LLM Law Conversion

This module is designed to maximise student engagement, enhance legal research skills, and promote employability. Students will undertake an independent research project on a topic of their choice within the legal domain, fostering digital literacy and academic writing skills. The module will provide students with a structured framework for developing research methodologies, critical analysis, and professional writing techniques. This module will introduce you the basic principles of Real Property Law in England and Wales and the various rights and interests which can exist in real property, with particular reference to the development of legal and equitable rights and their protection in unregistered and registered land, informal and formal acquisition of title to land, co-ownership, leases and interests in land. This module will also introduce you the rules of equity and statutory formality requirements relating to the creation of express private trusts including secret trusts and the duties of the trustees. This module aims, through taught classes and independent (but guided) research, to develop a knowledge and understanding of the underlying principles of Real Property Law of England and Wales and of Equity and Trusts which will help you understand and apply the legal principles rather than deliver a treatment of the law.

In today’s legal environment, leaders and professionals must base decisions on sound evidence and reliable knowledge. This module develops the research skills and critical understanding needed for success in postgraduate study and throughout your career. On completion, you will be able to critically appraise existing knowledge, research, new evidence, and emerging innovations in legal practice. You will enhance your analytical skills to make reasoned, creative, and original judgements about the practical application of law. The module also enables you to engage with complex legal norms, explore the limits of current legal knowledge, and evaluate advanced scholarship within your chosen practice area. You will develop intellectual autonomy as an independent learner and strengthen your ability to reflect on professional practice and manage your ongoing development as part of lifelong learning. As part of the module, you will undertake an independent master’s-level research project, choosing one of two pathways: Route A: Dissertation / Final Project – a traditional academic dissertation allowing in‑depth exploration of a topic of personal interest, supported by research philosophy and core legal principles. Route B: Investigating a Business Issue Project – a practice‑focused project based on a micro‑placement, professional activity, or networking opportunity. You will examine a live legal issue arising from this experience and apply research skills in context. Across both routes, you will learn to design and plan a research project, carry out your research confidently, and present your findings clearly and professionally. By the end of the module, you will be equipped to conduct independent research and to commission, manage, and evaluate research undertaken by others—capabilities that enhance effectiveness in a wide range of legal careers.

The module has been designed to maximise student engagement, understanding of the law and promote skills and employability. Students will acquire knowledge in the areas of UK Public Law and European Union Law. They will develop practical and employability skills through face-to-face teaching, online activities and collaboration with peers. The learning and teaching approach of the module will give the opportunity for students: • To consolidate information taught and test immediate knowledge retention. • To gain a deeper understanding of legal issues through critical analysis and application of content. • To develop and reflect on the acquisition of legal and employability skills.

The module has been designed to maximise student engagement, understanding of the law and promote skills and employability. Students will acquire knowledge in the area of Contract and Tort and develop practical and employability skills through face-to-face teaching, online activities and collaboration with peers. The learning and teaching approach of the module will give the opportunity for students: • To consolidate information taught and test immediate knowledge retention. • To gain a deeper understanding of legal issues through critical analysis and application of content. • To develop and reflect on the acquisition of legal and employability skills The module may provide students with the opportunity to be awarded digital badges for different skills and employability activities. Badges may be awarded for the completion of tasks and/or for completion of a self-directed series of activities. Once the tasks have been competed students will be awarded a digital badge that can be shared on portfolio websites such as LinkedIn. Students will be able to share the badges with prospective employers by adding them to a C.V.