The published course and module descriptions were accurate when first published and remain the basis of the course, but the University has had to modify some course and module content in response to government restrictions and social distancing requirements
LLM in Commercial Law and International Trade
LLM or PGDip
Key facts
Start dates
September 2023
Location
Course length
Full time: LLM: 12 months; PGDip: 9 months
Part time: LLM: 24 months; PGDip:18 months
Department
Overview
This programme has been suspended for 2022/23 entry and we will not be accepting offers at this time.
We’ve taken this decision so that we can develop an exciting new programme for September 2023.
If you would like to speak to a member of our teaching team, please email law@brookes.ac.uk

How to apply
Entry requirements
Specific entry requirements
September 2022 entry is now closed to this course.
You will normally be required to have (or to be expecting) a good honours degree, or an equivalent degree awarded by a university outside the United Kingdom. The degree may be in Law or in a related discipline. We welcome applications from both non-Law graduates and work experience-based candidates.
Those of you new to the academic study of law will be advised to read a number of recommended texts by way of induction before you begin the course. You are also encouraged to attend the induction sessions provided in the week prior to the beginning of the course.
Please also see the University's general entry requirements.
English language requirements
An IELTS minimum score of 6.5 (with 6.0 in reading and writing) is required.
Please also see the University's standard English language requirements.
English requirements for visas
If you need a student visa to enter the UK you will need to meet the UK Visas and Immigration minimum language requirements as well as the University's requirements. Find out more about English language requirements.
Pathways courses for international and EU students
We offer a range of courses to help you meet the entry requirements for your postgraduate course and also familiarise you with university life in the UK.
Take a Pre-Master's course to develop your subject knowledge, study skills and academic language level in preparation for your master's course.
If you need to improve your English language, we offer pre-sessional English language courses to help you meet the English language requirements of your chosen master’s course.
Terms and Conditions of Enrolment
When you accept our offer, you agree to the Terms and Conditions of Enrolment. You should therefore read those conditions before accepting the offer.
Application process
Tuition fees
Questions about fees?
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Tuition fees
Fees quoted are for the first year only. If you are studying a course that lasts longer than one year your fees will increase each year.
Financial support and scholarships
There are International Student Scholarships available for 2022 and other scholarships and funding options for postgraduate international students.
Additional costs
Please be aware that some courses will involve some additional costs that are not covered by your fees. Specific additional costs for this course, if any, are detailed below.
Learning and assessment
On this course, you’ll gain a unique grounding in both private law - the law pertaining to businesses and private entities, and public law - the law pertaining to governments.
You’ll have a rare opportunity to explore law from multiple perspectives and standpoints. You’ll learn how private and public laws interface - and the impact this has on corporations in a competitive market. You’ll fully understand the challenges businesses face - from commercial transactions, to their dealings with governments. And you’ll build knowledge that crosses industry silos, giving you unique and holistic perspectives on commerce and trade.
You’ll study three compulsory modules and one elective module in semester 1. And in semester 2 you’ll take two compulsory modules and one elective module.

Study modules
Please note: As our courses are reviewed regularly as part of our quality assurance framework, the modules you can choose from may vary from that shown here. The structure of the course may also mean some modules are not available to you.
Learning and teaching
You'll experience high-quality learning through the diversity of methods used throughout the LLM courses. These include:
- lectures
- seminar discussions
- individual and small group tutorials
- case studies
- group presentations
- individual presentations
- moots.
You will acquire and practise legal reasoning as well as research and IT skills. Particular emphasis is placed on skills training.
Research
Our academics are at the forefront of a wide range of internationally recognised and world-leading research and projects.
Our LLM course team consists of researchers working within the following research groups:
You can attend the programme of research seminars and other events that underpin the research culture of the School of Law. You will have the opportunity to become involved in research through specialist modules in which teaching staff have expertise. Your dissertation in their specialist subjects will be supervised.

After you graduate
Career prospects
You’ll graduate with rare and comprehensive knowledge of the legal landscape businesses face. You’ll understand the legal and regulatory frameworks impacting modern corporations. And you’ll know how to work effectively within them to drive competitive advantage.
You’ll be equipped to progress your legal career in commercial law, or to strengthen your potential in closely related and competitive fields - like economics and business.
Our Staff
Dr Chieh Huang
Much of her work concerns the interaction between the global economic legal system and China, the development of regional/bilateral economic agreements in East Asia, and more recently the trade and investment between China and West Africa.
Read more about ChiehRelated courses
Programme Changes:
On rare occasions we may need to make changes to our course programmes after they have been published on the website.For more information, please visit our Changes to programmes page.