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MSc Law and Finance

University of Leeds, United Kingdom
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Course Overview

In addition to the possibility of pursuing further research and/or doctoral study, the course will equip graduates to pursue a range of careers. In particular, the courses will be of benefit to graduates wishing to work in financial institutions; banks; the financial services industry; government; international organisations; non-governmental organisations (NGOs); and international media or journalism. Possible career destinations for graduates from this programme include commercial banking; investment banking; hedge fund managing; venture capitalism; market regulation; compliance; accountancy; management consultancy; or even becoming entrepreneurs by starting their own business.

Recent graduates have gone on to work in the UK and overseas in a range of sectors and professions including accountancy firms, law firms, audits, higher education and beyond. Many also pursue further study by commencing PhD research.

General Eligibility

A bachelor's degree with a 2:1 (Hons) in law or a relevant business degree such as accounting, finance, economics or mathematics. Applicants without a law degree will nevertheless be expected to have taken some law modules at the undergraduate level or during previous postgraduate study.

Part Time Work Details

20 Hours of Work permit weekly for international students.

What You'll Study

1 Year 1
  • Explore corporate law, corporate finance law, corporate tax law and securities regulation

  • Engage critically with domestic and international developments in financial law from practical, regulatory and policy perspectives

  • Examine detailed knowledge of financial services and financial derivatives both from a theoretical and practical standpoint

  • Understand how to analyse and present statistical data

  • Learn how to interpret financial accounting information

  • Make effective financial decisions in a corporate enterprise.

Language Requirement

  • IELTS6.0
  • TOEFL78
  • PTE58
  • Duolingo79

IELTS 6.5 overall, with no less than 6.0 in any components.

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