MSC Legal Technology

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MSc Legal Technology

A specialist postgraduate Master’s degree designed for law and non-law graduates to develop in-depth knowledge of Legal Technology and how technology is transforming the legal landscape. This innovative programme examines how technology is changing the way the legal sector operates. Opens pathways to careers as techno-ethicist, legal technologist, legal technology strategist, and innovation specialist.

Academic Journey

Information	Details
Programme	MSc Legal Technology
Description	Specialist technology degree for legal professionals
Duration	12 months (Full-time) / 24 months (Part-time)
Study Mode	Full-time, Part-time, On-Campus, Online
Entry Requirements	Minimum 2:2 honours degree (any subject)
Induction	2-week English Legal System (compulsory for non-law students)
Next Start Date	October 2026
Online Intakes	October 2026, February 2027
Award-Linked Module	Artificial Intelligence and Blockchain in Law (30 credits)
Award Options	MSc, PG Dip, or PG Cert
Employment Promise	No job in 9 months? Get 50% fees back as cashback + 50% as course credit

Campuses

On-Campus: Bristol, London Moorgate

Online: October 2026, February 2027

Fees 2026/27

Category	London	Outside London
Domestic	£15,000	£12,750
International	£19,600 (or £17,100 with £2,500 bursary)	£18,250 (or £15,750 with £2,500 bursary)

Alumni Discount: £1,000 (ULaw graduates)
International Bursary: £2,500 available
Postgraduate Loan: Eligible
StepEx Financing: Available for eligible students

Inside the Learning Segments

Compulsory Modules:

Artificial Intelligence and Blockchain in Law (Award-linked, 30 credits)
- Disruptive legal technologies
- Artificial Intelligence in law
- Blockchain technology
- Legal and regulatory issues
- Hands-on technology exploration
Research Methods Training (throughout Terms 1-2 / 1-4)

Elective Modules:

Choose 3 modules (30 credits each) from elective guide

Dissertation:

Award-linked Dissertation in Legal Technology (60 credits)
15,000-word thesis
Sustained in-depth investigation

Total Credits: 180 credits (MSc) / 120 credits (PG Dip) / 60 credits (PG Cert)

AWARD OPTIONS

MSc Legal Technology:

Full programme (180 credits)
Includes dissertation
12-24 months

Postgraduate Diploma (PG Dip):

Essential knowledge without dissertation
120 credits

Postgraduate Certificate (PG Cert):

Introductory level
60 credits

ASSESSMENT

3-hour unseen exam OR 4,500-word coursework per module
15,000-word dissertation
All assessments conducted online
Visa students: Timed exams completed in-person at campus

TEACHING APPROACH

Innovatively Flexible Structure:

Learner-centred approach
Expert lecturers from practice and academia
Focus on legal practice, not just theory
Strategic partnerships with firms and regulators
Hands-on technology experience

Academic:

Minimum 2:2 honours degree (law and non-law graduates welcome)

English Language (International):

IELTS 6.5 or above with minimum 6.0 in each component

Visa Students:

Cannot study online (face-to-face modules only)
No visa sponsorship for part-time study
Timed exams must be completed in-person at campus

Techno-Ethicist
Legal Technologist
Legal Technology Strategist
Legal Technology Innovation Specialist
Legal Tech Start-up Founder
Legal Operations Manager
Legal Process Analyst
Technology Consultant (Legal)
Knowledge Management Specialist
Legal Software Developer (non-coding roles)
Legal Technology Project Manager
In-house Legal Tech Lead

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