Law - International Commercial Law & Alternative Dispute Resolution ADR

This LLM degree programme is relevant to both aspiring and current legal and business professionals wishing to gain specialisation and enhance career opportunities in Commercial Law and Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR). It has been developed in consultation with industry experts and in response to their employment needs.



Undertaking this unique LLM programme will not only provide the opportunity to explore the theories of commercial conflict resolution with an emphasis on mediation, but, by virtue of the input and expertise of our chosen industry partners, will enable students to develop practical skills in negotiation and provide the opportunity to become a fully accredited mediator, presenting a wealth of opportunities for career progression in this area of professional practice.



Students will gain a fundamental understanding of the core principles of commercial law examining current developments in areas such as financial markets and derivatives, commercial property law and international intellectual property law. The modules available draw on the strengths of experts on the field and feature input from senior practitioners from relevant industry sectors.



Conversion Course

Are you looking to pivot your career or expand your expertise?



This programme provides the perfect opportunity to transfer your skills to a different sector with no need to have a background in the subject area.



Attendance at lectures and seminar sessions is compulsory.

Year 1

• Commercial Alternative Dispute Resolution

• Mediation Project 2

• Mediation Project 1



Optional Modules

• Commercial Property Law

• Derivatives and Financial Markets



Year 2

• Corporate Law

• International Commercial Law

• Intellectual Property and Data Protection Law

• Innovation in Legal Work

• Commercial Clinical Legal Practice

A minimum of a second class lower degree (2.2) in law or relevant cognate degree with an element of law or other relevant modules.



English Language Requirements

English language requirements for international applicants

The minimum requirement for this course is Academic IELTS 6.0 with no band score less than 5.5. Trinity ISE: Pass at level III also meets this requirement for Tier 4 visa purposes.



Ulster recognises a number of other English language.

Start Date: September 2025

Career options

• Commercial Law Practice

• Dispute Resolution Practioner

• Finance & Banking

• Intellectual Property Law

• International Trade Law

• Accredited mediator