About the course

Global commercial transactions are becoming more complex, posing new legal challenges.

　　On this course, you’ll:

　　look at the law in a commercial setting

　　learn to resolve business disputes between or among transnational parties through the use of arbitrators and through courts

　　explore the legal framework governing commercial activities and cross-border transactions

　　develop the practical skills needed to act as a legal adviser during international commercial transactions

　　learn to assess cutting-edge scenarios and recent reforms in international commercial law.

　　This course is ideal if you’re already a legal practitioner or in business and wish to gain an understanding of the legal context for international business deals. It’s also suitable for anyone preparing for further research in this area.

　　Throughout your studies, you’ll have the opportunity to network with professionals, practitioners and activists from around the world. These networks will also be valuable after you graduate. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 1 Year(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Autumn (September), 2024	Brighton
Autumn (September), 2025	Brighton

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for University of Sussex

You should normally have an upper second-class (2.1) undergraduate honours degree or above.

　　Your qualification should be in law. In exceptional cases, you may be considered for the course if you have other professional qualifications or experience of equivalent standing.

　　IELTS (Academic) - Standard level (6.5 overall, including at least 6.0 in each component). TOEFL (iBT) - 88 overall, including at least 20 in Listening, 19 in Reading, 21 in Speaking, 23 in Writing.

　　

English language requirements

　　6.0

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 80.0

　　The next application deadline is 01 August 2024

Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at University of Sussex. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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World ranking

　　201st / 1250

　　THE World ranking50th / 130

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