Master in Employment Law And Practice

Tuition fees are 25,252 USD per year.

Graduates of this course are equipped with the specialized knowledge to navigate the complex legal landscape of the UK workplace, making them invaluable assets to HR departments, trade unions, and legal advisory firms. Whether you are a legal professional looking to sharpen your expertise or a human resources manager aiming to improve compliance and employee relations, this short course offers a practical grounding in current employment legislation.

The curriculum bridges the gap between theoretical legal frameworks and the day-to-day realities of industrial relations. Participants gain a robust understanding of how to manage disputes, interpret contracts, and uphold statutory rights in an ever-evolving regulatory environment.

Core Focus Areas

• The formation and termination of employment contracts
• Navigating statutory rights and unfair dismissal claims
• Managing workplace discrimination and equality legislation
• Practical application of current UK employment law

By focusing on the intersection of law and organizational practice, the course provides the tools necessary to mitigate risk and foster fair, productive working environments. It is designed to be highly applicable, ensuring that the skills learned can be immediately implemented within a professional setting, whether within a private corporation or the public sector.

London Metropolitan University is an urban university formed through merger in 2002 and based across central London campuses, including Holloway, Aldgate and Shoreditch. Serving over twelve thousand students, the university focuses on inclusive education, employability and applied research that responds to the needs of a global city. Its central location gives students direct access to London’s cultural institutions, businesses and creative industries.

The curriculum spans business, arts, media, law, education and social sciences with programs designed to combine academic study and vocational skills. London Met emphasizes research in areas such as social justice, public health and the environment, and provides industry-linked learning through placements and professional partnerships. Students benefit from practical workshops, studio spaces and employer-focused projects that build portfolios and workplace readiness.

International students join a diverse community representing many countries and receive dedicated services for admissions, visa guidance and academic support. The university’s commitment to widening participation creates a welcoming environment with additional mentoring and career guidance. Living and studying in London offers unparalleled internship and networking opportunities, and graduates leave with practical experience and city-based connections that support transition into professional roles both locally and internationally.