Law with International Arbitration & Commercial Law

International arbitration and commercial law are specialist areas that sit at the heart of global business and cross-border dispute resolution. Commercial law governs the legal relationships between businesses, covering contracts, company law, financial transactions, and the regulation of trade. International arbitration is the mechanism through which commercial disputes between parties in different countries are resolved outside the national court systems, and it has become one of the most important tools of international commerce, particularly in sectors such as energy, construction, finance, and intellectual property.

Understanding both areas is essential for lawyers who want to work in international business, and the combination is increasingly sought after by top law firms.

At Brunel University London, the LLB Law with International Arbitration and Commercial Law degree gives you the full qualifying law degree alongside specialist knowledge in international arbitration and commercial law. You will study the core legal subjects needed for professional qualification alongside commercial, international, and comparative law, and you will develop expertise in cross-border transactions and cross-cultural dispute resolution. The degree does not include a placement or year abroad, allowing all three years to focus on developing depth and breadth within the law curriculum.

Graduates from this programme are particularly well placed for careers in commercial law, international law firms, arbitration institutions, and the legal and compliance functions of multinational companies. Qualifying as a solicitor or barrister with a specialism in commercial and international law is the most direct route, and many graduates find that their specialist knowledge gives them an advantage when applying to top-tier firms. In-house legal roles, international organisations, and the growing field of alternative dispute resolution are further destinations.

Postgraduate study in international commercial law or arbitration is a natural next step for those who want to develop deeper specialist expertise. The typical entry tariff is 120 points.