Risk and Law

Study mode:On campus Study type:Full-time Languages: English
Local:$ 7 k / Year(s) Foreign:$ 1.82 k / Year(s)  
601–800 place StudyQA ranking:8044 Duration:48 months

The MSc in Risk and Law at Glasgow Caledonian University is a comprehensive postgraduate programme designed to equip students with an advanced understanding of the complexities and interconnections between risk management and legal frameworks in various sectors. This innovative course explores the fundamental principles of risk assessment, mitigation strategies, and legal regulations that govern industries such as finance, healthcare, environmental management, and corporate compliance. Throughout the programme, students will develop critical skills in identifying potential hazards, analyzing their impact, and implementing effective legal and organisational measures to manage risk effectively. The curriculum combines theoretical foundations with practical applications, ensuring graduates are well-prepared to tackle real-world challenges faced by organizations operating in increasingly regulated and risk-prone environments. Students will engage with a diverse range of topics, including the legal aspects of risk management, compliance standards, ethical considerations, and the role of policies and procedures in safeguarding organizational interests. The programme is delivered through a mix of lectures, seminars, case studies, and project work, fostering an interactive learning environment that encourages analytical thinking, problem-solving, and professional development. Graduates of the MSc in Risk and Law will be equipped with the knowledge and competencies necessary to pursue careers in risk consultancy, legal advising, compliance management, regulatory affairs, and related fields. The programme also offers opportunities for networking with industry professionals and participating in practical placements, enhancing employability and real-world experience. With a commitment to academic excellence and industry relevance, Glasgow Caledonian University's Risk and Law MSc aims to produce graduates capable of contributing effectively to organizational resilience and legal compliance in a dynamic global landscape.

Detailed Course Facts

Tuition fee
  • GBP 7000 Year (EEA)
  • GBP 1820 Year (International)
Start date September 2015 Duration full-time 48 months Languages Take an IELTS test
  • English
Delivery mode On Campus Educational variant Full-time

Course Content

Year 1

  • Managing Risk In Society and Business
  • Law In Business
  • Justice: Theory, Study & Business
  • Employability, Enterprise and Entrepreneurship I
  • The Business of Social Science
  • Introduction to Economics OR Law option

Year 2

  • Risk Analysis & Control Techniques
  • Managing Liability Risk Exposures
  • Contemporary Organisational Risk management
  • Ethics in Society and Business
  • Internet Business Law
  • Employability, Enterprise and Entrepreneurship II

Year 3

  • Managing Ethics, Compliance and Conduct Risks
  • Continuity Management & Planning
  • Employment Law
  • International Economic Law
  • Business Research Methods
  • Law option

Year 4

  • Dissertation
  • Two options in Risk Management
    • Strategic and Operational Risk Management
    • Managing Public Sector Risk
    • Risk And Society
    • Managing Risk In International Business
  • Two options in Law
    • Contemporary Issues in Delict
    • Law of International Trade
    • Competition Law
    • Advanced Commercial Law
    • International Contract Law
    • Modern Approaches to Islamic Business Law
    • Foundations of Law, Human Rights and the Public Interest
    • Advanced Health Care Law & Ethics
    • Contract Negotiation & Drafting; Contemporary Issues in International Law
    • Globalisation and International Institutions

Requirements

HigherBBBCA LevelCCCILC-HigherB2 B2 B2 C1IB Diploma24 pointsEssential subjectsEnglish (Higher B/ GCSE B/ ILC-H)
Mathematics (S Grade 2/ Int 2 C/ GCSE B/ ILC-O minimum A2)

Work Experience

No work experience is required.

Related Scholarships*

  • Academic Excellence Scholarship

    "The Academic Excellence Scholarship can provide up to a 50 % reduction in tuition per semester. These scholarships will be renewed if the student maintains superior academic performance during each semester of their 3-year Bachelor programme. The scholarship will be directly applied to the student’s tuition fees."

  • Access Bursary

    Bursary for UK students all subjects where the variable tuition fee rate is payable.

  • Alumni Bursary

    Alumni Bursary for UK Undergraduate students

* The scholarships shown on this page are suggestions first and foremost. They could be offered by other organisations than Glasgow Caledonian University.

Accreditation

Glasgow Caledonian University is a distinctive, inclusive and forward-looking university that is committed to its social mission to promote the common good. We have become an international centre of excellence in higher education, promoting employability and global citizenship in our graduates. We win awards for our support and commitment to the student experience, whilst delivering innovation through our world-class research in key areas of strength. We have a tradition of widening access to higher education for talented individuals regardless of their backgrounds, and we leverage our intellectual and social capital for the benefit of the communities we serve in Scotland and internationally.

With a modern campus in the heart of the vibrant and welcoming city of Glasgow, our university has an excellent learning environment. It includes the Saltire Centre, our award-winning library that provides spaces for social learning as well as quiet study. Harnessing the latest technologies and industry expertise, Glasgow Caledonian University aims to unlock talent and equip our students with the skills to enable them to succeed in an increasingly competitive workplace.

We work with the Students’ Association to develop our students through the Student Leaders Programme, and, through our international partners in China, Oman and other countries, we facilitate academic and research links and international staff and student exchanges.

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