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LL.M. in Construction Law

An LL.M. in Construction Law can be an essential tool for a lawyer or other professional working in or around the field of construction. Indeed, the web of rules and regulations that relate to construction law can be complex and can even cross borders. Not to mention the legal ramifications of new technologies that might be affecting the way construction projects are managed and executed. That's why many LL.M. programs in Construction Law leverage up-to-date research and knowledge relating to the field.

As such, some courses that one might pursue in an LL.M. degree in Construction Law might include construction contracts, project financing, risk management, and dispute resolution, not to mention essential topics such as residential construction law or commercial construction law.

LL.M. programs in Construction Law can be found at many law...

An LL.M. in Construction Law can be an essential tool for a lawyer or other professional working in or around the field of construction. Indeed, the web of rules and regulations that relate to construction law can be complex and can even cross borders. Not to mention the legal ramifications of new technologies that might be affecting the way construction projects are managed and executed. That's why many LL.M. programs in Construction Law leverage up-to-date research and knowledge relating to the field.

LL.M. programs in Construction Law can be found at many law schools around the world, in countries such as the United Kingdom and Australia. Some law schools might offer related LL.M. programs in topics such as International Arbitration or Real Estate Law, which may also address topics in Construction Law.

Graduates of LL.M.s in Construction Law might go on to lucrative fields in law firms that manage real estate projects, for example, or as legal consultants to construction companies. 

See below for a complete list of LL.M. programs in Construction Laws.

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Distance Learning: Postgraduate Diploma in International Construction Law more…

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Distance Learning: LL.M. Law, LL.M./MSc Construction Law and Arbitration, LL.M. Law and Energy Law more…

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The Centre of Construction Law was founded in 1987 by Professor John Uff QC CBE, who was its first Director (1987-1999) and founding Nash Professor of Engineering Law (1993-2002).  The current Director is Professor Renato Nazzini.

The main activities are:

• The MSc programme, taught since 1988 at the Strand Campus
• Conferences and public lectures on aspects of Construction Law
• Research and publications on aspects of Construction Law.

MSc Programme

The key feature of the Centre is its interdisciplinarity: our staff and students are drawn from all sides of the construction industry and its professions, including lawyers (barristers and solicitors), engineers, surveyors and other related professionals, as well as those with dual qualifications in a range of fields. The Centre has an international approach, encouraging dialogue between students and staff from all regions of the world on construction issues. We run intensive weekend modules to support participation by out of town students and those who are unable to study during the week.

Find out more about on our MSc programme, or download the Centre's prospectus here

PhD research degrees

All those wishing to do a research degree under the supervision of the Centre's academic staff are encouraged to apply. Discover more about the School's research degree programme .

Funding for PhD - Nash Scholarship

The Nash scholarship is a discretionary grant which the Centre can award to its PhD students. In order to be considered for the Nash scholarship, you will need to be accepted as a PhD student by the Centre (following an application via Admissions). For information contact [email protected]

Visiting Researchers

If you are interested in joining the Centre of Construction Law & Dispute Resolution as a Visiting Researcher, please forward to a copy of your CV and an outline of your research proposals to  [email protected] .

Opportunities for Visiting Students are available. Learn more about King’s Visiting Research Students scheme . 

Construction Law and Arbitration

Robert Gordon University offers an online LLM/MSc Construction Law and Arbitration course which provides practical, thorough and valuable teaching in the fast moving and highly specialist disciplines of construction law, construction adjudication and/or arbitration (depending on choice of route).

This course from Robert Gordon University is for legal professionals, and others with an interest in the legal issues surrounding construction claims, contracting, project management and surveying. It will equip you with in-depth knowledge of key topics in the fields of construction law and dispute resolution processes, providing specific focus on those processes which run alongside traditional litigation.

Mode of Attendance

Mode of Study

• Online Learning

Course Length

With this Construction Law and Arbitration postgraduate degree you will be introduced to the key foundational knowledge of law and develop your knowledge and understanding on law and procedure around either arbitration or adjudication (depending on choice of route).

You will develop advanced knowledge and understanding of specialist aspects of Construction Law. Depending on your chosen study route, you may balance construction law modules with adjudication modules.

You can choose to either write a 15,000 word dissertation or take a number of alternative options which will help broaden your experience and allow you to apply your legal knowledge in practice. Options include answering a case study, undertaking a research project, participating in an international mooting competition or studying through taught modules. 

Modules and delivery order may change for operational purposes. The University regularly reviews its courses. Course content and structure may change over time. See our  course and module disclaimer  for more information. 

Learning Methods

This part time Construction Law and Arbitration course is taught fully online, allowing you to study from any location and is designed to fit in around your work commitments.

Teaching will be delivered through the University's online virtual learning environment, CampusMoodle , allowing you to interact with tutors and fellow students around the world. You will be taught and supported by experienced industry professionals and academics who will recreate the same challenging interactive format of the on-campus courses for those studying at a distance.

Online learning allows for a diverse range of teaching and learning methods to be employed, and all supported by a dedicated technical team. The use of diverse and hi-tech learning methods promises the student a stimulating, interactive and informative learning experience.

Activity Summary

• Online activities (including online Forum Participation) - up to 30 students per group, 5-10 hours per week
• Independent Study, 5-10 hours per week

How long is a Construction Law and Arbitration course?

The Construction Law and Arbitration MSc can be successfully completed in 3 years.

Independent Study

It is suggested that you read the module materials and recommended additional readings on a weekly basis, with regular online interaction with students and tutors in the electronic forums and online activities being strongly encouraged. Written materials are increasingly supported with other forms of delivery.

Staff Delivering on this Course

You will be taught and supported by a teaching team which contains a balance of experienced industry professionals and high quality academic staff who will help create a challenging interactive environment for your study.

Staff on this course could also include guest lecturers, industry experts, librarians and Postgraduate Research students.

All our academic staff are encouraged to work towards a Higher Education Academy Fellowship. This is a professional recognition of an individuals practice, impact and leadership of teaching and learning.

Typically students are assessed over a three year period:

• 1 written exam, typically for 3 - 4  hours
• 3 written assignments, including scenario questions and essays
• 2 set exercises
• 1 oral assessment
• 1 written exam (Adjudication & Arbitration route) 
• 4 written assignments, including scenario questions and essays

Depends on which route is taken:

• 1  written assignments, including scenario questions and essays (taught module route)
• 1 report (research report route) 
• 1 dissertation (dissertation route)
• 1 project outputs (case study route)
• 11 group critiques (taught module route) 

We aim to provide you with feedback within 20 working days of hand-in for all written exams, coursework and practical exams.

Academic Support

The Inclusion Centre advises and supports students who disclose a sensory or mobility impairment, chronic medical condition, mental health issue, dyslexia and other specific learning differences. Applicants are encouraged to arrange a pre-entry visit to discuss any concerns and to view the facilities.

Online Learning & Support

All undergraduate and postgraduate students, whether you are learning on campus or by online learning, benefit from using our collaborative virtual learning environment, CampusMoodle. You will be provided with 24/7 online access to your learning material and resources, along with the ability to interact with your class members and tutors for discussion and support.

Study Skills Support

The Study Support Team provides training and support to all students in:

• Academic writing
• Study skills (note taking, exam techniques, time management, presentation)
• Maths and statistics
• English language
• Information technology support

Library Support

The Library offers support for your course, including the books, eBooks, and journals you will need. We also offer online reading lists for many modules, workshops and drop-ins on searching skills and referencing, and much more.

Job Prospects

The nature of the course allows you to use the skills and knowledge obtained to steer your career advancement.

In an increasingly competitive jobs market, practitioners equipped with both understanding of commercially relevant aspects of law and strong professional skills are highly sought after.  The programme provides the opportunity for lawyers to acquire specialist knowledge while non-lawyers are assisted in the transition into specialist areas that complement their existing experience in business and industry.

What is needed for a Master in Construction Law and Arbitration degree?

• Applicants will normally hold a 2:2 undergraduate honours degree or its equivalent in Architecture, Law, Surveying, an Engineering discipline, Construction Project Management or associated Business.
• Applicants with relevant work experience will be considered on a case by case basis.

English Language Requirements

Applicants whose first language is not English should have an IELTS of 6.5 overall, with no component lower than 5.5, or an equivalent.

We accept a variety of in-country and secure English language tests, find out more:

Please note, some courses may require a higher standard of English than stated in this page. Contact [email protected]  for further information.

Academic Year 2024-2025

Scottish students.

Rest of UK Students

Eu students, international students.

Additional Costs

• Students who do not wish to come to Aberdeen to sit the exam can arrange to take it at an appropriate venue (such as a British Council) but at their own cost.

Some other costs are not included in the course fees:

• The cost of books that you may wish to purchase.
• Costs associated with your placement / study abroad
• Accommodation and Living Costs

Alumni Discount

Robert Gordon University is delighted to offer a 20% loyalty discount on course fees for all alumni who have graduated from RGU.

Student Funding

Postgraduate students will normally make their own arrangements for payment of fees. However, there are a limited number of SAAS funded places on certain postgraduate courses.

Scholarships and Financial Awards

You may qualify for a scholarship or financial award:

For new intakes, course fees are reviewed and published annually for each mode of delivery. Tuition fees are fixed for the duration of a course at the rate confirmed in the offer letter. For further information:

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Get in touch with our Student Admissions Service and we'll do our best to help.

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Online Study, 36 months starts Sep 2024

Robert Gordon University offers an online LLM/MSc Construction Law and Arbitration course which provides practical, thorough and valuable teaching in the fast moving and highly specialist disciplines of construction law, construction adjudication and/or arbitration (depending on choice of route).

This course from Robert Gordon University is for legal professionals, and others with an interest in the legal issues surrounding construction claims, contracting, project management and surveying. It will equip you with in-depth knowledge of key topics in the fields of construction law and dispute resolution processes, providing specific focus on those processes which run alongside traditional litigation.

Online Study, 36 months started Sep 2023

This online LLM/MSc Construction Law and Arbitration course provides practical, thorough and valuable teaching in the fast moving and highly specialist disciplines of construction law, construction adjudication and/or arbitration (depending on choice of route).

This course is for legal professionals, and others with an interest in the legal issues surrounding construction claims, contracting, project management and surveying. It will equip you with in-depth knowledge of key topics in the fields of construction law and dispute resolution processes, providing specific focus on those processes which run alongside traditional litigation.

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An online Master of Laws (LLM) in Construction Law, offered by The University of Law, is a postgraduate degree designed for law and non-law graduates to enhance your academic legal knowledge. This internationally recognised Master’s course will give you the skills to enhance or pursue a career as a business owner, legal specialist, shipping specialist and maritime governance.

Entry requirements

Minimum second-class honours degree

Duration Options

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24 months (part-time)

Next start date

September 2024.

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Gain essential in-depth knowledge and insight in your chosen area of law and understand the importance of legal rules as they are applied in the real world.

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• 95% of postgraduate students in employment were in highly skilled employment 15 months after graduating (2020/21 Graduate Outcomes data). Contains HESA Data: Copyright Jisc 2022.

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Taught by a combination of former and current practitioners, as well as research and teaching academics who are focussed on legal practice, not just theory.

Course Details

The LLM Construction Law is an innovative, flexible programme that will provide you with the opportunity to explore issues surrounding Construction Law. Students will explore issues such as construction contracts; vicarious performance and insolvency; FIDIC (International) Conditions Silver Book; Engineering and Construction Contract (NEC); and Dispute Resolution. On completion of the course, you will be able to demonstrate the ability to conduct and evaluate research and use your learnings to offer resolutions that best reflect the situation.

When you study the LLM Construction Law with us you will:

• Be taught by our expert lecturers , including subject matter specialists, former and current practitioners, and research and teaching focused academics. 
• Learn about the context within which construction law operates and interplays with other areas such as economics and politics. 
• Research and critically evaluate the key theories, concepts and principles of construction law as applied in the UK.
• Benefit from strategic partnerships with firms, regulators and accreditation bodies, which inform our programme development.
• Improve your employability by gaining important transferable skills and mapping your career with our careers team.
• Strengthen your network - connect with other students, faculty and industry professionals on an international scale, and seek out opportunities for future placements and job opportunities.
• Increase your earning potential - the 2022 Graduate Labour Market Statistics found that postgraduates on average earn £6,500 more than their graduate counterparts.
• Get ahead of the competition - gain in-depth knowledge of your topic of interest and become a subject expert, which will provide you with a competitive edge in the job market.
• Enjoy flexibility - studying at our online campus gives you the opportunity to work at your own pace and around your other commitments, within given deadlines, and at your preferred time of day, with the benefit of our expertise, experience and employability focus.
• Our online programmes will save you the time and money on commuting to and from campus and allow you to study anywhere, across devices, however you can be reassured that the course won’t be compromised on quality or be less demanding than our on campus courses.
• Prepare for the future of Legal Technology – study modules in legal technology and gain insight into this emerging area of law.

Take a look at our Centre of Excellence for International Trade and Commerce , for more information about how you can benefit from our specialist programmes, strategic partnerships, expert teaching and resources to help you succeed in the fields of international trade and commerce.

Please note that, due to Home Office regulations, students who require a Student Route visa to study with us are not permitted to study online and can only choose face-to-face taught modules.

Course Structure

Terms 1 & 2 (full-time) or 1-4 (part-time).

In addition to a general induction to the programme, there is a two-week induction covering the Key Principles of the English Legal System. This is compulsory for non-law students, but also open to students wanting a refresher in the fundamentals of the law of England and Wales. This would be useful for any student who has taken a considerable break from legal education.

Compulsory modules include:

• Construction Law
• Research Methods Training to help you prepare for your dissertation

You may then choose three* from the list of elective modules which includes modules such as:

• International Commercial Law
• International Trade Law
• Maritime Law

View the elective module guide

*All elective modules are subject to availability.

Term 3 (full-time) or 5 & 6 (part-time)

Dissertation in Construction Law.

Course Start Dates

• Full-time: Online
• Part-time: Online

February 2025

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Study On Campus

You can also study these courses at one of our campuses across the UK. If you’re looking for a more traditional university experience, why not consider studying on campus?

Course Information

• Course dates

With so many options for studying this course, you can be sure to find a start date and study option to suit your needs.

Modules are assessed by a three hour unseen written examination or 4,500 word coursework assignment.

All assessments are conducted online.

The dissertation module will be assessed by submission of a thesis (15,000 words), and provides an opportunity for sustained, in-depth and intensive investigation into, and reflection upon, a specialist area of Construction Law.

This online course has an innovatively flexible structure, with specific assessments that are conducive to effective learning.

The approach to learning and teaching on the Master of Laws programmes is predominantly learner-centred. Each taught module is divided into a number of Units which are presented using the Prepare, Engage, Consolidate approach.

Prepare : this represents all the work the student needs to complete before attending the relevant workshop. Traditional lecture content will be presented in short bite-sized segments of approximately 10 minutes to better engage the modern student. Guided independent research and reading will be expected as part of a student’s preparation.

Engage: this represents the interactive element of the Unit. This could be a face to face workshop, a synchronous online workshop or an asynchronous online activity.

Consolidate: this represents the final part of the Unit and can be used by students to check their understanding of the Unit immediately after their Engage activity or as part of their revision for the module or both.

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This course cannot be chosen to study alongside our Legal Practice Course (LPC). For more information on the choice of Master's to study alongside our LPC, please visit the LPC page.

Please note: Our Master of Laws (LLM) programmes are not a direct route to qualification as a Barrister or Solicitor in the UK.

2024/25 Course Fee (for courses starting on or after 1 July 2024)

Online: £11,900 (or £11,400 including a £500 International Bursary*)

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By studying a Master's degree you could be eligible for a Postgraduate Loan .

If you’re a ULaw alumnus, you may be eligible to receive our £1000 Academic Master's Alumni Discount .

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Construction Lawyers Society of America

March 18, 2021, at 1:00 PM EDT

What every lawyer needs to know about arbitration: a conversation with experts—part i.

Construction Lawyers Society of America Webinar Series, together with the Litigation Counsel of America, presents "What Every Lawyer Needs to Know About Arbitration: A Conversation with Experts — Part I" moderated by  Cedric Chao , Chao ADR, PC; featuring  Natalie C. Anderson , Deputy General Counsel, DBM Global Inc.;  John "Mac" Burritt McArthur , Law Office of John Burritt McArthur; and  Eric P. Tuchmann , Senior Vice President, General Counsel and Corporate Secretary, American Arbitration Association. This webinar is complimentary, however registration is required.

Arbitration is governed by different rules, customs and expectations than court litigation, and international arbitration even more so. The closure of courts and difficulty in seating juries during the pandemic has only increased interest in arbitration as an alternative to court litigation.

In Part I, we will start with fundamentals: a corporate counsel's thought process in choosing between litigation and arbitration, identifying the transactions when one form of dispute resolution is superior to the other, negotiating and drafting optimal arbitration provisions, what to look for in selecting arbitrators, and differences in discovery, motion practice and conduct of trials as between arbitration and litigation.

Later in the year, we will present Part II, tackling more advanced topics. For example, ethical boundaries when interviewing potential arbitrator candidates, assessing arbitrator conflicts, common jurisdictional issues, arbitral institutions' internal processes, protecting or challenging arbitration awards, and the key differences between domestic and international arbitration.

Our panel of experts will lead us through the forest. Do's and don'ts. Pitfalls for the unwary. Tips for success. Come join us!

Panel of experts:

Cedric was a litigation partner for 25+ years at 1000-lawyer Morrison & Foerster where in addition to his US trial practice, he led the firm's international litigation and arbitration practice from 1996 to 2013 when he joined 4200-lawyer DLA Piper as US head of DLA's international arbitration practice. In May 2019, Cedric launched Chao ADR, PC, to act as arbitrator and mediator, while continuing to lead several high-stakes litigation matters.

He has led teams in arbitration proceedings around the world, and has sat under the rules of the ICC, ICDR, AAA and SIAC as presiding, sole and wing arbitrator. He has argued 13 times before the US Court of Appeals for the 9th Circuit including an 11-member en banc panel, once before the US Supreme Court, and 5 times before the California State Court of Appeal. He has second-chaired 6 other appellate arguments.

Cedric is listed in Best Lawyers in America for arbitration, mediation and commercial litigation, and was named by Best Lawyers as the "2018 San Francisco Arbitration Lawyer of the Year" and the "2020 San Francisco Mediation Lawyer of the Year." In September 2018, Cedric was named by California's legal publication, The Daily Journal , as one of California's "Top 100 Lawyers." He received The Daily Journal 's prestigious "2019 California Lawyer Attorney of the Year" award for thought leadership in bringing international arbitration to California. Cedric is a Fellow of the Construction Lawyers Society of America and the Litigation Counsel of America.

Natalie C. Anderson Deputy General Counsel, DBM Global Inc. Phoenix, Arizona

Natalie is a strategic advisor and business counsel to executives. She has represented companies on wide-ranging business matters, from complex contracts and finance transactions, to commercial litigation, delivering both financial acumen and strong business judgment. With almost two decades of legal experience, Natalie has successfully tried and arbitrated high-stakes business issues, and then used that experience to strategically facilitate corporate growth, commercial transactions, and compliance. Natalie also serves as an advisor in internal and governmental investigations, regulatory proceedings, audits, and enterprise risk assessments. Former partner at a national Am Law 125 law firm, she currently serves as in-house counsel to an international publicly traded corporation. Natalie graduated with Honors from the University of Iowa College of Law, and has a graduate business degree, with Dean’s Honors, from McGill University in Canada. She is licensed to practice law in Florida and Arizona. Natalie is a Fellow of the Construction Lawyers Society of America.

John "Mac" Burritt McArthur Law Office of John Burritt McArthur Berkeley, California

John Burritt "Mac" McArthur has been trying cases nationally since 1983. He has been an arbitrator since 1994. Mac has handled complex cases with antitrust, class action, employment, insurance, IP, qui tam, racketeering, securities, many kind of contract, many kinds of tort, and racketeering claims. He was involved in trials producing one of the largest jury verdicts of 1988 and of 2004, and was lead counsel in a similarly large victory in an administrative trial in Alaska in 2013. Mac is a Fellow of the College of Commercial Arbitrators, the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators, and a member of the National Academy of Distinguished Neutrals. He has written extensively on oil and gas law, areas like antirust and securities law that involve market regulation, judicial reform, and arbitration. His book  The Reasoned Arbitration Award in the United States: Its Promise, Problems, Preparation, and Preservation , will be published by Juris Publication of New York by the summer. Mac is a Senior Fellow of the Litigation Counsel of America.

Eric P. Tuchmann Senior Vice President, General Counsel and Corporate Secretary American Arbitration Association New York, New York

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• Applicants will normally hold a 2:2 undergraduate honours degree or its equivalent in Architecture, Law, Surveying, an Engineering discipline, Construction Project Management or associated Business.
• Applicants with relevant work experience will be considered on a case by case basis.

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Robert Gordon University offers an online LLM/MSc Construction Law and Arbitration course which provides practical, thorough and valuable teaching in the fast moving and highly specialist disciplines of construction law, construction adjudication and/or arbitration (depending on choice of route).

This course from Robert Gordon University is for legal professionals, and others with an interest in the legal issues surrounding construction claims, contracting, project management and surveying. It will equip you with in-depth knowledge of key topics in the fields of construction law and dispute resolution processes, providing specific focus on those processes which run alongside traditional litigation.

Our Law School has been ranked in the top 5 Best Construction Law Schools in the World by University Herald 2020 .

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Applicants whose first language is not English should have an IELTS of 6.5 overall, with no component lower than 5.5, or an equivalent.

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For more information, visit www.rgu.ac.uk/finance

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• Online learning is available for this qualification

This course is the only one of its kind in the country. It offers practical and valuable training in the fast moving and highly specialist disciplines of Construction Law and Arbitration.

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• £958 per module for academic year 2010/11

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Construction Law and Dispute Resolution

Build your expertise in resolving disputes within construction to help maintain great commercial relationships in the industry.

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If you’re a professional working in surveying, construction or a related field, this course will develop your ability to manage disputes efficiently and to resolve them.

As part of this course, you’ll:

• Study principles of construction law, approaches to dispute resolution (including arbitration, adjudication and mediation), and construction claims
• Enhance your ability to identify and evaluate appropriate decision-making strategies
• Develop research capability and skills to analyse problems in a professional context
• Undertake all the core modules listed and choose two option modules

Industry links The course is supported by a number of local experienced practitioners, including construction solicitors, barristers, arbitrators, adjudicators and mediators many of whom have key offices in Leeds. We also have links with the Society of Construction Law.

Distance learning Delivered via distance learning, you can balance the demands of your course with your everyday commitments, allowing you to keep working while you learn. You’ll be able to study at a time and place to suit you, graduating with a qualification of equal value to one obtained by studying on campus. You’ll also be able to use our Library and access the support of our expert academic staff, Student Hub and Student Wellbeing Team.

LLM qualification This course is also available as a Master of Laws for those who already hold an LLB degree (or equivalent qualification).

Why study the MSc Construction Law & Dispute Resolution course at Leeds Beckett University?

• Industry experienced expert teaching team
• The course is supported by experienced practitioners including construction solicitors, barristers, arbitrators, adjudicators and mediators
• Flexible part-time distance study through our virtual learning environment
• Industry body links through the Society of Construction Law

We regularly review our courses to ensure we are offering you the best educational experience. This course is being reviewed for 2024 entry, therefore the information below is correct for students joining us in 2023/24, but there may be changes for students who wish to join us in 2024/25. These will be confirmed in the course specification made available to new applicants on this page from July 2024.

Professional body update This course has been accredited by the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (CIArb) as a Recognised Course Provider (RCP) since 1994, and students who successfully completed specified modules have been eligible to apply to the CIArb for Membership. However, our accreditation with the CIArb expired in June 2024, as it did for ALL Recognised Course Providers worldwide, as the CIArb is launching a new RCP accreditation scheme later this year. The CIArb is not considering applications for re-accreditation until such date, which may be after the commencement of the 2024/25 academic year.

If our application for accreditation under the new RCP accreditation scheme is successful, students joining the course in September 2024 will be retrospectively recognised by the CIArb as being enrolled on an accredited course and will be eligible to apply to the CIArb for Membership upon completion of specified modules.

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Entry requirements.

All applications should be supported by a reference, either academic or professional; you can download our reference template for completion. .

All applicants should satisfy our University English language requirements .

All applicants should satisfy our English Language requirements . Please note the IELTS requirement for this course are IELTS 7.0 with no skill below 7.0. Further details about acceptable equivalent qualifications can be found on our International Student information pages .

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We may use selection criteria based on your personal attributes; experience and/or commitment to the area of study. This information will be derived from your personal statement and reference and will only be used if you have met the general entry requirements.

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Independent study is a crucial part of learning at university and you will be required to undertake many hours of self-directed research and reading, and preparation and writing of assessments. Your course is delivered through a number of modules, which will help you to plan your time and establish a study routine. Outside of your lectures, workshops and tutorials, a range of support is available to assist with your independent study. Our subject-specific librarians will be on hand to direct you to the specialist learning and study-skill resources. You’ll also be assigned an academic advisor to give you tailored feedback and support.

Our silver status in the latest Teaching Excellence Framework, reflects our commitment to deliver high-quality teaching, learning and outcomes for our students.

We understand that full-time study does not suit everyone. That’s why we offer courses which give you the opportunity to decide where, when and how you can get involved in learning. Studying a distance learning course offers the convenience and flexibility to make education work for you. Whether you’d like to fit your studies around childcare, develop your skills while working or, quite simply, want to learn from the comfort of your own home, we can help you gain a qualification at a time and pace that suits your lifestyle.

Like our students on campus, you’ll have the same excellent teaching and learning resources, however you’ll find these online instead of a lecture theatre. Not only are all the modules taught online, but you’ll also have access to an online community and more than 140,000 books and journals in our online library.

Technical requirements for distance learning study are detailed in the full guide. Visit our distance learning website  for more information.

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Each module on our distance learning courses is individually designed to maximise your learning so study requirements will vary. As a general guideline, you’ll need to allocate around 10 hours per week to complete each module, plus a further five hours for additional reading and assignments. However, this may vary depending on the module. Teaching and learning will be delivered using a range of interactive resources. This typically includes audio and video content, group discussions, reflective exercises, quizzes, online reading and much more. All these resources are delivered through our Virtual Learning Environment and can be accessed at a time and place that suits you.

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Studying part-time gives you the flexibility to learn at your own pace. Because of this, the part-time tuition fees are calculated using credit points. * The tuition fee for students entering in 2024/25 is £56.94 per credit. The total number of credit points for this course is 180. *The fee you pay may differ based on the number of credit points you study.

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Studying part-time gives you the flexibility to learn at your own pace. Because of this, the part-time tuition fees are calculated using credit points. * The tuition fee for students entering in 2024/25 is £66.66 per credit. The total number of credit points for this course is 180. *The fee you pay may differ based on the number of credit points you study.

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• Access to software, including five free copies of Microsoft Office 365 to install on your PC,laptop and MAC, and access to free high-end software via the Leeds Beckett remote app
• Loan of high-end media equipment to support your studies

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• You’ll need access to a computer, the internet, and any necessary course software. Visit the course Teaching & Learning 'Modules, Workload & More' section for more details.

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As well as your mobile phone, you will also need access to a desktop computer and/or laptop to complete assignments and access university online services such as MyBeckett, your virtual learning environment. You can book and borrow AV equipment through the media equipment service accessed online via the student hub and located in the library at each campus. Equipment includes: 360 Cameras, iPads, GoPros, MacBooks, portable data projectors, portable projection screens, flipchart stands, remote presenters, digital cameras and camcorders, SLR cameras, speakers, microphones, headphones, headsets, tripods, digital audio recorders and PC/laptops (a laptop loans service is provided on campus in the library on both campuses). Student laptops are also available from the laptop lockers located in the libraries.

This list is not exhaustive, costs are approximate and will vary depending on the choices you make during your course. Any rental, travel or living costs are also in addition to your course fees. If you choose to study via distance learning, you may not be able to access all of the facilities listed if you are not able to visit us on campus.

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You'll acquire the academic training essential to develop your career in adjudication, arbitration and mediation, or as a dispute resolution or claims consultant. Your course is specifically designed for the construction industry, but many of the dispute resolution skills you develop will be transferable across other industries.

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When you choose one of our distance learning courses, you can do just that – study at a distance, at a pace that suits you.

Like our students on campus, you will have the same excellent teaching and learning resources, however you'll find these online instead of in a lecture theatre. Not only are the modules taught online but you will also have access to an online community and more than 140,000 books and journals in our online library.

Our extensive list of distance learning courses means that whether you are from the UK or further afield, changing your career path or looking for that promotion, we have a course that suits your needs.

Starting a new course can be both scary and exciting at the same time, especially if you haven’t studied in an online environment before.

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• Comparison and in-depth analysis of claim procedures in “old” FIDIC 1999 vs “new” FIDIC 2017 Red and Yellow Books with special focus on time-bar provisions
• Comparison of Project Development under Civil and Common Law
• Construction Dispute Resolution: Why Arbitrates rather than litigates – A comparison between common law, civil law and sharia law jurisdictions
• Contractual challenges arising from the introduction of BIM to the construction industry – A comparison between existing standard forms and proposals to improve workability
• Cross-border financing of infrastructure projects
• Design Build Contract – Comparison of ENAA (Engineering Advanced Association of Japan) and FIDIC Conditions of Contract 
• Force Majeure Clauses in the Construction Contract of the Republic of Korea – A Comparative Approach
• Legal framework for development of infrastructures in Latin America –  Recommendations for enhanced implementation of FIDIC Conditions of Contract
• Legal Remedies for Contractors against the Disclaimer Clauses
• Liability of Expert Witnesses in International Arbitration
• Limitation of liability in construction contracts – its limits
• Procurement and Tendering for Public Private Partnerships – Comparison between European Union and Brazil
• Protocol for Standard Contract Forms for projects involving Building Information Modelling (BIM) in Vietnam
• The Role of Applicable Law in Production of Particular Conditions of Contracts; Determination of Conflict/Convergence between FIDIC and Applicable Laws – a Case Study of Kenyan Roads Construction Industry
• Utilization of Design-Build-Operate standard form contracts for waste-to-energy projects 

Course 2 | 2016 - 2018  

• A comparative analysis of the legality of time bar clauses under English and UAE law
• Critical analysis of Indian courts interpretation of FIDIC Red Book contract clauses - Development of a guideline for interpretation of Red Book 1999 clauses
• Design responsibilities in domestic and international design and build contracts
• Developments in the law of international arbitration and construction adjudication in South Africa
• Effects of mandatory provisions of terminations in construction in the UAE
• Exclusion and limitation clauses in construction contracts - A comparison between common law, civil law and sharia law jurisdictions
• FIDIC Yellow Book 1999 versus NEC4 Option C - A comparison in the context of the international contstruction industry
• Guidelines for International Construction Claims
• Legal basis and the development of PPPs in turkey - Recommendations to improve the legal PPP climate with a focus on the health sector
• Liquidated damages and penalties - A comparative analysis between common and civil law
• Private participation in infrastructure in developing countries in Africa - Trends and impacts
• Public-Private Partnership models in the health care sector – A case study based analysis for selecting the qualified model
• Rights and obligations for payment in construction - A comparison of common law and civil law systems
• Special conditions to the FIDIC Yellow Book 1999 contract for international hydropower projects - A guide for the development of supportive software
• Steering Committees as a dispute management tool in construction contracts under German Law
• The FIDIC Red Book in the Ghanaian infrastructure industry - Recommendations for enhancing compliance
• Towards adopting the Framework Alliance Contract (FAC-1) in the UAE's construction industry - A comparative analysis of the pros and cons

Course 1 | 2015 - 2017  

• A roadmap towards an efficient public procurement system in Moldova
• Application of FIDIC White Book contracts on German and Swiss construction projects – problems and chances
• Challenges in the Armenian water sector - Development of a management system
• Change order mechanisms of design and build construction contracts - From tradtional to alternative approaches on how to minimize dispute risks
• Court and tribunal appointed experts in construction disputes under civil law and common law - Present and future
• FIDIC 1999 standard form of contracts - In-depth analysis of sub-clauses 2.5, 3.5 and 20.1 as part of a claim procedure
• FIDIC build-only contracts MDB Harmonized Edition - Traditional Contracting in a fast-track implementation context
• Issues Relating to different standard forms of contract and their application on international construction projects
• Liability of arbitrators and adjudicators in international dispute resolution
• Limitation of liability in construction contracts - A comparison between English and French Law
• Links and differences in taking over between FIDIC model contracts and Romanian law as applicable law
• NEC - A new form of contract advantages and similarities with teamconcept and adaption of subcontractor and consultancy contracts in international construction projects
• Standardization of procedure and documentation of delay and disruption under FIDIC
• The new generation of contracting - Time for a shift from VOB and FIDIC to NEC?
• Valuation of Variation: A comparative review of provisions within construction contracts in India
• Value for money analysis in privately financed public infrastructure projects - A risk management based approach

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Construction Law and Arbitration PGCert / PGDip / MSc

Robert gordon university, different course options.

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MSc - Master of Science

Subject areas

Construction Management (General) Building Law & Regulations Construction Law / Legal Studies Arbitration

Course type

Robert Gordon University offers an online MSc Construction Law and Arbitration course which provides practical, thorough and valuable teaching in the fast moving and highly specialist disciplines of construction law, construction adjudication and/or arbitration (depending on choice of route).

This course from Robert Gordon University is for legal professionals, and others with an interest in the legal issues surrounding construction claims, contracting, project management and surveying. It will equip you with in-depth knowledge of key topics in the fields of construction law and dispute resolution processes, providing specific focus on those processes which run alongside traditional litigation. You will also gain PGCert and PGDip awards in this course.

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For this course (per year)

International fees Course fees for EU and international students

Applicants will normally hold a 2:2 undergraduate honours degree or its equivalent in Architecture, Law, Surveying, an Engineering discipline, Construction Project Management or associated Business. Applicants with relevant work experience will be considered on a case by case basis.

Construction Project Management MSc

London south bank university, construction project management msc (12 months), anglia ruskin university, construction project management msc (15 months), bristol, university of the west of england, construction and project management msc / pgdip / pgcert, university of bradford.

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