January 2027
1 year
London
Tuition Fee
£16,000 per year (UK home)
Distance
The tuition fee for UK home students is £16,000 per year for full-time study and £8,000 per year for part-time study. The university reserves the right to increase the tuition fees in line with changes to legislation, regulation and any government guidance or decisions. More information on the latest fee can be found on the institution website.
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A minimum of a lower second-class (2.2) undergraduate degree in a relevant subject such as law, commercial law, business law, financial law, maritime law or maritime practice. For mature applicants without a degree, you may be considered on merit of 2+ years appropriate work experience and other professional development or professional qualifications. Equivalent international qualification.
IELTS: 6.5 or above This course requires you to meet higher requirements.
This course provides a stepping stone to career advancement as a legal practitioner or professional in the financial services sector, with opportunities in banking, insurance, government, and more.
You will be assessed through a combination of coursework essays, experiential projects, and portfolio work, followed by a research dissertation or experiential work-based learning project for LLM students.
The institution provides comprehensive support to help students advance their careers and employability potential within the financial services and regulatory sectors.
The course includes an experiential learning project, which allows students to engage in practical, work-based learning as part of their studies.
This course is taught online, offering global flexibility, and is ranked ninth in the UK for teaching quality in the Guardian University Guide 2023.
Yes, the programme is designed to develop a practical understanding of legal principles and regulatory requirements, directly applicable to the financial services sector.
The learning experience is delivered entirely online, allowing you to study from anywhere in the world while engaging with tutors who have backgrounds in both academia and legal practice.
Prospective students should note that this is a practice-focused course suitable for those already working in or looking to enter the financial services sector, and they should ensure they meet the academic and English language requirements.
