Private International Law
Master
In Aberdeen
Description
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Type
Master
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Location
Aberdeen (Scotland)
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Duration
12 Months
As a result of globalisation, and, in Europe, of its recent communitarisation, Private International Law has undergone profound changes and has become a subject of both increasing prominence and complexity. The LLM Programme in Private International Law reflects established areas of research strength in the School of Law, and offers options which meet the demand for studying contemporary conflict of laws issues in at an advanced level.
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About this course
Normally a 2(1) honours degree in Law (or another discipline) or equivalent.
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Course programme
Syllabus
Students must complete four taught courses, a Research Methods course and a dissertation. At least three courses must be taken from the list below. The fourth course can be taken from a different LLM Programme. The dissertation shall be written on a Private International Law topic.
- Private International Law Concepts and Institutions - Compulsory Course
- Private International Law of Business Transactions - Jurisdiction
- Comparative and International Insolvency Law
- Private International Law of Family Law
- Choice of Law in Business Transactions
The compulsory course, Private International Law Concepts and Institutions, will provide the core elements on which students can build up their knowledge. Further courses will introduce students to topical issues of practical relevance. While most will focus on aspects pertinent to civil and commercial operations one course will also be offered in the field of international family law. The intention is that by the end of the programme students will have developed a methodology, which will enable them to analyse confidently any problems arising in international transactions and private issues with an international element. Students are also expected to gain expertise on Private International Law in the European Union with an understanding of global harmonisation processes through the Hague Conference on Private International Law.
Assessment
Assessment is based on a combination of coursework submitted during the semester and a written examination at the end of the relevant semester. In addition, students must complete a course in research methods and a dissertation on a topic within the specialism. Guidance on the writing of a dissertation is given.
Teaching
Teaching is organised on a modular basis. There are two twelve-week semesters, the first beginning at the end of September, the second at the end of January. Students can join either in September or January. Examinations are held at the end of each semester, in January and May. Courses are offered subject to the availability of staff, sufficient enrolment and to sabbatical arrangements.
Duration
12 months, full-time.
Additional information
Contact person: Ms Caroline Ransom
Private International Law