Entry year:: 2024/25
Start date:: October, April
Study mode:: Part-time
Course duration:: 2 years
Campus:: Mount Pleasant

Course modules

Discover the building blocks of your programme

Further guidance on modules

Modules are designated core or optional in accordance with professional body requirements, as applicable, and LJMU’s Academic Framework Regulations. Whilst you are required to study core modules, optional modules provide you with an element of choice. Their availability may vary and will be subject to meeting minimum student numbers.

Where changes to modules are necessary these will be communicated as appropriate.

Core modules

Alternative Dispute Resolution
20 credits

Compliance, Supervision and Enforcement
20 credits

Dissertation
60 credits

Financial Services Ombudsman
20 credits

Marketing Financial Services
10 credits

Research Methods
10 credits

Risk Management and Stress Testing
20 credits

The City of London and Financial Services Law Institutions
20 credits

Career paths

Further your career prospects

LJMU has an excellent employability record with 96% (HESA 2018) of our postgraduates in work or further study six months after graduation. Our applied learning techniques and strong industry connections ensure our students are fully prepared for the workplace on graduation and understand how to apply their knowledge in a real world context.

Fees and funding

Entry requirements

You will need:

Qualification requirements

A levels

A recognised first degree in Law of at least a good Second Class Honours standard. Applicants who do not possess a first degree in law will normally possess a relevant alternative first degree of at least a good Second Class Honours standard. The requirements of a Second Class degree may be waived where it can be shown that an applicant has achieved a comparable academic standard through past studies and work experience (2 years minimum of relevant work experience). Applicants will be considered if they possess other comparable qualifications and/or who possess relevant work experience.

International requirements

Other international requirements

Where English is a second language you will be required to demonstrate a minimum International English Language Testing System (IELTS) score of 6.5 or a Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFEL) score of 575. In some cases, applicants who do not pass the standard entry requirement may be permitted to enrol at the discretion of the programme leader. Applications are welcomed from overseas students, and all applicants are considered on individual merit, without regard to gender, marital status, disability, race, ethnic origin, religion or social background. The course will be taught in English.

How to apply

Securing your place at LJMU

Your university life

From accommodation and academic support to clubs and societies. Find out what LJMU has to offer.

Postgraduate life at LJMU

See the amazing support you will get from the university, the academic expertise of the staff here, the first-class learning environment, fabulous libraries, excellent career guidance and their ongoing love affair with the city of Liverpool.

Accommodation

As a new student at LJMU, we guarantee accommodation right in the heart of the dynamic city centre, with easy access to the main University campuses.

You can view our approved accommodation to see the halls that we offer to new students.

Your campus

We’re very proud of our campuses. Not only because they provide a modern and inspiring learning space for all our students but also because they’re a place people really want to be.

Find out more about your campus

Living in Liverpool

Liverpool is one of Europe's most dynamic and cultured cities. Come find out why it's a great city to study in.

Go abroad

LJMU aims to make international opportunities available to every student. You may be able to study abroad as part of your degree at one of our 100+ partner universities across the world. You could also complete a work placement or apply for one of our prestigious worldwide internship programmes.

Sports, societies and lifestyle

Getting involved in sports, clubs and societies at Liverpool John Moores University is a great way to challenge yourself, meet people who share your interests, and feel more connected to the University community.