OverviewThe Dual LLM in Commercial Law (London and Singapore) is
a unique opportunity to study commercial law in two of the world’s
major business and financial centres, London and Singapore, and
gain insight into the legal underpinnings of commerce in the West
and East.
This collaborative intensive programme is designed to give
students a broad overview of Asian commercial law in Singapore and,
by taking a series of specialist taught modules and a dissertation
in London, providing an in depth understanding of commercial law
and its application to everyday practice. By the end of their
studies, students will be equipped with a thorough understanding of
key aspects of commercial law from multiple perspectives, which
will enable them to develop an in-depth appreciation of different
regions, approaches in resolving commercial problems.
On successful completion students will be awarded a Dual LLM in
Commercial Law (London and Singapore) from each university, Queen
Mary University of London and Singapore Management University
(SMU).
Why study your LLM in Commercial Law at Queen Mary and SMU?LLM
degrees from Queen Mary and SMU have the potential to open up
global career opportunities for high-calibre students. Both
universities are internationally recognised with a deep
understanding of the global markets and their importance in legal
education.
This 16-month Master of Law programme offers a greater variety
and breadth of experience than a standard one year programme.
Programme StructureThis course is taught over a 16-month period
from January to May. 135 credits from Queen Mary and 135 credits
from SMU (270 credits in total).
Queen Mary University of London• January Queen Mary Induction:
Students start their dual
degree in London
• 135 credits taken in London at Centre for Commercial Law
Studies (CCLS), including a dissertation
• Late April-early June: Examination period for taught modules•
April-December supervisory meetings and writing-up for
dissertation, submitted in January to Queen Mary
Singapore Management University (SMU)• August SMU Induction:
Students continue their dual
degree in Singapore
• August-April six taught modules being delivered at SMU (135
credits)
Entry RequirementsA degree in Law, or a degree with a
substantial law context, of at least 2.1 honours (or equivalent).
Law graduates with 2.2 honours, who have other legal qualifications
and/or substantial professional legal experience may also qualify.
Non-law graduates may be considered on the basis of any
professional experience that directly relates to the subject
area.
English language requirementsIELTS with minimum overall score of
7 with 7 in writing or equivalent. For other acceptable English
tests please visit the website
below:qmul.ac.uk/international/internationalstudents/
How to applyAll applications for the Dual LLM in Commercial Law
(London and Singapore) should be made directly to Queen Mary
University London. Applicants who satisfy Queen Mary’s admissions
criteria are shortlisted. Queen Mary will pass on shortlisted
applications directly to SMU admissions for the next stage of the
admission process.
Applicants will then go through the SMU’s admissions process.
Shortlisted candidates will be invited to take a short test and
attend a selection interview with a selector from SMU. The
interview and test can be done face-to-face or remotely online if
required.
Please note: We will share the application details you submit to
Queen Mary with SMU because it will be necessary for the
performance of any contract between you and Queen Mary/SMU. Please
refer to the privacy notice for applicants and
www.arcs.qmul.ac.uk/governance/information-governance/data-protection/
for further information
FeesInformation on tuition fees can be found on our
websiteqmul.ac.uk/postgraduate/tuitionfees/payment/
Fees to be paid in two instalments (50% by the start of the term
in January paid to Queen Mary, and 50% in August paid to SMU).
Fees will paid in the currency of the respective institutions at
the prevailing currency exchange rate at the time of payment.
For more information:Email: [email protected] or visit:
www.qmul.ac.uk/ law/postgraduate/courses/items/201495.html
All enquiries regarding SMU should be directed
to:[email protected]
