LLM International Commercial and Business Law

LLM International Commercial and Business Law

Overview

The LLM International Commercial and Business Law programme at the University of Essex provides specialised education in global commerce law. It combines theoretical legal knowledge with practical application, focusing on the legal frameworks that govern international business and commercial activities.

The University of Essex is ranked 12th in the UK in the Guardian University Guide 2026, reflecting its strong overall performance across the UK higher education sector.

The programme covers areas including international sale of goods, corporate governance, commercial dispute resolution, banking, international trade and commercial conflict of laws. Students also undertake research-based study through a dissertation, developing advanced legal research and analytical skills.

Objectives

    The programme aims to develop advanced knowledge and understanding of international commercial and business law while preparing students to analyse complex legal issues arising in global commerce.

    Students develop expertise across key areas of commercial law, including corporate governance, international trade, banking, dispute resolution and commercial conflicts. The programme also develops research and analytical capabilities through academic study and a final dissertation, supporting progression into professional and academic pathways.

Programme duration

1 Year

The LLM International Commercial and Business Law is a year-long degree programme.

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