Teaching & modules
Teaching methods - what to expect
The following table will give you an idea of what a typical academic year might look like as a part-time student as you progress through your studies:
| Year | Lectures | Self-study |
| 1 | 18 in-person days (9 days per term) | 10-15 hours per week |
| 2 | 18 in-person days (9 days per term) | 10-15 hours per week |
The organisation of the MSc is based on four taught modules with nine full days of on-campus teaching for each module, plus a dissertation or practice project. The teaching days will be divided into three-day blocks, usually Thursday/Friday/Saturday.
Most students are part-time and take the course over two years, taking two taught modules in year one, and two taught modules and a dissertation or practice project in year two. However some full-time students now enter the programme each year, usually taking all modules over either 12 months or 20 months. The full-time (12 months) version of the programme is primarily for those who have previously studied law and/or have a high level of competence in English.
Typically, one credit equates to 10 hours of work.
Assessment
- Coursework
- Examinations
- Essays
Your performance will be assessed through a combination of coursework and examinations. Forms of assessment may typically include essays and examinations.
Modules
Year 1 - Required modules
You are required to take the following modules:
- Foundations of Construction Law (30 credits)
- Construction Law 1 (30 credits)
There are no Year 1 optional modules.
Year 2 – Required modules
You are required to take the following modules:
- Construction Law 2 (30 credits)
- Arbitration & Dispute Resolution (30 credits)
Year 2 – Optional modules
The only options available are between completing a dissertation or a practice project - you must complete one of them.
- Dissertation (60 credits)
- Construction Law in Practice (Practice Module) (60 credits)
King’s College London reviews the modules offered on a regular basis to provide up-to- date, innovative and relevant courses of study. Therefore, modules offered may change. We suggest you keep an eye on the course finder on our website for updates.
Application closing date guidance
Key Information
Course type:
Master's
Delivery mode:
In person
Study mode:
Full time / Part time
Duration:
Two years part-time is the standard programme length. Full-time options are one year full-time (lawyer students), or 20 months full-time (non-lawyer students).
Application status:
Open
Start date:
September 2026