Law, Regulation and the International Financial System, MSc
Study our MSc Law, Regulation and the International Financial System to discover the regulatory framework for international financial systems via legal and financial topics.
Governments, regulators, and the financial industry have made major efforts to promote legal compliance and fair-dealing cultures within the financial sector. This has increased the demand for skilled graduates with knowledge in both law and finance.
Our Master’s in Law, Regulation and the International Financial System is designed to provide a thorough understanding of the issues associated with the financial services sector. You will explore relevant knowledge related to business operations, regulations, and international best practice in this area. You’ll also develop in-depth learning through a major independent research project in a specialist area of your choice.
Successful graduates will be equipped with the specialist knowledge for the legal and financial industry. They will be ideally suited for roles in the legal sectors, financial institutions, public sectors, international institutions or non-governmental organisations, and for pursuing further research.
Complete your law degree at Greenwich - and get a US law degree in just 15 extra months
Graduates of University of Greenwich law degrees have a fantastic opportunity to progress on to the JD programme (Juris Doctor - the American law degree) or LLM programme with our partners at Mitchell Hamline School of Law (MHSL), in Minnesota, USA.
This pioneering agreement between the two universities, means that our graduates can complete their JD programme in only 15 months rather than the full three years.
Mitchell Hamline School of Law is also offering up to 50% scholarships (depending on the student application) to Greenwich graduates.
For further information please contact law@gre.ac.uk.
Duration
- 1 years full-time
- 2 years part-time
Start month
September
What you should know about this course
What you will study
About the course team
You will be taught by an experienced team of experts, includes academics who have industry experience. Teaching is informed by our research, consultancy, and enterprise work, and most of our lecturers hold a teaching qualification. Learn more about our staff.
My tutor was very inspiring and supportive. I really enjoyed the programme. It provided me with the knowledge I needed to start a career as a consultant in Deloitte.
I had the opportunity to participate in various extracurricular activities that not only enhanced my personal growth but also allowed me to connect with a diverse group of peers.
Entry requirements
An undergraduate (honours) degree at 2:2, or above, in Law, Finance, or a relevant subject.
Applicants without a degree that have professional qualifications or relevant professional experience may be considered.
For more information, use our contact form or call us on 020 8331 9000.
You can also read our admissions policy.
For more information, use our contact form or call us on 020 8331 9000.
You can also read our admissions policy.
Available to overseas students?
Yes
Can I use Prior Learning?
Find out more on our Recognition of Prior Learning pages.
How you will learn
Teaching
In a typical week, learning takes place through a combination of lectures and seminars. You will be able to discuss and develop your understanding of topics covered in lectures in seminar sessions. Contact hours may fall between 9am and 9pm, depending on your elective modules and seminars.
Class sizes
Lectures usually are attended by larger groups and seminars/tutorials by smaller groups. This can vary more widely for modules that are shared between degrees.
Independent learning
Outside of timetabled sessions, you will need to dedicate time to self-study to prepare for coursework and presentations. Our Stockwell Street Library and online resources will support your further reading and research. Also, you can join a range of student societies and take part in employability and enterprise workshops.
Overall workload
Your overall workload consists of contact hours (lectures and seminars), independent learning, and assessments. For full-time students, the workload should be roughly equivalent to a full-time job. For part-time students, this will reduce in proportion with the number of modules you are studying.
Assessment
On this course, students are assessed by essays and a dissertation.
Feedback summary
We aim to give feedback on assignments within 15 working days.
Dates and timetables
The academic year runs from September to June.
Full teaching timetables are not usually available until term has started. For any queries, please call 020 8331 9000.
Fees and funding
Part 1 of the course (the first 60 credits studied at Greenwich) is set at £7,000.
You then have two options, depending on how you choose to complete the course.
Option 1: I will study Part 2 at Massey and Part 3 at Greenwich.
- Part 2 is paid to Massey based on its 2021 fees
- Part 3 is paid to Greenwich, at £3,000.
Option 2: I will study both Part 2 and 3 at Massey.
- Parts 2 and 3 are paid to Massey based on its 2021 fees.
The fee payable to Massey will be shown on its website once available. This is likely to be higher than the 2020 fees (currently NZ$15,365 per part). It will also differ if you are eligible for domestic New Zealand fees.
Scholarships and bursaries
We offer a wide range of financial help including scholarships and bursaries.
The Greenwich Bursary
This bursary is worth £700 for new undergraduate students with a low household income, entering Year 0 or 1 who meet the eligibility criteria.
EU Bursary
Following the UK's departure from the European Union, we are supporting new EU students by offering a substantial fee-reduction for studying.
Financial support
We want your time at university to be enjoyable, rewarding, and free of unnecessary stress, so planning your finances before you come to university can help to reduce financial concerns. We can offer advice on living costs and budgeting, as well as on awards, allowances and loans.
Further costs may include (but are not limited to):
- Resources: you may need to purchase books for your studies, as well as specific computer software (estimate, £150 per year)
- Trips: For site visits and field trips, you will need to pay your own travel and subsistence costs
- Memberships: Applying for professional memberships will incur additional costs.
Careers and placements
What sort of careers do graduates pursue?
Graduates may take up careers with legal sectors, financial institutions, public sectors, international institutions or non-governmental organisations, or pursue university teaching and further research.
Do you provide employability services?
Employability activities take place all the time and students are encouraged to take part in as many opportunities as possible.
Our Employability and Careers Service provides support to apply for placements and graduate roles, such as CV clinics, mock interviews and Employability skills workshops.
Each school has its own Employability Officer who provides specific opportunities relevant to your own course. They work closely with professionals in industry to ensure you are well-prepared for the workplace and have already begun to build your professional network by the time you graduate.
Support and advice
Academic skills and study support
We want you to make the most of your time with us. You can access study skills and academic writing support through your tutor, our subject librarians, and our online academic skills centre. Where appropriate, we provide support in academic English.
Support from the department
The School of Law & Criminology provides pastoral support throughout your studies with us. Students have a personal tutor and access to training in study skills, dissertation preparation, methods and ethics and have access to advice on employability and careers. Additionally, joining societies such as the University's student Law Society or initiatives such as the Innocence Project London can build skills and present new opportunities.
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