Key information

This LLM programme aims to deepen your understanding of evolving legal areas influenced by technology and AI, enhance your professional legal skills, and encourage critical reflection on areas such as regulation and ethical use of technology and artificial intelligence, or the legal principles needed to meet new challenges, as well as the impact of technological innovations on legal practice.

Benefits of this course

In this course, you will learn about key areas where new laws are being developed, such as the regulation and ethical use of technology and AI, and where existing legal principles are evolving to address new challenges in contractual obligations, asset ownership, and intellectual property rights.

You will also explore the impact of technology on legal practice, including the development of online courts and dispute resolution processes.

The benefits of this course include gaining a sophisticated understanding of technological impacts on law, the ability to make informed career choices, and the opportunity to demonstrate self-reliance and innovative thinking through a dissertation.

Who is this course for?

This postgraduate course is designed for law graduates, legal professionals, and individuals from other disciplines interested in understanding how technology and artificial intelligence are transforming the legal landscape.

It suits those aiming to specialise in this cutting-edge area of law, enhance their professional skills in the context of technological advancements, and position themselves at the forefront of legal innovation.

Teaching and assessment

Research Dissertation or Project

This LLM offers flexible blended learning with a choice of studying in-person or online. You will have weekly lectures and seminars, supported by comprehensive online resources.

A structured approach guides your learning, with opportunities for interactive discussions and independent study. You can choose to attend classes in person or participate online synchronously or asynchronously.

You will be assessed in a range of formats including written coursework and presentations, evaluating your understanding of legal principles, research skills, and analytical abilities.

The dissertation gives you the opportunity to expand your independent research skills and ability to develop complex arguments. Feedback is provided throughout to support your learning and development.

Hybrid teaching

Our LLM programmes are designed for hybrid learning. You have the choice of studying at our central London campus or online from anywhere in the world.

You can follow all classes synchronously or asynchronously. However, please note that all live teaching, personal tutoring and dissertation supervision will take place between 9:00 – 19:00 UK time.

Classroom technology enables academic staff to present to their class and lead discussion with students on campus and online simultaneously. All classroom teaching is supplemented by online materials.