The Master of Laws is an internationally recognised postgraduate law degree in today’s highly competitive global career market due to its international credibility. There will be opportunities for you to develop analytical, critical, communication and presentational skills, much valued by employers. It is an ideal entry route into careers in law teaching and research, government service, the judiciary, international organisations, non-governmental organisations and private practice. The course focuses on international law, providing a coherent programme of study which has proved of particular interest to overseas students and those hoping to work abroad or with multinational companies. Course assessment methods vary and will include essays, problem questions, cases studies, presentations, submission of workshop papers, time constrained assignments, research reports and submission of the dissertation. On successful completion, you should be able to: demonstrate a sound understanding of the central features of international law, international human rights and international business law, together with the context, values, principles and rules which underpin them; demonstrate an appropriate degree of critical analytical and communication skills and an enhanced ability to use primary and secondary sources, critically evaluate legal and other materials in the presentation of oral and written arguments, including the acquisition of advanced citation and referencing skills; design, execute and critically evaluate research and to identify and employ appropriate sources and methods for its completion.