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Certificate in Common Law

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Prior to undertaking the LLM lawyers from non-Common Law jurisdictions may take a Certificate in Common Law. This is a 1-term course starting in September prior to the LLM programme which commences in January.

What will be offered on the programme?

The course provides an introduction to the basics of the common law system and to areas of substantive English Law, including Contract, Torts, European Law and Trusts.

What will you study?

Candidates are required to study:

  • Legal Skills and Procedure (European Law)
  • Introduction to Common Law Seminar which may include lectures from other courses offered by the Law School

What are the entry requirements?

Normally you will be required to have:

  • A first or second class honours degree (or equivalent) in law or in a degree in which law is a significant element and / or substantial relevant work experience.
  • A good command of the English language both written and oral (IELTS score of 6.5 or equivalent).
Full time: Yes
Part time: No
Award: Certificate in Common Law
Entry points:
(Term dates)
September
This is a 1-term programme.