Starting 24th October 2022
Delivered by distance learning over 24 months
An academic study of sports law with a practical dimension, which involves undertaking case studies in a number of modules.
In Partnership with Liverpool John Moores University
About this course
The LLM in Sports Law is at the forefront of sports law education in the UK. It combines the academic study of sports law with a very important practical dimension, which involves undertaking case studies in a number of modules.
Core Modules
- Module 1 – Sports Law – An Introduction – 20 credits
- Module 2 – ADR – 20 credits
- Module 3 – Data Protection – 20 credits
- Module 4 – Sports Participant and the Courts – 20 credits
- Module 5 – Representing the Athlete/Player – 20 credits
- Module 6 – Sports Broadcasting and the New Media – 10 credits
- Module 7 – Research Methods – 10 credits
- Module 8 - Dissertation (60 credits)
When does it start and how long is the course?
Starts 24th October 2022
Duration:
- The Masters Law course is delivered over 24 months
Postgraduate Certificate – Modules 1-3
Postgraduate Diploma – Modules 1-7
Masters in Law – Modules 1-8
By completing this course, you will be able to...
- Develop the ability to identify and prioritise source materials needed for a proper understanding of sports law
- Scrutinise contemporary case studies and emerging case law applicable to arbitration
- Critically compare and contrast sensitive and non-sensitive data within an international media context
- Flexibly and creatively apply knowledge of practices within the law relating to representing the athlete/player and more!
Assessed by Liverpool John Moores University
- To successfully complete the course you must pass each module.
- Assessment will incorporate coursework, online examinations, research assignments and essays.
- You will also be expected to participate in the virtual learning environment with tutors and fellow students.
- There will be no examinations requiring attendance at a venue.
Achieve your LLM from anywhere in the world!
- Accessible – 24/7 availability from wherever you have an internet connection
- Flexible – take control of how, where and when to study, at a pace that's right for you
- Professional – industry leading course directors and tutors
- Quality – study the same course used by corporations for internal training
- Network – with tutors and like-minded professionals from around the world. Use our online tutorial forum to ask questions and share knowledge