Law and Technology The University of Exeter

Overview

Within the Law and Technology programme from The University of Exeter you will gain a foundation in the regulation of technological innovation and relevant legal skills essential to technological governance, such as data protection and regulation theory.

Key facts

• Studying a Master of Laws in Law and Technology offers a rewarding learning experience with opportunities to deepen your understanding of the legal implications of technological innovation, and to acquire academic knowledge and interpersonal skills required for a career – in legal practice or in academia – in the field of law and technology, including private practice, law firms, corporate or public employment.   
• The Exeter LLM is a rigorous programme of postgraduate study designed for the most ambitious and capable students. Delivered by eminent scholars in law and technology, the Exeter LLM in Law and Technology allows you to create a bespoke programme of learning addressing your specific academic and professional interests, readying you to fulfil your career ambitions or for doctoral study.  
• To enhance your research and learning experience, and to create a vibrant community of postgraduate students enrolled on this programme, you will be affiliated with one of the Law School’s research centres for the duration of your programme. This will provide a forum where you can discuss your interests with fellow students and members of academic staff and receive constructive feedback on your ideas during in-class discussions (oral feedback), as well as following the completion of formative and summative assessments (written individualised feedback with oral feedback upon request).  
• Careers 
• The transferable and problem-based skills you will develop will prepare you for employment in multiple sectors such as private practice, law firms, corporate or public employment. You will also acquire useful tools should you plan to set up your own businesses involving or promoting innovative technologies.
• Graduate destinations
• The wealth of knowledge and transferable skills gained with the LLM Law and Technology will allow you to pursue employment in a wide range of careers including:  

• Senior legal positions in private practice, corporate or public employment –   

• Positions in fields requiring specialisation, 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.