LLM International Commercial Law — Study from Birmingham, United Kingdom

Shape a borderless legal career without leaving Birmingham, United Kingdom. The LLM International Commercial Law, delivered in exclusive partnership between the University of Salford and Robert Kennedy College, empowers you to master the legal frameworks that underpin international trade, investment, and cross-border transactions—fully online, from where you live and work.

Designed for ambitious professionals who want world-class learning with real-world impact, this programme blends rigorous legal theory with practical, career-oriented skills you can apply across industries and jurisdictions. Your study is flexible, your outcomes global, and your horizon unlimited.

Awarded a British Degree Recognised Internationally

Stand out with a British LLM that carries weight across continents. Earning a University of Salford award signals to employers and clients that you have achieved a rigorous academic standard grounded in the United Kingdom’s renowned legal education tradition.

Whether you’re navigating cross-border contracts, advising on international trade, or progressing toward senior roles, the global recognition of this British degree helps you open doors in multinational corporations, law firms, and international institutions.

Complete 100% Online, in as little as undefined

Your ambitions shouldn’t wait. This programme is designed for professionals who need a fast, modern, and fully online route to an advanced legal qualification—one that can be completed 100% online in as little as undefined, subject to your pace and commitment.

From application to graduation, the digital-first experience keeps you moving forward—streamlined access to resources, guided support, and an academic journey engineered for momentum.

No Fixed Times or Dates

Life doesn’t pause for education. With no requirement for online presence at specific times and dates, you study on your schedule—early mornings in Birmingham, late evenings after work, or whenever productivity peaks for you.

This flexibility lets you balance work, family, and study without compromise. Progress steadily at your own pace while maintaining your professional and personal commitments.

Study from Anywhere—Even Offline with Our App

Traveling for work? Commuting across the city? Our mobile app keeps your learning uninterrupted. Download study materials, watch lectures offline, and take your classroom with you—wherever life takes you.

With the freedom to study from anywhere in the world, you can continue advancing your expertise while on the move, ensuring consistent progress toward your LLM.

Open Books Assessments

Real-world legal work demands research, analysis, and sound judgment. That’s why we use open books assessments instead of classical question/answer exams. You will apply concepts to realistic scenarios, demonstrating how you think—not just what you can memorise.

This approach nurtures the critical skills employers value: the ability to interpret complex sources, structure persuasive arguments, and craft solutions that stand up to practical scrutiny.

Faculty with World-Class Pedigrees

Learn from experienced academics and practitioners who graduated from world-renowned universities like Oxford, Harvard, EPFL, University of Basel, and Washington University in St. Louis. Their perspectives enrich your learning with academic depth and practical insight.

Expect thoughtful guidance, meaningful feedback, and mentoring that accelerates your growth—so you develop both confidence and capability in international commercial law.

A Truly Global Classroom

Join a community representing over 130 countries—a dynamic network of peers who bring fresh perspectives from across industries and jurisdictions. Your classmates become collaborators, advisors, and lifelong professional contacts.

Our alumni are contributing at international organisations and leading companies including Unilever, HSBC, ICBC Standard Bank, Barclays, gsk, United Nations, Google, ICRC, The World Bank, Microsoft, Intel, Samsung, Tencent, Siemens, Sony.

Flexible, Transparent Fees

Investing in your future should be manageable. Our fees can be paid in up to 18 monthly interst free instalments, helping you plan your finances without delaying your ambitions.

With a clear, predictable payment structure and no hidden study-time commitments, you can focus on what truly matters—building expertise that advances your career.

Why This LLM Matters in Birmingham, United Kingdom

Birmingham is a powerhouse for professional services, finance, and legal work, with a growing ecosystem of banks, consultancies, and corporate headquarters. Expertise in international commercial law positions you to advise on cross-border finance, trade compliance, and complex transactions—skills that are in demand as organisations in the city expand their global footprints.

The West Midlands remains a hub for advanced manufacturing, automotive, and engineering supply chains. From export contracts and distribution agreements to IP licensing and risk allocation, this LLM equips you to navigate the legal frameworks that underpin global sourcing, logistics, and supplier relationships across Europe, Asia, and beyond.

With Birmingham’s strategic location and connectivity, companies across technology, real estate, infrastructure, and e-commerce are scaling internationally. Your ability to interpret international instruments, draft robust commercial terms, and mitigate cross-border risk can accelerate your progression into advisory, leadership, and in-house legal roles across the city’s most dynamic sectors.

Study Internationally, Live Locally

Stay rooted in Birmingham while studying a programme designed for a borderless business world. The knowledge you gain is applicable across legal systems and markets—giving you the versatility to support clients, employers, and ventures wherever they do business.

All of this is delivered in exclusive partnership between the University of Salford and Robert Kennedy College—bringing academic quality and online-first innovation together for ambitious professionals like you.

Take the Next Step

Your global legal journey can begin right where you are. Request our course catalogue to explore modules, entry requirements, and application guidance: Request our course catalogue.