LLM International Commercial Law — Study Online from Melbourne, Australia

Advance your legal career from Melbourne with the power and flexibility of the LLM International Commercial Law, delivered online in exclusive partnership between the University of Salford and Robert Kennedy College. Begin your journey with the LLM International Commercial Law and unlock a rigorous academic foundation that you can apply across borders, industries, and complex commercial contexts—without pausing your life, career, or commitments in Australia.

Whether you are shaping deals in Collins Street, advising on cross-border supply chains linked to the Port of Melbourne, or preparing for global in-house roles, this programme’s internationally applicable theory and case-based learning help you see the bigger picture of trade, finance, risk, and regulation. Study at your own pace, from your own space, and gain the confidence to step into negotiations, contracts, and strategy with a global mindset.

Awarded a British Degree Recognised Internationally

Earn a British master’s degree that signals academic excellence, intellectual rigour, and practical relevance the world over. A British LLM is a hallmark of quality that speaks to employers and clients in international commerce, arbitration, and cross-border advisory roles.

This recognition matters when your work spans multiple jurisdictions. It enhances your credibility across markets and gives you a portable credential that aligns with international expectations—an asset whether you remain in Melbourne or take your expertise global.

100% Online — Complete in as little as undefined

Life moves fast. Your degree can, too. The programme is designed to be completed 100% online in as little as undefined, empowering you to progress at a pace that matches your goals, energy, and schedule.

Focus when you’re most productive, ramp up during lighter work cycles, and keep momentum over weekends or evenings—your study rhythm is yours to set. The structure supports meaningful progress without sacrificing professional or personal priorities.

No Fixed Lecture Times

There are no mandatory live sessions to attend and no requirement to be online at specific times and dates. You access lectures, readings, and activities whenever it suits you—early mornings before the commute, evenings after work, or on a quiet Sunday afternoon.

This flexibility means you never have to choose between client meetings, court appearances, project deadlines, family time, and your academic development. The programme adapts to you, not the other way around.

Study Anywhere—Even Offline with Our Mobile App

Travel for work? Commuting across Melbourne? Heading interstate or overseas? With our mobile app, you can download study materials and watch lectures offline, so you keep learning wherever life takes you.

Seamlessly switch between devices and study locations without losing flow. Whether you’re in a CBD café, on a flight, or at home, your campus is as portable as your phone.

Open‑Book Assessments for Real‑World Legal Thinking

Instead of classical question/answer exams, you’ll engage in open‑book assessments that mirror how legal professionals actually operate—researching, interpreting, applying, and arguing the law to complex, commercial problems.

This approach rewards critical analysis and thoughtful reasoning over memorisation. It encourages you to synthesise sources, build arguments, and craft solutions—skills you will rely on in negotiations, transactions, and advisory work.

Learn from Faculty with World‑Class Pedigrees

Guidance matters. Your tutors and faculty include graduates of globally respected institutions such as Oxford, Harvard, EPFL, the University of Basel, and Washington University in St. Louis. Their diverse academic and professional backgrounds bring depth and perspective to your studies.

Benefit from mentorship that blends academic excellence with practical commercial insight—supporting your growth as a legal thinker, strategic advisor, and decision‑maker.

A Truly Global Community

Join a vibrant learning community representing over 130 countries. Collaborate with peers who bring perspectives from different legal systems, markets, and sectors—expanding your professional network and sharpening your cultural intelligence.

Our alumni work for international organisations like Westpac, ANZ, AIA, BHP, United Nations, Google, ICRC, The World Bank, Microsoft, Intel, Samsung, Tencent, Siemens, Sony.

Flexible Payments That Fit Your Plan

Your ambition shouldn’t be blocked by timing. Our fees can be paid in up to 18 monthly interest‑free instalments, giving you room to plan and budget while you progress through the programme.

This flexibility supports your long‑term goals without short‑term strain—enabling you to invest in a globally recognised legal credential while maintaining day‑to‑day financial balance.

Why This LLM Matters in Melbourne, Australia

Melbourne is a gateway to the Asia‑Pacific, with the Port of Melbourne as a major hub for trade and logistics. The LLM equips you with the international commercial law frameworks underpinning cross‑border sales, carriage of goods, trade finance, and risk allocation—preparing you to advise on complex supply chains, shipping arrangements, and international contracting for importers, exporters, and logistics providers.

As a leading financial centre with significant activity in banking, superannuation, insurance, and fintech, Melbourne rewards professionals who can navigate international financial instruments, regulatory compliance, and cross‑jurisdictional transactions. Your studies develop the analytical capacity to interpret contracts, manage regulatory change, and support innovation in payments, digital assets, and platform‑based financial services.

Home to major corporates and global brands across resources, infrastructure, healthcare, and technology, Melbourne offers opportunities that often entail cross‑border procurement, licensing, joint ventures, and M&A. With this LLM, you’ll strengthen your ability to structure deals, negotiate robust contracts, and manage international disputes—capabilities that resonate in boardrooms, in‑house legal teams, and advisory practices across the city.

Take the Next Step

Your future in international commercial law can begin right where you are—without relocating, pausing your career, or compromising your ambitions. Build global legal acumen from Melbourne and open doors across industries and borders.

Request our course catalogue to explore modules, entry requirements, and the online learning experience—and take the first step toward your LLM journey.