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University of Sussex: International Financial Law
| Institution | University of Sussex View institution profile |
|---|---|
| Department | Law |
| Web | www.sussex.ac.uk |
| pg.enquiries@sussex.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | 01273 876787 |
| Study type | Taught |
LLM
Summary
About the course
International financial law plays a central role in global business transactions due to the increasing dependence of the world’s economies on the financial system. As a result, there’s an increasing demand for professionals with expertise in international financial law.
On this course, you’ll learn from leading scholars, lawyers and practitioners whose research and professional activities underpin their teaching. You’ll develop a comprehensive understanding of:
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domestic and international developments from practical, regulatory and policy perspectives on financial and corporate law
-
the financial services industry
-
regulatory issues affecting major transactions in global financial markets.
This course gives you flexibility to tailor your studies to your interests. You can choose from modules that will give you a strong background in core aspects of corporate and financial law. See the modules section for our latest options, but topics you cover may include:
-
how to draft complex international financial contracts
-
the implications of fintech regulation, including cryptocurrencies
-
the international capital and liquidity rules for banks
-
how to identify and prevent money laundering and other financial crimes
-
ways to guarantee corporate compliance with sustainable and green finance rules
-
how to master arbitration in investment disputes
You’ll also have the chance to join consultancy projects with business organisations. This will provide you with useful practical experience to start or advance your professional career.
Brighton also hosts the headquarters of some major international financial corporations and is only an hour from London, one of Europe’s financial capitals. This gives you direct access to a valuable network of professional contacts and prospective employers.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | You should normally have an upper second-class (2.1) undergraduate honours degree or above. Your qualification should normally be in law or a relevant subject such as economics, finance, international relations, political science, history, criminology, criminal justice or sociology. You may still be considered if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You may also be considered for the course if you have other professional qualifications or experience of equivalent standing. |
| Location | Main Site Sussex House Undergraduate Admissions Falmer Brighton BN1 9RH |
Summary
About the course
International financial law plays a central role in global business transactions due to the increasing dependence of the world’s economies on the financial system. As a result, there’s an increasing demand for professionals with expertise in international financial law.
On this course, you’ll learn from leading scholars, lawyers and practitioners whose research and professional activities underpin their teaching. You’ll develop a comprehensive understanding of:
-
domestic and international developments from practical, regulatory and policy perspectives on financial and corporate law
-
the financial services industry
-
regulatory issues affecting major transactions in global financial markets.
This course gives you flexibility to tailor your studies to your interests. You can choose from modules that will give you a strong background in core aspects of corporate and financial law. See the modules section for our latest options, but topics you cover may include:
-
how to draft complex international financial contracts
-
the implications of fintech regulation, including cryptocurrencies
-
the international capital and liquidity rules for banks
-
how to identify and prevent money laundering and other financial crimes
-
ways to guarantee corporate compliance with sustainable and green finance rules
-
how to master arbitration in investment disputes
You’ll also have the chance to join consultancy projects with business organisations. This will provide you with useful practical experience to start or advance your professional career.
Brighton also hosts the headquarters of some major international financial corporations and is only an hour from London, one of Europe’s financial capitals. This gives you direct access to a valuable network of professional contacts and prospective employers.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | You should normally have an upper second-class (2.1) undergraduate honours degree or above. Your qualification should normally be in law or a relevant subject such as economics, finance, international relations, political science, history, criminology, criminal justice or sociology. You may still be considered if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You may also be considered for the course if you have other professional qualifications or experience of equivalent standing. |
| Location | Main Site Sussex House Undergraduate Admissions Falmer Brighton BN1 9RH |
Summary
About the course
International financial law plays a central role in global business transactions due to the increasing dependence of the world’s economies on the financial system. As a result, there’s an increasing demand for professionals with expertise in international financial law.
On this course, you’ll learn from today’s leading lawyers whose research underpins their teaching. You’ll:
-
gain an insight into regulatory issues affecting major transactions in global financial markets
-
learn to interpret and draft complex international financial contracts
-
find out about fintech regulation, including cryptocurrencies
-
explore international capital and liquidity rules applicable to banks
-
engage with domestic and international developments from practical, regulatory and policy perspectives on financial and corporate law.
This course prepares you for your future career. It has skills training at its core, helping you approach legal problems logically. You’ll develop a comprehensive understanding of:
-
the financial services industry
-
how to identify and prevent money laundering
-
sustainable and green finance
And, Brighton hosts the headquarters of some major international financial corporations and is only an hour from London, one of Europe’s financial capitals. This gives you direct access to a highly valuable network of professional contacts and prospective employers.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | You should normally have an upper second-class (2.1) undergraduate honours degree or above. Your qualification should normally be in law or a relevant subject such as economics, finance, international relations, political science, history, criminology, criminal justice or sociology. You may still be considered if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You may also be considered for the course if you have other professional qualifications or experience of equivalent standing. |
| Location | Main Site Sussex House Undergraduate Admissions Falmer Brighton BN1 9RH |
Summary
About the course
International financial law plays a central role in global business transactions due to the increasing dependence of the world’s economies on the financial system. As a result, there’s an increasing demand for professionals with expertise in international financial law.
On this course, you’ll learn from today’s leading lawyers whose research underpins their teaching. You’ll:
-
gain an insight into regulatory issues affecting major transactions in global financial markets
-
learn to interpret and draft complex international financial contracts
-
find out about fintech regulation, including cryptocurrencies
-
explore international capital and liquidity rules applicable to banks
-
engage with domestic and international developments from practical, regulatory and policy perspectives on financial and corporate law.
This course prepares you for your future career. It has skills training at its core, helping you approach legal problems logically. You’ll develop a comprehensive understanding of:
-
the financial services industry
-
how to identify and prevent money laundering
-
sustainable and green finance
And, Brighton hosts the headquarters of some major international financial corporations and is only an hour from London, one of Europe’s financial capitals. This gives you direct access to a highly valuable network of professional contacts and prospective employers.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | You should normally have an upper second-class (2.1) undergraduate honours degree or above. Your qualification should normally be in law or a relevant subject such as economics, finance, international relations, political science, history, criminology, criminal justice or sociology. You may still be considered if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You may also be considered for the course if you have other professional qualifications or experience of equivalent standing. |
| Location | Main Site Sussex House Undergraduate Admissions Falmer Brighton BN1 9RH |
We are a research-intensive campus university with an excellent international reputation, located within the vibrant seaside city of Brighton & Hove. We welcome spirited students who want to study in a creative and intellectually-challenging environment.
We have been ranked 1st in the world for Development Studies for eight consecutive years in the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2017-2024.
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