LLM Commercial Law and International Trade

The LLM Commercial Law and International Trade at the University of Sunderland is designed for individuals who already hold an undergraduate degree and wish to specialise in business and international trade law. This programme helps students develop key professional competencies such as Advanced Legal Skills and a strong understanding of law from an international perspective.

The course combines classroom-based learning with independent research. Students attend weekly three-hour seminars that are highly interactive and require thorough preparation. As a Master’s programme, it encourages a greater degree of independent study and self-directed learning compared to undergraduate study.

For the final research project, known as the dissertation, each student is assigned an academic supervisor for guidance. Students can choose a dissertation topic aligned with their interests, ensuring an engaging and relevant research experience. Assessment is primarily through written essays — typically one 5,000-word essay per module. Completing this LLM will strengthen students’ career prospects in global business, international law, and legal consultancy roles.

The University of Sunderland is a public university located in the North East of England. While it gained university status in 1992, its origins date back to Sunderland Technical College in 1901. The university is known for transforming lives through education and providing opportunities for students from all backgrounds to achieve academic success.

Sunderland offers a welcoming and diverse international community, with students from over 100 countries — more than 40% of its student population. It has been ranked among the Top 30 universities in the UK and has earned recognition for its world-class research, with over 70% of its academic work rated as world-leading or internationally excellent.

Grade Requirements:

• Applicants must hold at least a 2:2 honours degree or a GPA of 2.40 out of 5 in a relevant discipline.

English Proficiency:

• IELTS: Overall score of 6.0 with no component below 5.5 (or an equivalent qualification).

The tuition fee for the LLM Commercial Law and International Trade at the University of Sunderland is £17,000 per year. Please note that fees are subject to change.

The University of Sunderland provides various financial aid options for international students in the form of automatic tuition fee reductions. The Global Leaders Scholarship is the primary support available, offering up to a £4,500 reduction in tuition fees for eligible postgraduate students.

This scholarship is applied automatically — no separate application is required. The discount appears directly on the student’s conditional offer letter upon successful acceptance to the programme.

Graduates of the LLM Commercial Law and International Trade from the University of Sunderland can pursue careers in a range of legal and business roles, including:

• Corporate Lawyer
• Legal Counsel
• International Trade Specialist
• Contract Manager
• Compliance Officer

Applications can be submitted directly through the University of Sunderland online application portal. For personalised assistance, our expert counsellors at AHZ are available to guide you through every step of the process.