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Postgraduate Master of Laws

International Trade Law

Master the laws and policies of global trade on this internationally focused LLM. You'll build the expertise to advise and lead in cross-border commerce.

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Course overview

Institution code

L27
Main location

City Campus
Attendance

Full-Time
Duration

12 Months
Start date

21 Sep 2026

Global trade moves money, goods, and power across borders. On this course, you'll navigate the legal rules that make it work - and the disputes that can disrupt it.

Our LLM International Trade Law equips you with specialist legal acumen and commercial insight to excel on a global level. You'll study the World Trade Organization (WTO) rules, transnational sale of goods, shipping law, and international commercial contracts - including key agreement terms and payment structures. You'll also learn how trade law applies to states, companies, and global trading blocs.

As part of this course, you'll:

Master international trade rules, barriers, and dispute resolution to confidently influence global commerce
Interpret trade contracts, including International Commercial Terms (INCOTERMS) and the United Nations Convention on Contracts for the International Sale of Goods (CISG)
Explore the theory behind modern international commerce law, including contemporary global commercial customs and practices (lex mercatoria)
Apply shipping law expertise to Bills of Lading, Charterparties, and international transport regulations
Lead an independent master's-level research project, specialising in an area that matches your career ambitions

Your learning will be interactive and career-focused, empowering you to tackle complex legal challenges, navigate cross-border regulations, and develop innovative solutions to real-world markets.

Shape your expertise
You'll build your knowledge through dynamic core modules and tailor your studies with an optional module, ensuring your learning matches your career ambitions. Whether you want to explore digital trade and competition law, international human rights and governance, or gain experience through a professional practice placement, you'll secure a competitive advantage in the global market.

Connect with industry
Leeds Law School has strong connections with local, regional, and national organisations. These include commercial and corporate law firms in Leeds, and various governmental departments, such as the Government Legal Department, Department for Energy Security and Net Zero, Department for Work and Pensions, and HM Treasury. You'll have opportunities to network with potential employers during your LLM study.

Get involved with career-building activities
Throughout the academic year, we organise many career and employability activities for Leeds Law School students. You can volunteer with Support Through Court, helping litigants in person navigate the court system; provide public legal education through Street Law; or attend guest lectures from practicing legal professionals. These activities enable you to develop vital legal skills and experience for life after your LLM.

Why study the LLM International Trade Law course at Leeds Beckett University?

Explore a growing sector of international law - gain globally relevant legal acumen in trade law as cross-border commerce continues to expand
Tailor your learning by choosing an optional module to match your career ambitions and enhance your expertise
Build connections with employers by networking with law firms, government departments, and industry professionals
Study in Leeds city centre, one of the UK's largest legal hubs
Develop career-ready skills in critical thinking, commercial awareness, and research expertise, giving you an edge in law, trade, and business roles worldwide

Everything you need to know

Discover all there is to know about the course, from entry requirements and fees to exploring the school you’ll be joining - we’ve got it covered.

Entry requirements

Applicants should either have at least a second class honours degree or have equivalent experience or training, normally from within the work environment.

All applications should be supported by a reference, either academic or professional; you can download our reference template for completion.

All applicants should satisfy our University English language requirements.

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Modules, teaching and learning

Independent study is a crucial part of learning at university and you will be required to undertake many hours of self-directed research and reading, and preparation and writing of assessments. Your course is delivered through a number of modules, which will help you to plan your time and establish a study routine. Outside of your lectures, workshops and tutorials, a range of support is available to assist with your independent study. Our subject-specific librarians will be on hand to direct you to the specialist learning and study-skill resources. You’ll also be assigned an academic advisor to give you tailored feedback and support.

Modules, Workload & More

Fees and funding

£11,740

The tuition fee for the year for students entering in 2026/27 is £11740. The amount you will pay may increase each year to take into account the effects of inflation.

£18,440

International 2026

The tuition fee for the year for students entering in 2026/27 is £18440. The amount you will pay is fixed at this level for each year of your course.

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Funding support for your studies

Discover more about our range of postgraduate funding options including a Master's Loan of up to £13,206, and our 20% alumni discount*

*Terms apply

Funding your studies

20% Alumni Discount*

Your future in our hands

There’s a lot to consider when choosing a course. Take a look at the team you’ll be working with, employability statistics and career prospects to help make up your mind.

Career Prospects

LLM International Trade Law is designed to give you an edge in law, trade, and business roles worldwide. You'll gain specialist legal knowledge, commercial awareness, and practical skills that employers value, positioning you to tackle complex international trade challenges with confidence. Specific job roles include:

Paralegal
International trade lawyer
In-house legal counsel for global corporations
International trade compliance specialist
International commercial arbitrator
Trade contracts supervisor
International trade policy adviser

Optional modules and your independent dissertation enable you to tailor your expertise to match your career ambitions, giving you a distinctive advantage in competitive global markets.

Depending on your chosen career path and the country you wish to work in, you may need additional qualifications. You could progress to legal training courses to qualify as a solicitor or barrister in England and Wales, such as our LLM Professional Legal Practice or PG Dip Professional Legal Practice.

LLM International Trade Law is a unique LLM offering a combined specialization in public international trade (WTO rules) and private international trade law (international contracts on sale in goods). The course, taught by research-active staff, equips students with expertise in transnational trade regulations, which is vital in the contemporary global world."

Dr Pavel Repyeuski Course Director

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