The course is designed for both construction professionals and lawyers. Construction professionals will learn about the legal framework to the construction industry and engage on the legal processes involved in major construction projects, from commissioning to completion.
Lawyers will gain a greater understanding of the processes and management of construction projects, as well as in-depth legal expertise relating to such projects.
Construction Law offers both an in-person and online version, with both versions offering the same content. Online students benefit from a range of pre-recorded material. All students have access to a wide range of electronic information sources.
First-class or Second-class Honours degree, or international equivalent, in a related discipline.
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The LLM/PgDip in Construction Law enables lawyers and construction industry professionals to develop expertise in an increasingly complex area of specialist contract work.
Construction Law is constantly developing through case law and legislation to meet the challenges thrown up by the development of the industry worldwide.
Successful completion of the course provides you with additional benefits:
enhanced career advancement
improved service to clients
potential satisfaction of your professional CPD obligations
a further academic qualification as tangible evidence of your expertise
networking opportunities with professionals from all sectors of the industry
ability for non-lawyer graduates to apply for membership to the Association of Commercial Attorneys. This membership allows you to conduct certain matters before the Scottish courts.
Core modules:
Law & Practice of Construction Management
Context of Construction
Legal Process & The Law of Contract and Other Obligations
Law of the Construction Industry
Construction Dispute Resolution
Dissertation
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