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 and represented the UK in the International Client Counselling Competition.

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.

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 

S1	EU Law in a Global Context (15) and International Law Research (15)	Comparative Company Law
S2	Designated Option (30)	Designated Option (30)
S3	Major Research Project in International Business Law (60) AB460999D

 
Semester 2 Designated Options (60) TWO from: 
Competition Law in the International Context
Corporate and Financial Regulation
Corporate Insolvency Law: an International Perspective
Environmental Law and Business
International Business Law in Context
International Business Litigation
International Employment Law
International Governance
Independent Learning Module
International Tax Law

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

Semester one contain compulsory modules which underpin the option (designate) modules taken in Semester two.

Teaching
Teaching takes place in three hour blocks. The purpose of these is to provide a structured and directed framework within which each student can develop their own knowledge and understanding of the subject. This will be achieved by each seminar having defined research tasks or activities to be undertaken either prior to the seminar or after the seminar to focus private study.

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.

Distance Learning Mode
We are currently developing this Course for delivery on a distance learning basis. That is, where study is undertaken from home using pre-prepared materials and access to tutor support by electronic means. If you are interested in discussing this method of study further, please contact us on the Contact details given below. 

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

Tel: 0845 196 3203
Int: +44 (0)1245 493131
Email: tom.mortimer@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