The International Commercial Law with Professional Skills LLM at the University of Aberdeen is designed for aspiring legal professionals seeking to deepen their expertise in the complex world of global business transactions. You will explore critical areas such as international arbitration, comparative contract law, and commercial tax law, gaining insights from academics and practitioners who are leaders in their fields. This postgraduate Master of Laws degree is ideal if you aim to advance your career in international law firms, multinational corporations, or governmental organisations, equipping you with advanced legal knowledge and practical skills essential for navigating cross-border commerce.
This full-time, on-campus LLM programme is studied over 12 months, featuring an intensive summer school for professional skills development, including arbitration and commercial contract negotiation. You will engage with compulsory and optional modules, allowing you to tailor your studies to your specific interests, with opportunities to delve into areas like corporate governance and privacy law. You will graduate with a Master of Laws degree from the University of Aberdeen, possessing a robust understanding of international commercial law and the practical competencies demanded by the global legal market, potentially fulfilling academic requirements for professional bodies like the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators.