Master of Laws LLM in Law and Technology

Program Overview

The Master of Laws (LLM) in Law and Technology is a rigorous postgraduate degree designed for individuals seeking to specialize in the regulation and governance of technology. Delivered by eminent scholars, the program offers a bespoke learning experience with a focus on key areas such as AI, blockchain, and data protection. Graduates are equipped with the knowledge and skills for careers in legal practice, academia, or positions requiring expertise in law and technology.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

• Objectives:
• Acquire skills in the regulation and governance of technology and relevant policy-making.
• Gain a foundation in the regulation of technological innovation and relevant legal skills essential to technological governance, such as data protection and regulation theory.
• Develop in-depth knowledge in areas such as artificial intelligence, autonomous transport (shipping and vehicles), blockchain, digital copyright, and internet law.
• Join a dynamic and vibrant academic environment that attracts students from all over the world, creating a truly international learning community.
• Develop research skills by joining one of the research centers and become an active member of the vibrant research community.
• Program Description:
• The LLM in Law and Technology is a rigorous postgraduate program designed for ambitious and capable students.
• Delivered by eminent scholars in law and technology, the program allows students to create a bespoke program of learning addressing their specific academic and professional interests.
• The program prepares students for careers in legal practice or academia in the field of law and technology, including private practice, law firms, corporate or public employment, and doctoral study.

Outline:

• Structure:
• The program is offered as a 1-year full-time or 2-year part-time program.
• Students complete 60 credits of core modules and 120 credits of optional modules.
• Course Schedule:
• Formal teaching is delivered via weekly lectures or seminars, depending on group size.
• Course materials are delivered directly by academic staff, and students are encouraged to actively engage in discussions and debates.
• Students are in control of their own learning, appropriately supported by peers and staff, including a personal tutor.
• Modules:
• Compulsory Modules:
• LAWM640: Dissertation (60 credits)
• Optional Modules:
• LAWM165: Automated and Autonomous Transport: Cars and Ships (15 credits)
• LAWM167: Blockchain, Policy, Property (15 credits)
• LAWM169: Data Protection and Privacy (15 credits)
• LAWM170: Digital Copyright Law (15 credits)
• LAWM171: E-Commerce and Consumers (15 credits)
• LAWM181: Regulating AI: Law, Policy, and Ethics (15 credits)
• LAWM183: International Banking and Fintech Law and Regulation (15 credits)
• LAWM186: Legal Technology Innovation (15 credits)
• LAWM187: Internet, Crime and Online Harms (15 credits)
• LAWM188: Medical Technology and the Law (15 credits)

Assessment:

• Methods:
• Dissertation
• Extended coursework essays
• Written examinations in some modules where appropriate
• Criteria:

Teaching:

• Methods:
• Weekly lectures or seminars
• Direct delivery of course materials by academic staff
• Active engagement in discussions and debates
• Peer and staff support, including a personal tutor
• Faculty:
• Eminent scholars in law and technology
• Unique Approaches:
• Affiliation with one of the Law School's research centers for the duration of the program.
• Opportunities to discuss interests with fellow students and members of academic staff.
• Constructive feedback on ideas during in-class discussions and following the completion of formative and summative assessments.

Careers:

• Potential Career Paths:
• Senior legal positions in private practice, corporate or public employment.
• Positions in fields requiring specialization, such as shipping and transport, copyright, and FinTech, tech development.
• Positions in the rapidly growing field of data protection and privacy management.
• Positions requiring expertise in the regulation of technological innovation and the policy-making process, such as with the European Commission or the Governments of EU or UK.
• General management and leadership positions across all market sectors, such as Graduate Manager, Management Consultant, Business Development Manager, Operations Manager, Project Manager.
• Opportunities:
• Pro bono projects
• Internships
• Mooting
• Networking events
• Close and active links with Exeter Law School alumni and honorary doctorates.
• Opportunities to meet potential employers face-to-face through the annual Law Fair, workshops, and careers sessions.
• Outcomes:
• The wealth of knowledge and transferable skills gained with the LLM Law and Technology will allow students to pursue employment in a wide range of careers.

Other:

• Extra-curricular Activities:
• Pro bono projects
• Internships
• Mooting
• Networking events
• Facilities:
• Lasok Law Library, located in the Forum, holds in excess of 40,000 volumes and is open 24 hours a day.
• Diverse study spaces to suit specific learning needs, including dedicated quiet study, group work, or social learning over a coffee.
• Custom-built Moot Court equipped with the latest technology, including high-spec video conferencing.
• Research:
• Stimulating program of research seminars designed to enable staff and postgraduate students to experience cutting-edge research by members of the academic and legal community both within and outside of Exeter.
• Careers Support:
• Employability Officer
• Career Zone services
• Opportunities to meet potential employers face-to-face through the annual Law Fair, workshops, and careers sessions.

2024/25 entry UK fees per year: £12,000 full-time, £6,000 part-time International fees per year: £24,300 full-time, £12,150 part-time