Overview

Banking and finance underpins global markets that impact on the day to day activities of businesses and individuals around the world. To work in this high-paced legal environment, you are expected to have developed a clear understanding of the regulation and practice of banking at national, supranational and international levels. The LLM in International Banking Law and Finance at The University of Edinburgh caters to those needs.

Career opportunities:

Past graduates have joined, or advanced pre-existing careers with:

large global banks

global law firms

regulatory agencies

central banks

private sector consulting firms

FinTech operators

venture capital and private equity firms

asset management companies

compliance and accounting firms

other public and private sector organisations

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Programme Structure

Courses included:

Principles of Banking Law

Principles of Financial Transactions

Corporate Finance and Law

Advanced Capital Markets Law

Sustainable Finance and the Law

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-04 00:00:00

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It is strongly recommended that you apply as early as possible

There are 2 round of application:15 December / 4 May

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

100

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Disciplines

International Law Finance Banking View 680 other Masters in Finance in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

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100

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Other requirements

General requirements

A minimum UK 2:1 honours degree from a UK university, or its international equivalent, in law.

In evaluating your application for postgraduate study, greater emphasis may be placed upon results of prior learning in subjects relevant to the intended degree programme.

Supporting your application:

Relevant work experience is not required but may increase your chances of acceptance.

Relevant professional qualifications will be considered.

Preference will be given to those with grades above the minimum requirements due to strong competition for places on this programme.

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Tuition Fees

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32000 GBP / year

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Citizens or residents

16000 GBP / year

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Living costs

Edinburgh

United Kingdom

725 - 1167 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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