LLM International Commercial and Corporate Law

Learn from top academics at a leading UK Law School who have specialist knowledge of commercial and corporate law, from corporate governance to insolvency law and international private law. You’ll explore how corporate and commercial law shapes business and vice versa at a national and international level.

You will gain essential legal skills and in-depth technical knowledge from the expertise of our leading academics as you build specialist legal knowledge. This course will prepare you for your next career move, whether you’re new to Law or already working in or studying the field.

Why Lancaster?

• Learn from our expert team and their up-to-the-minute research into matters of national and international importance

• Be inspired by innovative teaching delivered by leading legal educators

• Prepare for a legal role – gain core knowledge along with insight into international commercial and corporate law

• Follow your interests and tailor the course with your choice of modules and areas of focus

• Benefit professionally from our strong links to chambers and law firms across the UK, including Magic Circle firms in London

Expert legal team

Our academics carry out leading research in a variety of areas connected to commercial and corporate law – from insolvency to business and human rights, and corporate social responsibility. This ensures that what we teach you about legal, jurisprudential and socio-legal issues is always informed by the latest developments, research, and practice.

Perspectives about the role of business in society are shifting. You’ll learn about significant changes to the way commercial and corporate law operates and discuss pressing issues, such as the input of business into the climate crisis. We will share the latest developments in the field whilst equipping you with the necessary skills required to apply and reflect on contemporary commercial and corporate law issues.

You'll find your tutors are accessible to you. They are committed to delivering innovative, inspiring teaching and focused on providing excellent student support.

Prepare for your future

On Lancaster’s LLM International Commercial and Corporate Law programme you will develop your legal skills and expertise in commercial and corporate law. You will gain insight into theoretical approaches to the study of law, as well as practical guidance on research methods. As you acquire proficiency in law and legal studies, you’ll acquire the expertise you need to access a wide range of career options.

The programme is suitable for you if you are:

• Looking for in-depth knowledge of commercial and corporate law

• Needing to enhance your Continuing Professional Development (CPD)

• Aiming to be in the legal sector and need a wider, critical appreciation of the law

• Already working in the legal system and want a higher-level qualification

• Wishing to progress to a PhD in commercial and corporate law or a related subject

A tailored approach

You will have the flexibility and freedom to choose from a range of corporate and commercial law modules that match your interests and ambitions.

In your dissertation you will address a key legal question or issue and apply the skills and knowledge you have learned on the course to bring fresh insight into an area of law that interests you. Past students have looked at areas such as diverse as takeovers, business rescue, shareholder activism, international commercial arbitration and litigation, and World Trade Organisation rules.

Boost your career

We will ensure you have the opportunity to build your professional network via our strong links to chambers and law firms across the UK, including Magic Circle firms in London.

Whether you wish to advance your existing career trajectory or start a new journey into a law-focused career, or even follow the path of advanced academic study, the LLM International Commercial and Corporate Law programme will prepare you through developing your skills and expertise in commercial and corporate law and legal studies.