This extensive Postgraduate Programme will be the most comprehensive of its type in the UK. The continual thread throughout this programme will be the enhancement of argumentation skills: from an examination of legal systems, to the considered identification of the law and the forensic analysis of the court’s reasoning, to the comprehensive application of the law, and then to the convincing communication of one’s reasoning both in writing and orally. By way of broad overview, during the programme, you will acquire knowledge of legal systems including both common-law and civil law systems, legal reasoning, research theories and strategies, legal argumentation and debating techniques, theories of logic and rhetoric, and will develop and enhance your written and oral advocacy skills. You will be taught by academics and practitioners who will draw on their expertise and experience to deliver the programme under the direction of the Director of the Programme. A range of teaching methods will be adopted to ensure you have ample opportunities to apply their understanding of the subjects taught in the programme. Teaching will be in the seminar style, which will afford opportunity for discussion, practice, assessment and feedback. This will encourage you to learn from both your instructors and peers. You will have many opportunities to present arguments in oral and written form and to conduct independent research. The direction of your individual study will be guided by the formal study sessions you attend, along with your reading lists and assignments. However, we expect you to demonstrate an active role in your own learning by reading widely and expanding your own knowledge, understanding and critical ability. Independent study will foster in you the ability to identify your own learning needs and determine which areas you need to focus on to become proficient in your subject area. This is an important transferable skill and will help to prepare you for the transition to working life.