University of Essex

LLM Law and Technology

University of Essex

Course overview

The University of Essex offers a Master’s programme in Law and Technology that explains the legal system and how technology functions within it. The course covers topics like online security, data protection, and intellectual property rights.

Students will learn about laws that govern personal data, such as the GDPR and CCPA, which focus on how personal information is used after it is collected. The curriculum also addresses how copyright and trademark laws apply to software and digital content.

Additionally, the programme teaches how to negotiate for technology licenses and digital services. By the end of the course, students will gain the skills to develop technology products and handle legal challenges. Learning is through lectures, discussions, workshops, assignments, and group projects. Assessments include written essays, tests, presentations, and a final project.

Entry requirements

Grade Requirements:

  • International students require a 2:2 degree in Law or a 2:2 joint honours degree in another subject with Law.

  • Alternatively, applicants without a Law degree who have at least six months of relevant professional experience may also be considered.

English Proficiency:

  • International students need an IELTS score of 6.5 overall, with at least 6.0 in Writing and 5.5 in the other areas. Other accepted English tests include TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, and Cambridge English.

Scholarships

  • Alumni Loyalty Discount

    First Class or Distinction, 2.1 or Merit, 2.2 or successful completion of a Masters, Graduate or PG Diploma - 20%.

    Up to 20% of fees

  • Essex Futures BT– Masters Scholarship

    School of Computer Science and Electronic Engineering (CSEE) is delighted to be offering up to six scholarship worth £5,500 each for 1 year full time.

    Up to £5,500

  • Global Talent Masters Scholarship

    You could be eligible for a scholarship worth £5,000, paid as a discount on your tuition fee.

    Up to £5,000

  • Hugh Brogan Bursary

    If you are applying to study a History MA degree, you could be eligible for one of four available cash bursaries worth £2,500.

    Up to £2,500

  • Postgraduate Masters (PGT) International Health Bursary

    The University is offering a bursary of £776 for Masters (PGT) international students.

    Up to £776

  • Postgraduate Premium Pathway Scholarship

    You could be eligible for a tuition fee discount of £6,500, for your first year of study at Essex.

    Up to £6,500

  • Sociology and Criminology - Fuller PGT Scholarship

    The Department of Sociology and Criminology is offering scholarships of £11,025 to support six postgraduate students to study within the department in 2026-2027.

    Up to £11,025

  • The Eleonore Koch Travel Fund

    The School of Philosophical, Historical & Interdisciplinary Studies is offering a bursary of up to £5,000.

  • The Essex MBA Dean's Award

    The school is able to offer fee discounts between 10% - 100% of tuition fee value.

  • The Ronald J. Hill Fund

    The department of Government is offering a bursary of £3,000 to assist one postgraduate student within the department of Government to assist with tuition fees or living costs.

    Up to £3,000

  • University of Sanctuary Scholarship

Career opportunities

Graduates of the LLM Law and Technology from the University of Essex can work in roles including:

 

  • Technology Policy Advisor

  • Data Protection and Privacy Lawyer

  • Cybersecurity Legal Consultant

  • Intellectual Property (IP) Counsel

  • Legal Researcher

Cost of study

The tuition fee for international students offering the LLM Law and Technology at the University of Essex is £23,875.

Admission

International students are encouraged to submit their applications via the university's website. For assistance with your application, contact AHZ counsellors now.

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