For practising lawyers, regulators, academics or if you have a specific need for knowledge in this area. Gain an understanding of the substantive rules of EU Competition Law and the procedural framework in which they operate. Modules updated annually to take account of new law.
KEY BENEFITS
- Gives an in-depth insight into European Competition Law principles and practice.
- Programme materials are written by experts in the field.
- Can be studied anywhere in the world.
KEY FACTS
Student destinations
This programme enables practitioners to further progress in their chosen profession.
Programme leader/s
Professor Richard Whish
Accreditation
CPD accredited by the Solicitors Regulation Authority and the Bar Standards Board.
Awarding Institution
King's College London
Credit value (UK/ECTS equivalent)
UK 180/ECTS 90
Duration
Two years PT (distance learning), October to October.
Location
Distance learning with two weekend seminars in central London.
Year of entry 2013
Offered by
The Dickson Poon School of Law
Closing date
1 September 2013 (although earlier application is advised). Late applications for the PG Dip may be considered.
Intake
Maximum 130.
Fees
PT Home: £5100 (PG Dip, 2013)
PT Overseas: £5100 (PG Dip, 2013)
CONTACTS
Contact information
Centre of European Law, The Dickson Poon School of Law
tel: +44 (0) 20 7848 2387
fax: +44 (0) 20 7848 2443
Email
Website
PURPOSE
For practising lawyers, regulators, academics and those with a specific need for knowledge of EU Competition Law. To provide a general understanding of the substantive rules of EU Competition Law and the procedural framework in which they operate.
DESCRIPTION
The programme covers the following: the constituent provisions of EU Competition Law - Article 101, Article 102, Article 106, Articles 107-109 and the Merger Regulation. Subsequent units will look at joint ventures, cartels, distribution agreements and licences of intellectual property rights. Finally, the units deal with particular problems of EU Competition Law procedure and enforcement.
The units are fully self contained and will be updated each year to take account of any new law.
STRUCTURE OVERVIEW
Core programme content
Module One:
- Article 101(1)
- Article 101(3)
- Article 102
- Article 106
- Articles 107 - 109.
Module Two:
- Merger Regulation
- Joint Ventures
- Cartels
- Distribution System
- Licencing.
Module Three:
- Procedure
- Third Party Action under EU Competition Law.
FORMAT AND ASSESSMENT
Compulsory assignments and examination for the Postgraduate Diploma. MA: dissertation.
ACADEMIC ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
General entry advice
Applicants must normally hold a degree in law or in a related discipline, of a good second class honours standard (or equivalent in the case of degrees differently graded), or be a qualified barrister or solicitor. Applications from candidates who have achieved a comparable academic level through past studies and where previous study, work or experience has made the applicant a suitable candidate for admission may also be considered.
APPLYING TO KING'S
To apply for graduate study at King's you will need to complete our graduate online application form. Applying online makes applying easier and quicker for you, and means we can receive your application faster and more securely.
King's does not normally accept paper copies of the graduate application form as applications must be made online. However, if you are unable to access the online graduate application form, please contact the relevant admissions/School Office at King's for advice.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE
Postal applications only. All students apply through Informa, not through King's. The application form is attached to the web page accessible via the "apply here" link above.
We aim to turn around applications within four weeks. There is an additional fee of £250 for courier services.
PERSONAL STATEMENT & SUPPORTING INFORMATION
No information required.
FUNDING
Self-funded.
Related programme student profile
Master of Laws LLMWhen I decided to undertake my LLM in the UK, King's immediately came up as my first option, not only because of its elevated position in universities rankings and worldwide prestige, but also due to its location. London is the perfect place for those who want to pursue an international career as it is dynamic and cosmopolitan; not to mention that it is the world's most important financial center, and hosts all the leading law firms, which allow us to learn from the major source, and have plenty options of work after graduation.
As soon as I got to the Strand campus I knew that I could not have made a better choice; the atmosphere is friendly, but at the same time serious, it exhales knowledge. The teachers are extremely qualified and committed, the students are very prepared, and the library is a must. The various departments and societies often promote seminars about a wide range of interesting subjects, as well as workshops with companies and law firms.
Studying at King's will give you the chance to make friends from all over the world; it means that you will not only learn about academic subjects but also about different cultures and traditions.
Moreover, King's offers a vast range of funding opportunities. I had the honor to be awarded with two scholarships, from the university and from Bank Santander, and it certainly enabled me to get the most out of my experience.
Finally, I will never forget my first class in King's, when one of my teachers cited Samuel Johnson: "When a man gets tired of London, he is tired of life". I think it summarizes everything!