LLM Mediation and Alternative Dispute Resolution

The University of Law

This is a hands-on, practical course which will realistically simulate mediation and negotiation scenarios, allowing you to develop the skills required in practice. Utilising the insights of our experienced professional lecturers, you’ll have the chance to gain first-hand advice and support to fully understand the nuances and skills required to achieve favourable outcomes during dispute resolution. You will examine key aspects of alternative dispute resolution, including: negotiation commercial arbitration how to identify the most appropriate form of ADR how to critically evaluate legal principles and practical solutions and how to conduct and evaluate research relevant to your client’s needs. You will also cover mediation, in particular: the role of the mediator the qualities and skills of an effective mediator the structure of a mediation mediation advocacy drafting consent orders position statements and settlement agreements and practicing the art of mediation. This is a particularly practical course, where you will be expected to put into practice what you have learnt through simulated mediation and negotiation scenarios. When you study the LLM Mediation and Alternative Dispute Resolution with us you will: Take a look at our Centre of Excellence for Dispute Resolution, for more information about how you can benefit from our specialist programmes, strategic partnerships, expert teaching and resources to help you succeed in the field of dispute resolution. Please note that, due to Home Office regulations, students who require a Student Route visa to study with us are not permitted to study online and can only choose face-to-face taught modules.