LLM Law, Innovation and Technology
Bristol, United Kingdom
DURATION
1 up to 2 Years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time, Part time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
25 Jul 2025
EARLIEST START DATE
Sep 2025
TUITION FEES
GBP 28,600 *
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* Overseas full-time
Introduction
Overview
You will study information technology (IT) law that will introduce you to key issues and debates in this field and that will equip you with the legal and technical knowledge to analyse and evaluate the legal and regulatory challenges of digital technologies in an informed way.
In addition to IT law, you will have the opportunity to select from a range of specialist units focused on topics such as intellectual property law, privacy and data protection law, regulation of digital markets and competition, and digital technology in legal practice. All of these units have been carefully designed to reflect insights from the Law School’s own LawTech Industry Board (a body of top industry experts working in the field who assist us in developing and delivering this LLM programme).
Located in the UK’s ‘Silicon Gorge’, Bristol is recognised as ‘the most innovative city outside of London’ (Invest Bristol + Bath 2021). The University's focus on digital technology includes hosting Isambard-AI, the UK’s most powerful supercomputer.
Ideal for careers in commercial law, tech innovation, data economy, digital markets, and online business development, this programme develops crucial analytical, communication, and research skills valued by top employers. Our programmes are well respected by leading law firms, with Bristol ranking in the top 10 in the UK for employer reputation, for law and legal studies (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2024).
Choosing a postgraduate law degree from the University of Bristol – ranked third in the UK for legal research excellence (THE analysis of REF 2021) – means engaging in a rigorous, research-rich curriculum that will make you stand out to employers. You will be challenged and inspired by our world-leading academics who are part of the Law School’s Centre for Global Law and Innovation.
Admissions
Scholarships and Funding
Alumni discount
University of Bristol students and graduates can benefit from a 25% reduction in tuition fees for postgraduate study. Check your eligibility for an alumni discount.
Funding for 2025/26
Information about funding and scholarships can be found on the University of Bristol Law School fees and funding webpages. This includes information about the Law School's Think Big about Law and Justice Scholarships, open to international postgraduate students.
Further information on funding for prospective UK and international postgraduate students.
Program Tuition Fee
Career Opportunities
Careers
Graduating from a world-leading university* opens doors to careers in a variety of sectors, including roles in global law firms and chambers, as well as roles in tech innovation, data economy, digital markets, online business development, the judiciary, regulatory bodies and public authorities.
This LLM will help you to:
- Develop and deepen understanding of digital technology law, intellectual property, data protection, LawTech and the business of the law.
- Build transferable skills.
- Provide a springboard into a diverse range of careers.
- Boost prospects for those already working in related fields.
- Deliver a solid first step towards a research career.
Our careers and employability page provides more information about the support and opportunities we offer during your studies.
*Ranked 54th in the world (QS World University Ranking 2025)