Anglia Ruskin University
Anglia Law School 

“As a sign of its growing reputation, Anglia Law School came sixth in The Times Good University Guide (2005) ranking of “new” universities in the UK” 

Anglia Law School, as well as coming sixth in The Times Good University Guide ranking of “new” universities in the UK, has demonstrated a particular excellence in legal skills (mooting, debating and client interviewing) both nationally and internationally. Our students have, in recent years, won The Observer National Mooting Competition, the National Client Interviewing Competition which, in 2009, Anglia Ruskin Law School students won for a record sixth time and represented the UK in the International Client Counselling Competition. Anglia Law School was placed in the top 50 universities within the UK to study Law - Gurdian University Guide. 

The LLM International Business Law is a combination of theory and practice that is relevant to international practice and business. The Course provides an opportunity to undertake study informed by an openness to neighbouring disciplines such as governance; economics and political influences. It will enable students to develop the skills of legal reasoning, analysis, research and independent judgement through a learning experience combining independent study and group contact with tutors. In addition to the teaching delivered by academic staff guest speakers drawn from the legal and allied professions regularly contribute to the academic diet of the programme.

Teaching takes place on the Cambridge campus which offers excellent facilities for both study and leisure. Anglia Law School also has links with the University of Cambridge allowing our students to attend Open Seminars and take advantage of the extensive texts and other materials available within the University of Cambridge Squire Library.

How the LLM is organised
The LLM in International Business Law is taught over one year-full time (two twelve week semesters). In addition, there is then a dissertation to complete. Teaching takes place from the end of September to December and February to May. It is possible to start the LLM in either September or February. To be awarded the LLM it is necessary to successfully complete 180 credits. The LLM International Business Law is currently structured as follows: 

Full-time 

This list is indicative. Modules will be available subject to satisfactory demand and tutor availability.

Teaching
Both Business Law in the Global Context and the International Law Research module will run intensively over the first 2 weeks of the semester (depending on whether a student starts in September or February) with assessment in week 3. All other compulsory Modules are taught over 9 weeks, 30 credit modules will be delivered by 4 hours per week in two hour blocks. 15 credit modules will be delivered by 2 hour teaching over a different day.

Dissertation
As part of their LLM studies, students are required – having successfully completed the taught elements of the Course – to undertake a 25,000 word dissertation. This can be on any topic related to International Business Law subject only to appropriate supervision being available. Students will be invited to confirm their topic towards the end of their second semester of study. But, we strongly urge students to think about and discuss their proposed topic as early as possible. Topics in the past have included: mergers and acquisitions; commercial dispute resolution; aspects of intellectual property law; corporate mobility; insider dealing and the development of a code of contract law. Students are supported throughout the dissertation process by a supervisor and various workshops, including research methods.

Assessment
This varies from module to module. Typically, this will include a written report (6,000 words) and a presentation (20 minutes). But, might also be: a portfolio of activities to be submitted; on-line activities; time-constrained exercises (for example, a 72 hour take home paper) and examinations.

Entry Requirements
Usually, a degree in law or a degree, such as business or accountancy, with a substantive element of law at 2:2 or better is required. For those for whom English is not their first language a proficiency in English, to IELTS 6.5 or equivalent, is required. We also welcome applications from those with other experience or qualifications which are of a similar level. Please contact us if you think you might fall into this category. Many of our students are international. This provides a breadth of experience and opportunity to consider not only the theory relating to international business, but also to hear from those with direct experience of such issues.

Contact Details
Dr Rhidian Lewis
Pathway Leader LLM International Business Law
Anglia Law School
Anglia Ruskin University
Bishop Hall Lane
Chelmsford
Essex CM1 1SQ

Tel: 0845 196 3820
Int: +44 (0)1245 493131 ext 3820
Email: rhidian.lewis@anglia.ac.uk

Hilary Turner
Course Administrator
Anglia Law School
Anglia Ruskin University
East Road
Cambridge CB1 1PT

Tel: 0845 196 2935;
Email: hilary.turner@anglia.ac.uk

School website: www.anglia.ac.uk/law