript showing all the subjects you studied and the marks you have achieved in your degree(s) (original & official English translation)
- a detailed personal statement explaining your motivation for this particular programme
- a reference letter from your university discussing your academic ability
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 16,100 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 6,000 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: EUR 16,100 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 6,000 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Aberdeen 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 Aberdeen
University of Aberdeen
Aberdeen City, United Kingdom
University of Aberdeen is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Start Date 2017-09-11
- Language English
- Duration 12 months
- Credits 60
