Law LLM

This course will provide you with an opportunity to further develop your knowledge of Law, particularly in areas affected by international and comparative law. You will be introduced to the relevant rules, values and institutions of comparative and international law, which then feed into, and aim to challenge your learning, through study topics including public international law, international human rights, commercial law, and corporate social responsibility.

On successful completion, you should be able to: Evidence a critical understanding of the theories, concepts, values, principles and rules of international law within an institutional, social and global context.Critically understand the various theories, concepts, values and principles of constitutional law within comparative constitutions.Demonstrate understanding of contemporary issues and developments within various areas of constitutional law, public international law and human rights, and commercial and corporate law.Identify, synthesise and critically analyse relevant and in-depth information from primary and secondary legal sources, using both digital and non-digital resources.Draw reasoned and critical conclusions through the application of legal principles and knowledge to complex real-life and/or hypothetical legal, political and commercial problems.Evidence enhanced intellectual independence including addressing and resolving legal and related questions, acquiring new knowledge, addressing and resolving ambiguity and engaging in critical analysis and evaluation.Demonstrate an awareness of social responsibility and ethical behaviour in an academic and vocational capacity.Effectively communicate, by explaining and conveying information at various levels appropriate to the audience.Demonstrate self-management and an ability to work and research independently and collaboratively.Critically evaluate the principles of developing and proposing strategy for leading strategic change. The skills learnt and practised throughout the Law LLM course can be utilised by those intending to enter the legal profession in the UK and overseas. However, the utility of the course is not restricted to those who wish to pursue a career in legal practice, as the skills and attributes developed and acquired throughout the course are translatable to many other career destinations. The course is designed to prepare you for the global jobs market, further graduate-level study (PhD) or a career in academia. Please note that further study opportunities may be subject to competitive application, availability, meeting any applicable visa requirements and additional costs may apply. Coventry University is committed to preparing you for your future career and giving you a competitive edge in the graduate job market. The university’s Talent Team provide a wide range of support services to help you plan and prepare for your career.