The Law and Dispute Resolution LLM at Robert Gordon University is your pathway to becoming an expert in resolving conflicts through advanced legal understanding and practical techniques. This postgraduate Masters degree is ideal if you seek to deepen your expertise in areas like arbitration, mediation, and construction adjudication, whether you have a legal background or are transitioning into this critical field. You will explore the theoretical underpinnings and practical applications of diverse dispute resolution methods, gaining specialized knowledge that is highly valued in today's complex legal and commercial environments.
You will study this LLM full-time on campus over 12 months, engaging with eight taught modules and a significant dissertation on a dispute resolution topic. Your learning experience will include a mandatory one-week Mediation workshop on campus for intensive practical training, alongside core legal framework modules if needed and specialized subject modules tailored to your interests. You will graduate with advanced analytical skills and specialized knowledge, prepared for a variety of roles in legal practice, in-house counsel, or alternative dispute resolution services, enhancing your professional career prospects.