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MSc Law and Finance programme

Our dynamic new interdisciplinary Masters programme in Law and Finance offers students a cutting-edge education at the crossroads of law, finance, economics, and accounting.

Overview

The Masters in Law and Finance is delivered by the Faculty of Laws, the School of Management and the Department of Economics at UCL. It is designed to equip students with the necessary skills to navigate the complex interplay between law and finance and confidently tackle issues that arise in modern financial markets.

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Programme highlights

  • Reap the benefits of studying at both UCL School of Management in Canary Wharf, London's vibrant financial district, and UCL Laws in Bloomsbury, the heart of legal London.
  • Gain practical skills with work placements at top financial institutions or corporate law firms.
  • Tailor your programme to your goals and interests with optional modules in areas like banking regulation, corporate governance, or debt finance.
  • Gain a competitive edge for careers in law firms, financial institutions, regulatory agencies, consulting, and multinational companies.
  • Build a strong professional network and gain industry insights through our connections with Legal London and the Financial District.

Why choose this programme? 

In today’s interconnected and highly regulated financial markets, it is increasingly important for professionals to be equipped with comprehensive knowledge across law, finance, economics, and accounting. Our innovative, executive-style programme is designed to bridge these disciplines, ensuring that graduates are well-prepared to adapt to evolving market conditions and emerging challenges, making them valuable assets to any organisation.

Graduates from this programme will emerge with:

  • A robust toolkit of analytical techniques and empirical knowledge.
  • The ability to critically assess regulatory and policymaking challenges in corporate and financial markets.
  • The skills to evaluate and address complex interactions between law and finance.
  • Preparedness for professional roles across various sectors.

Entry Requirements

Academic requirements: A minimum of a First or a high 2.1 (68% or above) across all modules in an undergraduate degree in law, finance, business, accounting or a related discipline from a UK university, or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard.

English language requirements: Advanced

A pre-sessional course in mathematics/accounting basics/quantitative methods will be mandatory for all students who do not have a degree in a quantitative subject, and a pre-sessional course in legal methods will be mandatory for all students who do not have a law degree.

This is a highly competitive programme, with only 45 places being offered this year.

Who should apply?

The programme is designed for students with an interest in law, finance, or a related field. It will equip students with the analytical techniques, empirical knowledge, and transferable skills needed to thrive in the dynamic fields of law and finance.

Students can choose to complete the programme in one year of full-time study or over two years of part-time study, making it suitable for both recent graduates and working professionals.

Programme structure

Taught by leading experts in law and finance, the core modules offered on the programme are designed exclusively for students on the MSc in Law and Finance. They blend a thorough overview of financial and regulatory theory with case studies and real-world transactions for students to analyse and discuss in class.

The programme emphasises applying learned theory through practical experience and professional development. Students can participate in a work placement at a top financial or legal institution in London, gaining hands-on experience, developing professional skills, and building valuable connections.

Term 1

Compulsory modules:

Economic foundations of regulation and government 
Investments and asset management
Theory and practice of the law of corporate finance

Optional modules:

Students will choose optional modules across term 1 and term 2 totaling 45 credits from a list of approved modules from the LLM or MSc Finance programmes. 

Term 2

Compulsory modules:

Corporate transactions and restructuring 
Theory and practice of the law of corporate finance

Optional modules:

Students will choose optional modules across term 1 and term 2 totalling 45 credits from a list of approved modules from the LLM or MSc Finance programmes. 

Term 3

Students can choose to either take a two-month work placement at a financial or legal institution, and write a report about the tasks undertaken; or a 10,000 word independent research essay on a topic at the intersection of law and finance and supervised by a member of one of the participating departments. 

In part-time study mode, students are expected to take the four compulsory core modules in year one and the optional modules, together with the work placement or dissertation, in year two. 

Fees

Full-time students

UCL's tuition fees for both UK and International students registered on the MSc Law and Finance programme for 2025/26 is £47,900.

Part-time students

UCL's tuition fees for both UK and International students registered on the MSc Law and Finance programme for 2025/26 is £23,950.

Scholarships 

Scholarships will be available to students on the MSc Law and Finance. Details on eligibility and how to apply will be added soon.

    Career Prospects

    Upon completing the Masters in Law and Finance, graduates will possess a distinct competitive advantage, well-equipped to pursue diverse and rewarding career opportunities in a range of sectors, including law firms, financial institutions, regulatory agencies, consulting firms, and multinational corporations.