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The City Law School is one of London’s major law schools. Offering
an impressive range of academic and professional courses, it is the
first law school in London to educate students and practitioners at
all stages of legal education.
Contents
03 Introduction 36 LLM in International Commercial Law
04 10 reasons to choose The City Law School 39 M.Jur in International Commercial Law
06 Facilities and Services 41 LLM in Maritime Law
08 Careers in Law 42 LLM in Criminal Litigation
10 Graduate Diploma in Law 45 LLM in Civil Litigation and Dispute Resolution
12 Graduate Entry LLB (Hons) 48 PhD, MPhil or LLM by Research
16 Legal Practice Course 50 Scholarships and Prizes
24 The Bar Professional Training Course 52 Location, location, location
32 LLM in Professional Legal Skills 54 World-class legal education
34 LLM in Professional Legal Practice in the heart of London
The City Law School
World-class legal education in the heart of London
Postgraduate Studies
Our postgraduate courses are suitable for both law and non-law graduates. The conversion
courses offer non-law graduates the opportunity to move into this exciting and rewarding
profession whilst our Masters allow students to develop their knowledge and understanding
in specific areas of law. We encourage research in appropriate fields of law by PhD, MPhil or
LLM and have been recognised by the RAE as producing research of world leading quality.
We provide an intimate, friendly and stimulating environment for study and work closely with
the profession and its regulatory bodies to ensure each of our courses fully meets the needs
of our students and practitioners.
Professor Susan Nash was called to the bar in 1979 and Susan has been published widely and is the co-author of
is a door tenant at Tooks Chambers. Susan read law at several books including: International Criminal Law (Routledge
the London School of Economics before obtaining her 2007), The Cartel Offence (Hart, 2004) and Essential Human
PhD at the University of Aberdeen. She teaches the law Rights Cases (Jordans, 2002). She has been employed as a
of evidence and international criminal law, and her research consultant on a range of European Commission and British
interests include criminal procedure and evidence, human Council projects, and is a visiting professor at Bahcesehir
rights, mutual legal assistance and EU criminal law. University, Istanbul.
Professional Courses
At The City Law School, our professional legal courses are recognised throughout the world
as amongst the very best available. Each course is fully accredited by the relevant professional
body and is developed and delivered by our team of highly respected practitioners and
academics.
Our Gray’s Inn campus (formerly known as the Inns of Court School of Law) is based in
the heart of legal London and has earned a strong national and international reputation for
excellence in professional skills training. We aim to develop professional, dynamic, highly
motivated and practice-ready lawyers.
Professor Keane was called to the Bar in 1978 and his He is the author of The Modern Law of Evidence
professional experience has included sitting as a part-time and a co-author of Blackstone’s Criminal Practice
chairman of employment tribunals. and Blackstone’s Civil Practice.
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10 good reasons
one great Law School
1. QUALITY 6. RESOURCES
At The City Law School you are taught by experienced A full range of study resources are available, including
lecturers and learn alongside other high calibre students our modern, professional libraries based at both of our
allowing you to benefit fully from your time spent at campuses and our extensive IT service. Our support
the school. staff are also there to ensure that you are able to make
the most of what The City Law School and City University
2. REPUTATION London has to offer.
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Facilities and Services:
Supporting your study, facilitating your development
Advice and News > Interview and, under supervision, advise real clients
The School Office provides a one-stop-shop advice service. in one of our Advice Clinics
They are happy to deal with any queries relating to your > Work for a law centre or specialist legal charity such
course and can also provide information and advice on as Inquest or Business in the Community
finance and accommodation services. The University’s
Student Advice Centre also provides support and There is also the opportunity to work through FRU (the Free
information on a wide range of issues. Representation Unit) representing clients at employment
and social security tribunals.
We produce regular newsletters to keep you up-to-date
with what’s happening in the School and the world of law.
If you’re an aspiring solicitor, Legal Eye, gives you the latest
news from the profession, and for intending barristers,
In Brief, keeps you informed of the latest developments
at the Bar.
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Your Learning Environment Your University
Teaching Accommodation City University London
Our interactive lecture theatres and teaching rooms provide As a student at The City Law School, part of City University
the perfect learning environment for the modern day London, you will enjoy all of the benefits of the wider
student. Fully equipped with DVD playback, PC network University and its associated facilities.
and projection facilities our teaching accommodation will
enable you to get the most out of your time in class. Benefits include: a dedicated careers service; a modern
sports and leisure centre; an extensive IT service; and a
Digital Recording Facilities Student Union that offers a whole host of entertainment
In addition to the digital recording facilities in all of our and clubs. As a student at The City Law School you will
teaching rooms at our Gray’s Inn campus there are ten enjoy the full university experience.
digital recording rooms and a play-back suite available
for your use. There is also a library of DVDs demonstrating Fairness and Equality
advocacy, interviewing and advising and negotiation skills. We believe in the fair and equal treatment of all those
who take our courses. The School welcomes students
Library & Information Services with disabilities or specific learning difficulties.
You will benefit from modern, professional libraries based
within the main building of the University and our Gray’s Prospective students are encouraged to identify such
Inn campus. The University library stocks a wide range of needs in the application process so that their particular
practitioner texts, and a dedicated Law Librarian is always requirements can be considered by the Disabilities
available to support you with research questions and and Specific Learning Difficulties Co-ordinator at an
material sourcing. early stage.
Arranged over three floors, the library at our Gray’s Inn Any disclosure of disability or specific learning difficulties
campus has numerous reader spaces and PC workstations will be dealt with in accordance with the confidentiality
with access to e-mail and an extensive range of networked provisions of the relevant legislation.
legal databases. The library also stocks a wide range of
practitioner texts and supporting legal texts. Information about the University, its courses and facilities
is available in the Postgraduate Prospectus.
Lawbore & Lawbore Professional
The City Law School also has its own legal resource portals, For your free copy, call +44 (0)20 7040 8014,
Lawbore and Lawbore Professional, which offer you quick email registry@city.ac.uk or visit www.city.ac.uk today!
and easy access to the latest research materials, legislative
updates, library services and study news.
IT Facilities
We provide an extensive IT service including support for
the Microsoft Office package. All terminals have access “I thoroughly enjoyed my time at The City Law School…
to email and the internet, and a wide range of software
there is a strong community spirit and a well-equipped,
is available. Our friendly IT support staff are available
to deal with any queries. supportive learning environment. The lecturers, as well
as having a strong passion for the law, get to know
Home Access students very well.”
Online services accessible on your computer at home
include the teaching materials on the School’s virtual Amy Kennedy
learning environment (VLE) and a wide range of full-text Trainee Solicitor, Skadden, Arps, Slate,
databases and other legal information. You can also Meagher & Flom (UK) LLP
access your email messages from home.
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Careers in Law:
The City Law School and You…
Qualified lawyers are always in demand, not only in the The various routes into law are mapped out below. The
practice of law (as a solicitor or barrister), but also in the City Law School offers each of the courses listed enabling
worlds of commerce, finance and government. For those you to build your career with us as you progress through
who do wish to become practising lawyers, there are a the various stages of your formal legal education, before
number of routes into the professions starting the work-based portion of your training.
Qualifying degree in
Non-qualifying law degree LLB (Hons) LLB Law & Property Valuation
or other degree other than English Law English Law
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Graduate Diploma in Law (GDL)
Route: Full-time
Dr David Herling, Course Director As Course Director, David takes a keen interest David lectures on Constitutional and
BA, DPhil (Oxon), Barrister, in the development of every Graduate Diploma Administrative Law, Legal Ethics and Contract
Senior Lecturer in Law in Law student and encourages students and Law. Since qualifying as a barrister in 1991 he
teaching staff to have an open and has retained a particular interest in the academic
communicative relationship throughout the and practical stages of training for the Bar.
duration of the course and beyond. He has contributed to several leading legal
journals in this country and in Israel.
Overview
First developed in 1976, this nationally renowned course was one of the first of the Common
Professional Examination courses for non-law graduates wishing to start training for a career
in law. Our GDL course has an unrivalled reputation within the profession for the quality
of its teaching and the ability of its students.
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What additional opportunities are there on this course?
We have strong links with the professions enabling us “I chose The City Law School as the best place
to bring the world of law to you. Throughout the year to do the Graduate Diploma in Law, with a reputation
we organise a variety of events, which give you access recognised in the legal world, the chance to study
to representatives from leading firms and chambers. with excellent students and work under the supervision
In addition, for aspiring solicitors we also hold the of some of the most widely respected law professors.
Law and Practice Forum – a series of talks delivered The academic support offered is excellent and ‘City’
by solicitors from international law firms. has all the things you could want from a university.”
At The City Law School we run an annual internal mooting Antony Hook
competition where you can act as counsel and argue a
BA History (UCL), GDL and BVC
point of law before a practising judge, and also take part
(The City Law School)
in external mooting competitions. Mooting is a great way
to develop important legal skills such as research and
analysis whilst also gaining experience of public speaking
and argument.
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Graduate Entry LLB (Hons)
Route: Full-time
Simon Goulding, Course Director Simon joined The City Law School in 2004 Simon’s research interests include Corporate
BA, LLM, Barrister, after teaching previously at the Norwich Law Governance, Company Law and Land Law,
Senior Lecturer in Law School at the University of East Anglia. especially Anglo-American Comparative
As Course Director of the Graduate Entry LLB, Property Law.
Simon has created a vibrant and productive
environment for study and encourages students
to think freely and question what they are
learning in order to really make the course
their own.
Overview
The Graduate Entry LLB (Hons) provides accelerated learning for non-law graduates, allowing
you to achieve your LLB Law degree in just two years rather than the usual three. Successful
completion of this course qualifies you to progress to the professional legal skills courses all
UK lawyers are required to take, the LPC for solicitors and the BPTC for barristers.
What will I study? In addition, in Year Two you also take three options
In Year One you will study four of the seven core foundation from a list of elective subjects, including
subjects that are usually covered in an undergraduate law > Domestic and International Banking Law
degree. In Year Two you will study the remaining three > Company Law
core subjects and have the opportunity to enhance your > Commercial Law
knowledge of particular areas of law by choosing three > Competition Law
elective subjects. > Maritime Law
> Media Law
Year One: > Criminal Law
> Constitutional and Administrative Law > Employment Law
> Contract Law > The Law of Landlord and Tenant
> Criminal Law > Family Law
> Tort Law > Child Law
> English Legal System > European Human Rights Law
> International Human Rights Law
Year Two: > Intellectual Property
> Equity and Trusts > Public International Law
> European Community Law > International Criminal Law
> Land Law
You may choose to complete a 12,000 word dissertation
in place of one of these electives. The range of elective
subjects offered in any one year is subject to availability
and demand.
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How will I be taught? How will this course help me achieve
You will be taught through a combination of lectures my career aspirations?
and tutorials, which occupy around 10 hours each week. Successful completion of this course qualifies you to
You will be taught in a separate cohort of Graduate Entry progress to the professional legal skills courses all UK
LLB (Hons) students for the core subjects and together lawyers are required to take, the LPC for solicitors and the
with the LLB third years for electives. BPTC for barristers. City Law School GE LLB graduates are
guaranteed a place on our Legal Practice Course (subject
Instruction in the use of legal materials, legal writing to meeting entry requirements) and are strongly encouraged
and in legal research (including use of electronic retrieval to apply for our Bar Professional Training Course (Please
systems) is also an integral part of the course. note: The Bar Standards Board does not allow providers
to guarantee places on this course).
How will I be assessed?
The predominant method of assessment is by written
examination, but some core modules are assessed
by a combination of coursework and examination.
“As an international student intending to qualify as
What additional opportunities are there on this course?
We have strong links with the profession enabling us to
a barrister, The City Law School provides a gateway to
bring the world of law to you. Throughout the year we the legal profession not only in the UK but throughout
organise a variety of events, to give you unique access the Commonwealth. The increasing trends towards both
to representatives from leading firms and chambers. European and North American integration have created
In addition, for aspiring solicitors we also hold the Law a demand for a more dynamic lawyer in the 21st century.
and Practice Forum, which is a series of talks delivered The composition of the Graduate Entry LLB course
by solicitors in international practice. provides students with a solid foundation to meet
these new demands with confidence.”
At The City Law School we run an annual internal mooting
competition where you can act as a counsel, and argue Cabral Douglas
a point of law before a judge. Mooting is a great way
BA Political Science (Concordia University, Montreal),
to develop important legal skills such as research and
Graduate Entry LLB (The City Law School)
analysis whilst also gaining experience of public speaking
and argument.
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Applications and Finance
Graduate Diploma in Law (GDL) and Graduate Entry LLB (Hons)
How do I apply?
Graduate Diploma in Law Fees (2010/11)
Applications should be made online through the Central You will be advised of the fees for 2010/11 on application,
Applications Board. Applications can be made from early but for your reference the fees for 2009/2010 were
November each year and must be submitted by 1 February as follows:
the following year. For more information visit:
www.lawcabs.ac.uk Graduate Diploma in Law
Full-time: UK/EU £7,885
Overseas Students £8,558
Graduate Entry LLB
Applications should be made online through UCAS. Graduate Entry LLB
Applications open in September each year for enrolment Full-time: UK/EU £4,305
in the following September. Late applicants run the risk Overseas Students £9,400
that the course may be full after the initial round of offers
has been made, so don’t miss out, make sure you get
yours in early!
How can I finance my course?
You can apply online NOW at www.ucas.com We are aware that financing your university course
can be a concern and we are keen to set competitive
Entry Requirements fees that maintain open access to higher education,
A degree (in any subject), of at least a second class whilst ensuring we can resource the highest quality
honours standard, conferred by a university in the United courses available.
Kingdom or Republic of Ireland or by the Council for
National Academic Awards. Or, an approved degree The following means of funding are most commonly
conferred by a university outside the United Kingdom used by our students:
and Republic of Ireland, and a good knowledge of the > Career development loans
English language. > Grant making trusts and charities
> Part-time work
The rules governing admission to practise law vary from > Scholarships
country to country. Before applying, applicants wishing
to take either the GDL or GE LLB as a step towards
becoming a lawyer outside England and Wales are
strongly advised to check with the appropriate body
in the country in which they wish to qualify/practise
that these course are accepted.
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Legal Practice Course
(Postgraduate Diploma in Legal Practice)
Route: Full-time
Amanda Fancourt, Course Director Amanda is a qualified solicitor, having practised She joined CLS in 2008 as a senior lecturer.
LLB (European), Solicitor in the City. She was a lecturer on the LPC Her interests are skills and ethics in vocational
Senior Lecturer in Law at the Oxford Institute of Legal Practice for education, and she is a recent past Chair
11 years, before joining the UK Centre for of the Association of Law Teachers.
Legal Education, University of Warwick, in
2005 as Vocational Education Developer.
Overview
Our Legal Practice Course (LPC) has been designed to ensure that you are fully prepared
for the demands of the modern legal profession.
We offer both Stages One and Two of the LPC (subject to validation). You can choose to study
the whole LPC with us or any combination of Stages One and Two. Successful completion of
both Stages One and Two entitles you to progress to the next phase of your vocational training
as an intending solicitor. In addition, if you successfully complete Stage One with us you will be
awarded a Postgraduate Certificate in Legal Practice, or if you complete both Stages One and
Two with us you will receive a Postgraduate Diploma in Legal Practice.
The quality of our LPC has been recognised consistently by the Solicitors Regulation Authority
(SRA), who have repeatedly awarded us the highest grading in all areas of the course.
Our Postgraduate Diploma in Legal Practice, Postgraduate > Stage Two is full-time from March to June with
Certificate in Legal Practice and Stage Two vocational elec- face-to-face teaching four days per week and one
tives are dynamic and transaction-based. They have been day for private study. (This does not necessarily have
designed to ensure that whether you study the complete to be in 2011, but both Stages One and Two must be
Diploma with us or either Stage One or Two you incre- successfully completed within five years of sitting your
mentally acquire the skills and knowledge you need to first assessment at Stage One)
begin a training contract/work based learning
or the next stage in your career. > Stage Two may also be completed by any of the
combinations set out in the Stage Two bullet point
The Postgraduate Diploma in Legal Practice on page 17 (but both Stages One and Two must be
(known as the Legal Practice Course). successfully completed within five years of sitting your
> Awarded to those students who are successful in both first assessment at Stage One)
Stages One and Two at The City Law School
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The Postgraduate Certificate in Legal Practice Stage Two
> Awarded to those students who are successful in > A complete Stage Two consists of three separate
Stage One at The City Law School vocational elective subjects
> Stage One is full-time from September 2010 to February > A complete Stage Two is full-time from March to June
2011 with face-to-face teaching four days per week and 2011 with face-to-face teaching four days per week and
one day for private study one day for private study
> Students will be provided with a transcript of their > One or two vocational elective subjects can be studied
assessment results from March to June 2011 spread across four days a week.
Students may complete the other one or two vocational
> Students may, in addition, study Stage Two at the electives in the same timeframe each year, but both
School to be awarded a Postgraduate Diploma in Stages One and Two must be successfully completed
Legal Practice (see previous page) within five years of sitting your first assessment at Stage
One if you wish to progress on to the next phase of
vocational training for intending solicitors – a training
contract/work based learning
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What will I study? Commercial Cluster
Our Stages One and Two are taught at Masters level > Advanced Litigation
rather than at degree level. Like all other LPCs, our Stage > Commercial Dispute Resolution
One consists of the activities listed below. Each element > Commercial Law and Practice
of Stage One is developed to deliver the relevant legal > Equity Finance
skills/knowledge that all trainee solicitors/work based > Mergers, Acquisitions and Takeovers
learners need.
Litigation Cluster
Stage One > Advanced Litigation
> Professional Conduct and Regulation > Commercial Dispute Resolution
(including Solicitors’ Accounts) > Employment Law and Practice
> Wills and Administration of Estates > Family Law and Practice
> Taxation
Hybrid Cluster:
Core Practice Areas: > Advanced Litigation
> Business Law and Practice > Commercial Law and Practice
> Property Law and Practice > Employment Law and Practice
> Civil and Criminal Litigation > Private Client
Skills subjects: The range of elective subjects offered in any one year
> Practical Legal Research is subject to availability and demand.
> Legal Writing
> Legal Drafting Full details of the syllabus for the course can be found
> Interviewing and Advising on our website: www.city.ac.uk/law
> Advocacy
How will I be taught?
Stage Two This course marks the start of your legal career, so
Our Stage Two is designed to equip you with the detailed you are expected to attend and work as you would
knowledge and skills required for your future choices of if you were in practice.
specialist areas of law. You need to study three vocational
electives. You can choose all three from one of our specialist Both Stages One and Two closely replicate the demands
clusters or you can mix and match between clusters. Once and disciplines of practice through realistic and engaging
you have been accepted onto Stage Two, we will advise exercises with particular focus on Commercial Awareness,
you of the most appropriate combinations. Professional Conduct and Regulation, and Legal Skills.
They are designed to provide you with transferable skills
which can be applied in a variety of contexts. The training
materials reflect the work you will do during the early
years of practice and are made available to you both
in hard copy and online.
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Our quality teaching staff bring a wide range of experience Feedback, including self-assessment and peer assessment,
and specialist practice to our course. We offer: is central to the development of your legal skills, and
> Direct and continuing experience of practice your own professional (and even personal) development.
> Exceptional, personalised training
> A wide range of specialist subjects In order to make sure that our feedback is useful to you,
we ensure that:
Our Stage One and Stage Two timetables consist of: > All of our staff are fully trained in giving effective feedback
> Four days teaching each week > The criteria for all skills modules are highlighted for
(equating to around 15-18 hours class contact time) students in the introductory stages
> One day for preparation, professional development > All skills-based small group sessions focus on particular
and research each week aspects of the assessment criteria
> 20 plus hours of private study and preparation
work each week Full details of the assessment framework can be found
on our website: www.city.ac.uk/law
Our Stage Two may be studied in various combinations
as outlined in the overview above.
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What additional opportunities are there on this course? How will this course help me to achieve
There are a number of elements incorporated into the my career aspirations?
course which are essential to being an effective solicitor, We place a strong emphasis on the individual professional
or professional in any area: development of every one of our students and offer you
numerous opportunities to participate in “live client” work
> Self-assessment through The City Law School Pro Bono Advice Unit.
> Peer assessment
> Critical analysis Further, the transferable skills acquired on the course
are likely to be of interest to a wide range of potential
Our students are regularly encouraged to participate employers. We seek to ensure that everyone who takes
in the International Client Interviewing competitions our Postgraduate Diploma in Legal Practice is fully aware
and Cross-course Mooting competitions in order to build of the full range of career options.
confidence and hone skills in a safe but exciting arena.
Training contract and careers advice is available to you
The course also benefits from a close relationship with as soon as you accept your place with us. Next, you will
our sister school, Cass Business School, which enables be allocated a personal adviser on your first day with us,
us to offer our students exclusive optional lectures be it for Stage One and/or Stage Two or part of Stage Two.
on business-related subjects and commercial issues.
Expert advisers will assist you throughout the course in
Both the course and careers teams are dedicated to obtaining work experience before applying for your training
assisting you with reaching your goals. You may already contract, with interview preparation through CV clinics,
have secured a training contract or you may be in the skills workshops and advice on voluntary or paid work
process of applying for a training contract, but for all experience. The City University Careers Service remains
students there is a range of support available. open to you for three years after you leave us, to offer
guidance in your first years of legal employment.
Services offered include:
> Training Contracts Advisory Service Our legal skills training will help you to:
> One-to-one consultations and advice on CV’s > Prepare to meet the demands of practice and
and interviewing techniques the expectations of the public and the profession
> Dedicated Careers Resource Centre > Acquire the knowledge and skills you’ll need
> Centre for Career & Skills Development to complete transactional work in practice
> Alternative Careers Service > Develop high standards of client service, ready
to make an immediate contribution to your firm
> Develop effective life-long professional learning patterns
> Prepare for practice in a culturally diverse society
and global economy
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“The tuition I received has been fantastic, and the
workshops gave me the opportunity to see how others
approach the work. The lecturers are enthusiastic about
their work and got to know everyone, which helped
a lot! I’ve enjoyed my time at The City Law School
and I’ve learned a lot – the Legal Practice Course has
filled in the gaps from my degree and I’m now looking
forward to starting my training contract.”
Rhian Williams
Trainee Solicitor, White & Case
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Applications and Finance
Legal Practice Course
Route: Full-time
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The Bar Professional Training Course
Formerly the Bar Vocational Course
Route: Full-time
Stuart Sime, Course Director Stuart was called to the Bar in 1983 and is He is an editor and co-author of Blackstone’s
LLB, Barrister, a former tenant at 169 Temple Chambers with Civil Practice, the author of A Practical Approach
extensive experience of civil and commercial to Civil Procedure and contributes to a number
work and in teaching legal professional skills. of BVC/BPTC manuals and practitioner texts.
Overview
Our well-established and world renowned barrister training is designed to meet every demand
of the modern Bar. By ensuring that you are fully prepared for professional life, our course
provides you with transferable skills which can be applied in a variety of contexts.
We are extremely proud of our reputation, the strength of our links with the Bar, the quality
of our training, the expert support we provide to help students secure pupillages, and the
work done by our Pro Bono Advice unit. On successful completion of the course, you will
receive the City University London Postgraduate Diploma in Professional Legal Skills, which
will enable you to be called to the Bar and take your first steps into practice.
What will I study? Other important areas covered within the context
The BPTC consists of a number of core subjects and of the main subjects:
options, each developed to deliver the relevant legal > Costs
skills/knowledge that all newly qualified barristers need > Human Rights
or the detailed knowledge required for your chosen > Risk Analysis
specialist areas/subjects.
Option subjects:
Core subjects: > Advanced Civil – Professional Negligence
> Case Preparation and Analysis > Advanced Crime
> Civil Advocacy > Commercial Law
> Civil Litigation and Remedies > Company Law
> Criminal Advocacy > Domestic Violence
> Criminal Litigation and Sentencing > Employment Law
> Drafting Skills > Family Law
> Evidence > Fraud
> Conference Skills > Free Representation Unit work
> Legal Research, Electronic and Paper Based > Advanced Civil Advocacy
> Opinion Writing Skills > Landlord and Tenant
> Professional Ethics
> Resolution of Disputes out of Court The range of options offered in any one year is subject
to availability and demand. Full details of the syllabus
for the course can be found on our website:
www.city.ac.uk/law
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How will I be taught? Our expert teaching staff are:
The course is skills-based and replicates the demands > Directly involved in practice – a number of staff also
and disciplines of practice through realistic exercises. You sit or have sat in a part-time judicial capacity, and
will receive training materials, which reflect the work you many maintain door tenancies
will do in pupillage and the early years of practice. The > Accredited Advocacy Training Committee (ATC) trainers
materials are made available to you both in hard copy > Leading authors of both practitioner and student texts
and online. > At the forefront of professional legal skills training
> Regular contributors to the ongoing development
You will also receive: of effective legal skills training
> Practitioner books in Civil Practice
> Practitioner books in Criminal Practice Our unique Practical Training Exercise programme is:
> The City Law School Manuals (published by OUP) > Practically focused
in the skills and knowledge areas > Comprised of a series of sets of instructions
and briefs based on realistic cases
You will be given regular feedback on your performances, > Written and developed in consultation with practitioners
primarily from your tutors and also by peer-review. Regular
practice with fellow students and the feedback you are Our teaching is practical and has an emphasis
given ensures that you develop your skills to their on learning by doing:
full potential. > Advocacy is taught in a courtroom setting, in groups
of six in class, and also in one-to-one advocacy sessions
In order to make sure that our feedback is useful to you, > Small group sessions are held with groups of no more
we ensure that: than twelve
> All of our staff are fully trained in giving effective feedback > Interactive large group sessions are also held frequently
> The criteria for all skills modules are highlighted
for students in the introductory stages The BPTC marks the start of your legal career, so you are
> All skills-based small group sessions focus on expected to attend and work as you would if you were
one or more assessment criteria in practice.
Feedback, including self-assessment and peer assessment, Our core BPTC timetable consists of:
is central to the development of your legal skills, and > Four days teaching each week (typically around
your own professional development. 12-14 hours class contact time)
> One day for preparation, professional development
During the course, you will be taught by professionally and research each week
qualified experts who bring a range of experience and > A recommended twenty plus hours of private study
specialist knowledge to the course. and preparation work each week
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How will I be assessed?
There are eight skills assessments and four multiple There are a number of activities incorporated into the
choice/short answer question tests. The assessments course, which we regard as an essential part of learning
are a combination of ‘unseen’ and ‘take away’ papers. how to become an effective advocate.
The skills and options assessments are based on realistic These include:
exercises reproducing the demands of practice and reflect- > Court visits
ing the work done on the course. > Practitioner classes
> Self assessment
Oral skills assessments are recorded on DVD with actors > Peer assessment
playing the role of client and/or witness, and written skills > Critical analysis
assessments require you to write an opinion or prepare
a piece of drafting. We also have an established programme of high profile
speakers who come and talk to our students at the
Multiple choice tests/short answer questions will also School throughout the year.
be used to assess your competence level in Criminal
Litigation, Sentencing and Criminal Evidence and Civil Optional early evening practitioner sessions and an exclusive
Litigation, Civil Evidence and Remedies to Professional series of forensic science lectures are available to you on
Ethics, and the Resolution of Disputes Out of Court. the course.
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“I enjoyed studying the BVC (now the BPTC) and
found the practical approach to the syllabus very
effective. From week one, the course encourages
students to develop the skills required at the Bar
and gives ample opportunity to practice and enhance
them before being assessed. I now feel confident
and ready to undertake pupillage.”
Jeremy Barton
Winner of The British Academy of Forensic Sciences prize
for the best performance in the Advanced Criminal
Litigation option
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The Bar Professional Training Course
Formerly the Bar Vocational Course
Route: Part-time
Marcus Soanes, Course Director Marcus is a barrister with extensive experience He teaches advocacy, case preparation and
BA, MA Barrister of vocational legal training. He holds a Master’s opinion writing, and commercial law.
in Online and Distance Learning, which he
gained through part-time study based on
teaching the BVC (now the BPTC). He has
experience of practice in the magistrates’
courts and Crown Courts.
Overview
Our part-time BPTC embodies exactly the same ethos as the full-time course. The course
is delivered largely in the evenings, and is structured to meet the needs of those who wish
to qualify as a barrister through part time study. The course has been reviewed and developed
to take into account the experiences of past students, so that we can cater more directly to
your needs.
Former students have come from a wide range of backgrounds including the police, medical,
engineering, accounting and other professions and have pursued the course either to enter
independent practice at the Bar or to enhance their existing careers.
What will I study? Other important areas covered within the context
The BPTC consists of a number of core and option of the main subjects:
subjects, each developed to deliver the relevant legal > Costs
skills/knowledge that all newly qualified barristers need > Human Rights
or the detailed knowledge required for your chosen > Risk Analysis
specialist areas/subjects.
Option subjects:
Core subjects: > Advanced Civil – Professional Negligence
> Case Preparation and Analysis > Advanced Crime
> Civil Advocacy > Commercial Law
> Civil Litigation and Remedies > Company Law
> Criminal Advocacy > Domestic Violence
> Criminal Litigation and Sentencing > Employment Law
> Drafting Skills > Family Law
> Evidence > Fraud
> Conference Skills > Free Representation Unit work
> Legal Research, Electronic and Paper Based > Advanced Civil Advocacy
> Opinion Writing Skills > Landlord and Tenant
> Professional Ethics
> Resolution of Disputes Out of Court
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The content and assessment methods used on the course Multiple choice tests/short answer questions will also
are the same as the full-time BPTC. However, the areas be used to assess your competence level in Criminal
of litigation and evidence are given more attention in Litigation, Sentencing and Criminal Evidence and Civil
the initial stages. Litigation, Civil Evidence and Remedies, Professional Ethics,
Civil Evidence and Resolutions of Disputes Out of Court.
The range of option subjects offered in any one year
is subject to availability and demand. Developing your skills
We believe feedback is central your professional and
How will I be taught? personal development. All members of our staff are fully
The course is delivered over a period of two years with trained in providing effective feedback and throughout
the major part of the training taking place on term-time, the course you are encouraged to assess your own
weekday evenings. Classes usually take place on Monday development as well as your peers.
and Wednesday evenings, commencing at 6pm and lasting
for three hours. Some daytime attendance will be required Advocacy is the flagship subject on the BPTC; you will
for assessment, however notice will be given to you in get one-to-one advice on how to improve at various
advance. As with the full-time route, attendance at all points in the year as well as your regular feedback in
classes is mandatory and is a requirement of the Bar your advocacy classes.
Standards Board.
What additional opportunities are there on this course?
Final term dates will be notified prior to the start of each The full range of facilities and services offered by the
year, but the course will last from September 2010 to May School will be available to you on the part-time course.
2012. In addition to class time you should expect to spend Opening hours for the Library and video suites are adjusted
at least 10 hours a week during term time and further to cover the part-time course. A part-time BPTC Committee
periods during vacations preparing work. Do consider with student representation encourages liaison with staff.
the effects this effort will have on your time and energy
before embarking on the course as gaining a professional How will this course help me to achieve
qualification requires considerable commitment. my career aspirations?
Full pupillage and careers advice is available from the
Part-time students have welcomed the pattern of start of the course, which will assist you in obtaining
weekly taught sessions as it has paced their learning mini-pupillages and pupillages. The transferable skills
and guaranteed regular, face-to-face support from acquired on the course are likely to be of interest
teaching staff. to a wide range of potential employers. We seek to
ensure that everyone who takes this course is fully
How will I be assessed? aware of the range of alternative career opportunities.
There are eight skills assessments and four multiple
choice/short answer question tests. The assessments “For me the main attraction of coming to The City Law
are a combination of ‘unseen’ and ‘take away’ papers.
School is that it is the first law school to ever bring
The skills and options assessments are based on realistic
exercises reproducing the demands of practice and barristers into the world, so if you’re considering a
reflecting the work done on the course. career as a barrister, following in the footsteps of
Gandhi, Blair and Thatcher is quite an attraction.”
Oral skills assessments are recorded on DVD with actors
playing the role of client and/or witness, and written skills Paul Stevenson
assessments require you to write an opinion or prepare Tenant
a piece of drafting. Tanfield Chambers
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Applications and Finance
BPTC full-time and part-time
How do I apply?
All students must apply online at Fees (2010/11)
www.barprofessionaltraining.org.uk You will be informed of the fee when you are offered a
place, but for your guidance the fee for 2009 is £14,500.
Applications open on 2 November 2009 for entry
in September 2010. This fee includes all books and teaching materials. Fees
may be paid in two instalments, the first by early August
If you wish to be considered in the first round your 2010 and the second by late January 2011. Please note
application must be submitted online by 7 January 2010. that you will also need to meet the cost of living
Late applicants run the risk that the course may be full in London.
after the initial round of offers has been made. The BPTC
is a postgraduate course with basic entry requirements
prescribed by the Bar Standards Board. Most students will
have a UK honours degree in law, normally of a minimum How can I finance my course?
standard of a Second Class. We are aware that financing the BPTC may be a concern
and are keen to set a competitive fee to maintain access
However, it is possible to apply with a degree in another to the profession, whilst ensuring we can resource the
subject and a further qualification in law, such as the highest quality training available.
Common Professional Examination or the Graduate
Diploma in Law. The Bar Council can advise on The following means of funding are most commonly used:
non-standard qualifications. > Bank loans
> Career development loans
Applicants whose first language is not English, the following > Grant making trusts and charities
qualification is also required: > Discretionary LEA awards
> Chambers’ awards
IELTS: 7.5 or above in all categories > Scholarships (The closing date for scholarship
applications is 9 November 2009)
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“I was struck by how rapidly and effectively the BVC
(BPTC) at The City Law School developed students’
academic approach to legal problems into a practical
and professional mindset. As a result, I feel much more
confident about starting pupillage than I did a year ago.
The various prizes on offer are an added incentive to
work hard and provide the winners with a substantial
contribution towards the costs of their study.”
Charles Banner
Winner of the Everard Ver Heyden Foundation prize and
the Du Cann Memorial prize for excellence in Advocacy.
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The LLM in Professional Legal Skills
(BPTC conversion to an LLM)
Route: Part-time or Distance Learning
Susan Blake, Course Director Following several years in practice at the Bar, first legal skills books published in this
LLB, LLM (Cantab) working primarily in civil and family law areas, jurisdiction. She is also the author of
Barrister Susan has made her career developing legal A Practical Approach to Effective Litigation
Associate Dean Learning and Teaching professional skills training. She was a member (2nd edition 2009).
of the team who developed the original BVC for
the former Inns of Court School of Law (now As Course Director of the LLM in Professional
The City Law School), and was Course Director Legal Skills, Susan’s main aim is to assist
for the BVC (now BPTC) for several years. She students in laying a strong foundation for their
has since been involved in developing a range careers in law, supporting each student in gaining
of other courses. Her book A Practical Approach a qualification that emphasises the area in
to Opinion Writing and Drafting was one of the which each student would like to specialise.
Overview
As a student of The City Law School you will have the opportunity to convert your BPTC into
an LLM in Professional Legal Skills. This is possible because we ensure that our BPTC is delivered
at Master’s level. This LLM satisfies all the requirements of a traditional LLM but has a primary
focus on practice.
In addition to the taught classes on the BPTC, the LLM gives you the opportunity to focus on
an area of professional legal practice of your own choice, while strengthening your knowledge
and understanding of legal professional practice. This can be linked to pupillage, to underline
your commitment to a particular area, or can be used more generally to strengthen your CV.
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How will I be assessed?
You will need to research, write and submit a dissertation Fees (2010/11)
of 15-20,000 words. This is a highly flexible course and the
You will be advised of the fees for this conversion
dissertation can be completed within the same academic
year as your BPTC, or part-time over about 18 months course on application, but for reference the fee in 2009
in order to fit in with work, family or other personal was £3,000 (subject to a £150 discount). There are no
commitments. bursaries or scholarships available, but payment
arrangements may be discussed in cases of difficulty.
What additional opportunities are there on this course?
You will have access to all the facilities and support Prospective BPTC students please contact:
services the School and University has to offer, including: Susan Blake on +44 (0)20 7400 3623 or by emailing
two modern law libraries, a dedicated careers service s.h.blake@city.ac.uk
and an extensive IT service. Opportunities are being
developed for students on our LLM programmes to be
able to meet socially, to network, and to attend relevant
guest lectures.
How do I apply?
Applications for this LLM conversion course may only be
made by students who have registered to take their BPTC
or BVC with The City Law School within the last 5 years.
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The LLM in Professional Legal Practice
(LPC conversion to an LLM)
Route: Part-time or Distance Learning
Angela Burns, Course Director Angela joined The City Law School in 2006 She co-wrote the Law Society Guide to the
following her time with the Cayman Island’s Criminal Justice and Immigration Act 2008,
Law School and BPP. She has written and developed and runs, in conjunction with the
leads our LLM conversion for Postgraduate Centre for Investigative Security and Police
Diploma in Legal Practice students. In practice Sciences, the Police Station Adviser Scheme and
she specialised in criminal law (Ben Hoare has established links between the University
Bell, Sunderland) and maintains this interest. and the City of London Police Fraud Squad.
Overview
As a student of The City Law School you will have the opportunity to convert the Postgraduate
Diploma from your LPC into an LLM in Professional Legal Skills. This is possible because we
ensure that our LPC is delivered at Master’s level. You can choose to complete your LLM
research between Stage One and Stage Two or at the end of your LPC.
This LLM satisfies all the requirements of a traditional LLM, but has a primary focus on practice.
In addition to the taught classes on the LPC, this course gives you the opportunity to focus on
an area of professional legal practice of your own choice while strengthening your knowledge
and understanding of legal professional practice. This can be linked to your training contract
to underline your commitment to a particular area, or it can be used more generally to
strengthen your CV.
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How will I be assessed? How do I apply?
You will need to research, write and submit a dissertation Applications for this LLM conversion course may only be
of 15-20,000 words. This is a highly flexible course made by students who have registered to take their full
and the dissertation can be completed within the same LPC with The City Law School within the last five years.
academic year as your LPC, or part-time over about
18 months in order to fit in with work, family or other It is not possible to apply for the LLM conversion before
personal commitments. registering for your LPC, but we provide places for all
students who put forward dissertation proposals of
What additional opportunities are there on this course? a sufficient quality.
This course holds regular careers events with guest speakers
from the profession where there will be additional There are two application rounds each year, one shortly
opportunities for networking and career development. after the start of the LPC, and one near the end of the
Opportunities are also being developed for students LPC. For our application deadlines please visit
on our LLM programmes to be able to meet socially. www.city.ac.uk/law
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LLM in International Commercial Law
Route: Full-time or Part-time
Professor Alan Riley, Course Director Professor Riley is one of the leading As Course Director of the LLM in Commercial
BA, LLM, PhD, Solicitor of the Supreme competition law scholars in the United Kingdom. Law, Alan strives to create a dynamic
Court of England and Wales He co-founded and chairs the European-wide environment for study and encourages students
Professor of Law Competition Law Scholars Forum and is to develop their research interests whilst
co-editor of the Competition Law Review. studying. He will help you get the most
He is an Associate Research Fellow of the out of every possible learning opportunity.
Centre for European Policy Studies in Brussels,
and is a regular guest columnist on competition
law issues with the Wall Street Journal.
Overview
Our LLM in International Commercial Law offers a wide range of commercial subjects from
international carriage of goods, international banking, insurance, international tax, government
commerce and admiralty law through to competition law, international cartels and merger law.
In applying for the LLM in International Commercial Law, you are applying for a course that
really will open up the world of international commerce and allows you to develop both your
areas of interest and your career.
On the course you will have the opportunity to visit European institutions in Brussels
and Luxembourg, regularly attend the Law and Practice Forum, and also apply to undertake
an internship at an international law firm. We also organised social activities for our students,
including a weekend walk in the Peak District and an annual dinner.
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How will I be assessed? Internships
The modules you undertake are assessed by one 6,000 The City Law School encourages you to obtain internships
word paper for each module. During the summer term you and placements with regulators and in private practice.
are required to also complete a 20,000 word dissertation. There are also a number of internships within international
law firms on offer to The City Law School students each year.
What additional opportunities are there on this course?
Law and Practice Forum For further information about the internship available,
The Law and Practice Forum allows you to find out about the visit www.city.ac.uk/law
careers available to you in international commercial law and
non-traditional practice from leading industry professionals. How will this course help me to achieve
Speakers include senior commercial practitioners, market my career aspirations?
regulators, professional economists, in-house counsel, and The course opens up the world of international commercial
public affairs specialists. law, with the potential of employment in major fields such
as competition and shipping as well as broader commercial
law opportunities amongst major firms and regulators.
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LLM in International Commercial Law
Specialisms and Pathways
Our LLM in International Commercial Law not only offers a wide range of commercial subjects
delivered by high-profile professionals and academics from around the world, but it also gives
you the freedom to choose a specialism or gain a full LLM award in a number of interesting
and professionally valuable areas.
LLM Specialisms:
To be awarded a specialism in any of the areas listed “If I were to apply for LLM again I would go for The
below you must complete two modules and a dissertation City Law School without any shadow of a doubt. The
in your chosen specialist area – choose from: course is well structured and the quality of the teaching
is outstanding. The teaching team are always willing to
> Competition Law listen to you and provide you with advice. Even if your
> Banking and Finance Law
professional life will not be linked to law, the LLM
> International Dispute Resolution
> Maritime Law experience allows you to build an enormously strong
> Media Law foundation for whatever professional area you find
yourself in. ”
LLM Pathways:
To be awarded a full LLM you must complete four Dasha V. Romanova
modules and a dissertation in your chosen specialist LLM in International Commercial Law
area – choose from:
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M.Jur in International Commercial Law
Route: Full time or Part-time
Alan Riley, Course Director Professor Riley is one of the leading As Course Director of the M.Jur, Alan strives
BA, LLM, PhD, Solicitor of the competition law scholars in the United Kingdom. to create a dynamic environment for study and
Supreme Court of England and Wales, He co-founded and chairs the European-wide encourages students to develop their research
Professor of Law Competition Law Scholars Forum and is interests whilst studying. He will help you
co-editor of the Competition Law Review. get the most out of every possible learning
He is an Associate Research Fellow of the opportunity.
Centre for European Policy Studies in Brussels,
and is a regular guest columnist on competition
law issues with the Wall Street Journal.
Overview
Our two year Masters, the M.Jur, gives you the opportunity to choose from over 30 masters
courses and obtain a specialism in more than one area of commercial law. This course enhances
your existing skill base and improves your employment prospects by giving you a more in-depth
knowledge of Commercial Law.
What will I study? What additional opportunities are there on this course?
The M.Jur is designed to give you the freedom to major Law and Practice Forum
in one area of commercial law and gain a specialism in The Law and Practice Forum allows you to find out about
two other areas. You must undertake five modules and the careers available to you in international commercial
a dissertation to major in a particular area of commercial law and non-traditional practice from leading industry
law. To gain a specialism you must take two modules professionals.
and a dissertation in your chosen area.
Speakers include senior commercial practitioners, market
Modules include: regulators, professional economists, in-house counsel and
> Banking and Finance public affairs specialists.
> Competition Law
> International Tax Internships
> International Dispute Resolution The City Law School encourages you to obtain internships
> Maritime Law and placements with regulators and in private practice.
There are also a number of internships within international
How will I be taught? law firms on offer to The City Law School students each year.
You will undertake four taught modules in your first
year and three taught modules in your second year. For further information about the internship available,
Each module consists of 10 two hour seminars. visit www.city.ac.uk/law
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LLM in Maritime Law
(Greece)
Route: Full-time or Part-time
Anthony Rogers, Course Director Anthony joined The City Law School in 2006 embarking on his academic career Anthony
MA, Diploma in Petroleum Law after lecturing for many years at Cardiff Univer- worked as an in-house legal advisor for several
sity and as a visiting lecturer at Bristol, Durham, companies including those with: ship owning,
Glamorgan and West of England universities. ship broking and bunker trading interests and
As Course Director, Anthony takes a keen interest companies providing small ticket asset finance.
in every one of his students and seeks to
develop them to their full academic potential. In addition to his work at the School, Anthony
is an approved expert for the United States Aid
Anthony has unrivalled knowledge and Agency and is the Director of the Barcelona
experience in the area of maritime law. Before International Summer School in Maritime Law.
Overview
Our LLM in Maritime Law is an academically demanding and extremely satisfying course for
anyone working in shipping law. The course gives you a detailed understanding of maritime law
allowing you to build on your existing knowledge and enhance your career prospects. Delivered
in the exceptional Laskaridou Library of Piraeus, Athens, the course is taught in English in
weekend blocks, by experienced British academics and legal practitioners.
This course gives you the unique opportunity to study in Greece the same maritime modules as
students studying the course in London. Although the way the course is taught differs from the
way it is taught in London all other aspects of the course are the same. Despite being delivered
in Greece you are welcome to attend our London classes, access The City Law School’s facilities,
and take part in UK based acitivities. You will graduate alongside our UK LLM students in the
historic Guildhall in the City of London.
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LLM in Criminal Litigation
Route: Full-time or Part-time
Robert McPeake, Course Director Robert teaches on the LLM Criminal Litigation BVC/BPTC manuals including Advocacy Skills,
BA, LLM (London), Barrister, as well as on the School’s Bar Professional Criminal Litigation and Sentencing, and Evidence.
Principal Lecturer Training Course. He has a research interest He has also written on Evidence for the All
in the subject of persuasion and in particular, England Law Reports Annual Reviews.
the use of stories as persuasive tools. He has
presented several conference papers on this He is accredited by the Inns of Court Advocacy
topic. This research has a significant role in Training Committee as an advocacy trainer and
Robert’s work on the LLM Advocacy module. has trained advocates in the UK, Canada and
Norway. Robert has been an external examiner
Before coming to The City Law School, Robert for several universities, including the Queen’s
practised as a barrister for five years in Middle University, Belfast and the University of
Temple, appearing in a wide range of courts Northumbria.
and tribunals. He contributes to several
Overview
This course is the first postgraduate degree course in the UK to be devoted exclusively
to criminal litigation. It concentrates on the principles that lie behind the criminal justice
system and the need to place those principles in a critical and comparative context.
It has been designed to allow you to examine important areas of Criminal Litigation in greater
depth than is usually possible either at undergraduate level or in a vocational training course.
The course appeals to practitioners in the field of criminal justice, particularly: solicitors,
barristers, CPS employees and police officers. Lawyers at the start of their career have found
this course helps them to build their knowledge and expertise in a specialist area. In addition,
past student have included lawyers on a career break and those seeking judicial appointment
wishing to broaden their knowledge and raise their practical awareness.
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How will I be assessed? How will this course help me to achieve
Modules are assessed through a combination my career aspirations?
of coursework and examination. A dissertation of Upon successfully completing the four modules and
15,000 – 20,000 words on a topic that falls within a dissertation you will be awarded the Master’s degree
one or more of the module areas is also required. in Criminal Litigation. Alternatively, you can be awarded
a Postgraduate Certificate (upon successfully completing
A prize is awarded to the student achieving the highest two of the modules) or the Postgraduate Diploma
aggregate marks in the four taught modules each year! (four modules but no dissertation).
What additional opportunities are there on this course? When you graduate from the course you will have a
Each year the School hosts a series of talks by national substantial understanding of the fundamentals of criminal
experts in forensic science and medicine. You are litigation, together with enhanced analytical abilities.
encouraged to attend these talks whenever possible. These attributes will enable you to make a substantial
Other speakers who are leaders in their fields of practice contribution within our developing criminal justice system.
are often invited in to share their knowledge and Our graduates have often reported that the course has
expertise with you. helped them to advance in their careers through gaining
a promotion, changing careers or through professional
progression.
CPD Accredited
The SRA (Solicitors Regulation Authority) has approved
the course for Continuing Professional Development
(CPD) for solicitors. Further details about CPD
accreditation may be obtained from the SRA,
visit www.sra.org.uk
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LLM in Civil Litigation and Dispute Resolution*
Route: Full-time or Part-time
Susan Blake, Course Director Following several years in practice at the Bar, Opinion Writing and Drafting was one of the first
LLB, LLM (Cantab) working primarily in civil and family law areas, legal skills books published in this jurisdiction.
Barrister at Law Susan has made her career developing legal
Associate Dean Learning and Teaching professional skills training. She was a member As Course Director of the LLM in Civil Litigation
of the team who developed the original BVC and Dispute Resolution, Susan’s main aim is
the former Inns of Court School of Law (now to provide an innovative and practice focussed
The City Law School), and was Course Director course that will provide a strong base for those
for the BVC for several years. She has since entering and building a career in civil litigation
been involved in developing a range of other and dispute management, with a focus on
courses. Her book A Practical Approach to current knowledge and high level skills.
Overview
The LLM in Civil Litigation and Dispute Resolution takes all aspects of managing legal disputes
well beyond the BPTC and the LPC. Assuming basic knowledge of procedure and evidence,
it focuses on areas such as strategic use of the rules of court, and practical matters like
funding. It also offers small group coaching in developing skills such as advocacy.
Taught in one of the major litigation centres in the world it offers an insight into a full range
of methods of managing disputes, including arbitration and mediation.
In applying for the LLM in Civil Litigation and Dispute Resolution you are applying for a course
that really will open up the world of litigation and dispute management in a way that will help
you to build an effective career.
*subject to validation
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Applications and Finance
LLM Courses
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Fees (2010/11) How can I finance my course?
You will be advised of the fees for 2010/11 on application, We are aware that financing your university course
but for reference the fees for 2009/10 were as follows: can be a concern and we are keen to set competitive
fees that maintain open access to higher education,
LLM in International Commercial Law whilst ensuring we can resource the highest quality
Full-time: £8,950 UK/EU £11,950 Overseas Students courses available.
Part-time: £4,475 UK/EU £5,975 Overseas Students
The following means of funding are most commonly
M.Jur used by our students:
Full-time: £8,950 UK/EU £11,950 Overseas Students > Career development loans
Part-time: £4,475 UK/EU £5,975 Overseas Students > Grant making trusts and charities
> Part-time work
LLM in Maritime Law > Scholarships
Full-time: £8,950 UK/EU £11,950 Overseas Students
Part-time: £4,475 UK/EU £5,975 Overseas Students
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PhD, MPhil or LLM by Research
Route: Full-time or Part-time
Ian Loveland, Senior Tutor Professor Loveland came to City in 1999, their chosen legal areas, as well as a full
BA (Warwick), LLM (London), DPhil (Oxon), having previously held academic posts at understanding of all of the essential issues
Barrister of the Inner Temple, Oxford, QMW and Brunel universities. He and areas relating to these subjects. Professor
Professor of Public Law was formerly the Course Director of the Law Loveland teaches in and has written widely in
School’s Graduate LLB programme, and is the fields of domestic and comparative public
currently the Senior Tutor for Research at the law. At City he teaches classes in Constitutional
School. Ian provides a flexible and engaging Law, Advanced Constitutional Law, Constitutional
environment for study and supports students Law of the USA, EC Law, Housing Law, and
in developing an in-depth under standing of Defamation.
Overview
Whether you choose to do a PhD, MPhil or LLM by Research to further your career, the desire
to enter academia or to discover more about a particular subject, The City Law School can help
you reach your full potential.
A PhD, MPhil or LLM by Research can really make you stand out as a thought leader in your
area of expertise. Although no-one would say these courses are easy if you have the ability,
drive, and commitment they can open up your area of specialism and help you to become
a recognised expert the field.
At The City Law School we take a significant interest in academic research. We were
recognised by the RAE as producing research of world leading quality. We welcome proposals
from applicants wishing to undertake a PhD, MPhil or LLM by research in any area of law.
What will I study? What additional opportunities are there on this course?
When you join the School you will be assigned We have siginificant expertise and can offer you additional
a supervisor to support you throughout your project. support in the areas of Competition Law, European Law,
City Law School scholars and other prestigious academics International Criminal Law, Commercial Law and Media Law.
present their research in a range of seminars, which you
will have the opportunity to attend. We also encourage We have a dedicated law and economics research
you to present the findings from your research at group whose principal focus is the application of law and
conferences and provide support for this. economics tools to British and European legal institutions,
regulations and case law.
Areas of interest in student research include:
> Maritime law The City Law School takes part in a number of university
> Competition law interdisciplinary centres including, the Centre for Information
> Company law Leadership and the Centre for Law Justice and Journalism.
> Public law
> Housing law How will this course help me to achieve
> European Community law my career aspirations?
> International Criminal law Our one-to-one support and dedication to research
> Media law ensures that you will achieve your research goals. As part
> Information Technology law of City University London, we provide an environment that
> e-Commerce law is created specifically for learning about law. It is the hub
> Contract law of ideas and research with a number of our scholars
> Law of Tort being leaders in their field. Located in the heart of legal
> Criminal law London, we will help you explore your area of interest
as it happens where it happens.
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How do I apply?
Before making an official application, please contact the
School directly to find out if we are able to support your
proposed research. If your proposal satisfies our requirements
we will ask you to complete a formal application form.
Fees (2010/11)
You will be advised of the fees for 2010/11 on application,
but for reference the fees for 2009/10 were as follows:
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Scholarships and Prizes
We understand how difficult it is for students to make ends meet when studying. In order to try
and help with this, The City Law School has developed a number of scholarships that we award
each year to ease the financial strain for some of our students.
In addition, each Inn offers and administers its own City Law School students can also apply for central
scholarships for intending barristers. Full information scholarships awarded by City University. For more
can be found on each “Inns” website: information, please visit www.city.ac.uk/studentcentre
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