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MASTER OF LAWS (LLM)LLM in Chinese Business Law

LLM in Common LawLLM in Energy and Environmental Law

LLM in International Economic Law

2018-19Printed on recycled paper

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11 Careers

12 What Our Students Say

15 Admission Requirements

15 Tuition Fee

15 Scholarships

15 Continuing Education Fund

16 Application Deadlines

16 How to Apply

16 Contact us

Table ofContents

2 Message from the Dean

3 Message from the Programme Director

4 Programme Introduction

5 Programme Requirements

6 Course List

7 The Learning Environment

7 Our International Academic Faculty

8 Cultural & Professional Diversity

10 Studying Abroad

10 Mooting

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As Dean of the Faculty of Law I am delighted that you are interested in our Master of Laws (LLM) Programmes.

Hong Kong is one of the world’s foremost global trading centres. It is thus the perfect environment in which to study International Economic Law. It is a vibrant place where entrepreneurs link China with the rest of the world, and so is the ideal location to study Chinese Business Law. Hong Kong is committed whole-heartedly to the rule of law and the dynamic development of its common law heritage, which makes it a fascinating place to study Common Law. Hong Kong, China and the greater Asia region face significant environmental challenges, and a need to ensure secure access to sustainable energy supplies. Our new programme in Energy and Environmental Law draws on local and international expertise to deliver a programme designed to address some of the most pressing concerns of our century.

All of our LLM Programmes are taught by an outstanding Faculty drawn from all over the world who offer informed, expert instruction in core subjects and a wide range of electives for all interests. We hope you will join us.

Yours sincerely,

Christopher GaneSimon F.S. Li Professor of Law andDean, Faculty of Law

Message from the Programme Director

Messagefrom the Dean

The CUHK Master of Laws Programmes provide students with an ideal platform to acquire expertise in one of the four specialized subject areas: Chinese business law, common law, energy and environmental law and international economic law. We are proud to offer our students an enriching and stimulating learning environment in which to study and discover the law. The programmes are enriched by the state-of-the-art research and practice experience of a first-rate faculty. Our LLM Programmes attract intellectually outstanding students from all over the world. You will be joining a vibrant and dynamic community, with opportunities to build long‐lasting professional and personal relationships with fellow students of an equally high calibre. We look forward to welcoming you to our LLM Programmes. Yours sincerely,

Bryan DruzinDirector of the Master of Laws Programmes

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Programme Introduction to theMaster of Laws (LLM) Programmes

The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) o�ers four LLM Programmes. Each one is taught in English by first-rate academics with specialist knowledge and global experience. All teaching takes place in our Graduate Law Centre, dedicated and state-of-the-art premises in the heart of Hong Kong’s legal and business district in Central. Our LLM Programmes o�er an excellent opportunity for academic and professional growth, delivered by one of the world’s top universities, in one of Asia’s most exciting cities.

LLM in Chinese Business Law

The LLM in Chinese Business Law provides students with a structured course to study the principles, processes, institutions and methods of civil and commercial law in China in the context of an evolving political, economic and social environment. It is designed to enable students to develop a broad intellectual outlook on the legal aspects of doing business in China.

LLM in Common Law

The common law is an organic and exciting legal system which unites millions of people across the world. This Programme will furnish students with substantive knowledge of Hong Kong law in some core common law subjects, and further develop the skills necessary to engage with the common law tradition more widely. Through the electives, students are given an opportunity to deepen their knowledge of the common law, or complement it with the study of new subjects.

LLM in Energy and Environmental Law

The LLM in Energy and Environmental Law aims to offer students an in-depth understanding of the legal aspects governing the key challenges of energy security and environmental protection. Students are trained for practice in the areas of energy investment and trade, project finance and infrastructure development, clean energy and climate change mitigation, with a focus on the specific energy and sustainability challenges of the Asia-Pacific region. The courses build on the expertise in energy and environmental law and investment and trade law at CUHK, and benefit from the participation of leading international practitioners in the field of energy and environmental law.

LLM in International Economic Law

The LLM in International Economic Law is designed to offer students an intensive course of study of the law and practice of cross-border business transactions. Students are trained for practice in key areas such as international sales and finance, M&A (mergers and acquisitions), WTO law and international banking law. Skills training modules ensure that graduates of the LLM in International Economic Law are able to conduct both practical work and independent research in relevant subject areas.

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The Programme consists of 24 units. Students are required to complete 12 units of Required Courses and 12 units of Elective Courses. The programme’s courses are designed to provide a foundational knowledge of the field. The ability to select from a wide range of Elective Courses allows students to complete the programme requirements while also pursuing their intellectual interests. The majority of the LLM courses are worth 3 units. Students will have an average of 3 contact hours per week with teachers in each course. The Faculty of Law holds classes during the day and evenings Monday to Friday, and during the day on Saturdays. Evening classes typically begin at 6:30pm. Classes incorporate a mix of lectures, seminars, presentations and class discussion. All courses are taught and assessed entirely in English. Students may enroll in full-time or part-time modes of study. Full-time students can complete the Programme in one year while part-time students are able to complete the Programme in two years. In order to graduate, students must meet the minimum cumulative GPA required by the University for postgraduate programmes.

ProgrammeRequirements

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LLM in Chinese Business Law

Chinese Civil Law

Chinese Company Law

Chinese Contract Law

Legal System and Methods in China

LLM in Common Law

Common Law: Origins and Development

Principles of Contract*

Principles of Criminal Law*

Principles of Tort*

LLM in Energy and Environmental Law

International and Comparative Energy Law

International and ComparativeEnvironmental Law

Principles of Environmental Law

Project Finance andInfrastructure Law

* Applicants who have already covered any of these subjects as part of a common law undergraduate degree can apply to the Programme Director to replace them with alternative

common law subjects or research papers.

Course ListAll courses are 3-unit courses except Independent Research Dissertation and International Legal Advocacy which are 6-unit courses.

Required Courses

Business and the Law in Hong Kong

Chinese Environmental Law

Chinese Intellectual Property Law

Chinese Tax Law

Comparative Constitutional Law

Copyright, Digital Subject Matter and

Information Technology

Criminal Justice and Society in China

European Union Law

International Commercial Dispute

Resolution

International Financial and Banking Law

International Investment Law-Policy and

Development

Elective Courses

Students may choose, subject to place availability and enrollment priority, from the wide range of Elective Courses o�ered under the LLM Programmes as well as the JD Programme. Elective Course o�erings vary from year to year according to student demand and sta� availability. The elective courses o�ered in 2017/18 are:

International Legal Advocacy

International Taxation

Investor-State Dispute Settlement

Issues in Contract

Issues in Human Rights

Law and Literature

Principles of Administrative Law

Principles of Art, Antiquities, Cultural

Heritage and the Law

Principles of Aviation Law

Principles of Civil Procedure

Principles of Commercial Law

Principles of Company Law

Principles of Competition Law

Principles of Constitutional Law

Principles of Criminal Procedure

Principles of Employment Law

Principles of Equity and Trusts

Principles of Evidence

Principles of Family Law

Principles of Information and

Privacy Law

Principles of Intellectual Property

Principles of International Law

Principles of Land Law

Principles of Mediation

Principles of Revenue Law

Principles of Securities Regulation

Students who would like to undertake independent research project in an area of significant personal interest may choose Independent Research (3 units) or Independent Research Dissertation (6 units).

The Learning EnvironmentCUHK Graduate Law Centre

All LLM Programmes are taught at the CUHK Graduate Law Centre. The LLM students have this in common with other graduate students in the Faculty of Law studying on the JD and PCLL courses, creating a mature and professionally oriented environment. The Graduate Law Centre is located at 2/F, Bank of America Tower, Central. Within only a few minutes’ walk can be found the High Court and the appellate courts, the major business centres and many of the other attractions and amenities for which Hong Kong is famous. Facilities at the Graduate Law Centre include lecture theatres, seminar rooms, breakout rooms, theWarren Chan Moot Court, a computer laboratory, astudent common area with additional computer work stations, and a Legal Resources Centre.

LLM in International Economic Law

Law of International Business Transactions I

Law of International Business Transactions II

Trans-National Legal Problems

World Trade Law

Our International Academic FacultyThe Faculty has a strong team of experienced academic sta� from various jurisdictions. Our research staff are specialists in many areas of expertise. Some come from extensive practice backgrounds, holding senior positions in legal practice and other fields across many jurisdictions. All strive for excellence in teaching and research and are committed to educating students in the law by drawing on their diverse teaching, research and professional experience.

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Cultural & Professional DiversitySince 2006, the LLM Programmes have produced an alumni body of graduates hailing from diverse backgrounds. The jurisdictions of origin of the LLM alumni include 37 countries/regions. For the 2017 academic year, we admitted students from Australia, Germany, Hong Kong, India, Italy, Kenya, Macau, Mainland China, New Zealand, Singapore, Switzerland, Taiwan, Thailand, and United States.

Most of our part-time students come from professional backgrounds: accountants, bankers, social workers, civil servants, and legal practitioners. This mix creates an interesting and stimulating learning environment. Our part-time students study alongside our full-time students.

Professional backgrounds & Affiliations

Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) Certified Public Accountant (CPA) The Hong Kong Institute of Chartered Secretaries (HKICS) The Hong Kong Institute of Bankers (HKIB) The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) Registered Social Worker (RSW) Qualified lawyers from various jurisdictions

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Countries/Regions of Graduatessince 2006

Countries/Regions of Studentsadmitted in 2017

Countries/Regions of Graduates since 2006

Albania

Australia

Austria

Belgium

Brazil

Canada

Chile

Czech Republic

Denmark

Finland

Mainland China

Malaysia

Mexico

Poland

Russia

Serbia

Singapore

South Korea

Spain

Switzerland

France

Germany

Guatemala

Hong Kong

India

Indonesia

Israel

Italy

Japan

Macau

Taiwan

Thailand

The Netherlands

Turkey

Ukraine

United Kingdom

United States

Countries/Regions of Students admitted in 2017

Australia

Germany

Hong Kong

India

Italy

Kenya

Macau

Mainland China

New Zealand

Singapore

Switzerland

Taiwan

Thailand

United States

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11 Careers

12 What Our Students Say

15 Admission Requirements

15 Tuition Fee

15 Scholarships

15 Continuing Education Fund

16 Application Deadlines

16 How to Apply

16 Contact us

MootingMooting gives students a taste of life as a lawyer presenting written and oral arguments in complex hypothetical court cases. In recent years, CUHK Law students have participated in faculty, local, regional and international mooting competitions. They have successfully represented Hong Kong at international competitions in Vienna, Washington D.C, The Hague, and Beijing in 2016-17.

The Faculty of Law encourages students to participate in mooting competitions. Participation may attract course credits towards degree completion. For each moot an academic staff member advises the team and supervises its work. Practice moots also take place in the state-of-the-art Warren Chan Moot Court at the Graduate Law Centre.

The Faculty of Law has enjoyed great success in local, regional and international mooting competitions over ten years since mooting was first offered in the Faculty. In 2016, its mooting teams won the International Criminal Court (ICC) Moot (Chinese) at The Hague; the David Hunter Award for winning the oral rounds of the competition at the Vis (East) International Commercial Arbitration Law Moot; the Hong Kong regional rounds (White & Case Cup) of the Jessup moot, together with awards for the Best Applicant Memorial, the Best Respondent Memorial and the Best Oralist.

"Today's prospective employers look for evidence of a broad range of skills going beyond academic achievement and it is crucial that students understand how to meet this challenge and take steps early in their University career to put themselves in the best position to meet these demands."

Mr. Paul Mitchard QCDirector of Career Planning and Professionalism

CareersThe Faculty runs a careers advice programme that supports its students in many ways.

Law Student Careers Office

The Faculty’s Law Student Careers Office provides students with guidance on career choices, career preparation and professional development. The Faculty’s Director of Career Planning and Professionalism, Mr. Paul Mitchard QC, has designed and runs a programme which includes seminars on career and professionalism topics and presentations by representatives of law firms and barristers’ chambers and other prospective employers.

Virtual Careers Resource Centre

The Law Student Careers Office also maintains a Virtual Careers Resource Centre (VCRC). This is a powerful online resource that serves as a contact point for employers, teaching faculty and students. The VCRC has a Legal Careers Directory that contains up-to-date information on law firms, internships and other employment opportunities and provides information on careers seminars and other events. The VCRC website provides students with information on matters such as job applications, CV preparation and other resources. The Faculty’s academic sta� also frequently advise individual students on career development and write references for students to potential employers.

Studying AbroadLLM Students can choose to study abroad as part of our International Exchange Programmes. These give students the opportunity to travel to new places, to meet new people, to experience new cultures, to learn new subjects and gain a greater international experience to impress future employers. Credits earned abroad may be transferred back to count towards degree requirements. In addition to university-level exchanges, which cover more than two hundred destinations worldwide, there are also faculty-level exchanges whereby graduate students can go to Faculty of Law, The University of Auckland (New Zealand), Melbourne Law School, The University of Melbourne (Australia), Faculty of Law, Maastricht University (The Netherlands) or The School of Law of Bocconi University (Italy). For further information please visit the Faculty’s website.

Faculty's Moot Team for 2016 ICC (Chinese)

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What Our Students Say

It was always my greatest ambition to study in Hong Kong and thus I am extremely thankful and feel privileged for having the opportunity to study at one of Asia’s best law schools. Especially enlightening is the teaching style at CUHK, which slightly differs from the one in German universities. CUHK professors are pressing much harder for personal opinions and value interaction, and it helps to study in small but active groups. This new learning experience in a highly international setting will no doubt help me to broaden my own views and perspectives before I return to Germany to work as a lawyer later this year. My fellow students from all around the world have further contributed to the great time I have had at CUHK - I found it to be a particularly enriching experience. I feel very humbled to be part of this year's executive programme and found CUHK to be the perfect place to study, grow as a person, and to make new life-long friends.

First State Examination (LMU Munich)Second State Examination (Free State of Bavaria)LLM (CUHK)

Janine Manke (Germany)

In 2014, I was awarded a scholarship from the Royal Thai government in the Master of Laws Programme. I decided to study in Hong Kong because Hong Kong is one of the world's leading commercial hubs. I made the right decision.

I am very impressed with the facilities at CUHK. The professors are brilliant and the staff is very helpful. Moreover, the Graduate Law Centre is conveniently located and the main campus in Shatin is very peaceful and beautiful.

Presently, I am a legal official in the Office of the Council of State of Thailand, the main law-drafting and legal advisory agency of the state. Studying an LLM in International Economic Law provided me with a great deal of practical knowledge and skill in legal research, which I can now apply in my professional career.

LLM (Chulalongkorn), LLM (CUHK)

Panmile Tarasuk (Thailand)

At CUHK I have studied with some of the leading experts in Chinese law, and their insight has proved invaluable in enhancing my understanding of China’s legal system, and the country in general. Even for a lawyer with ample China experience, the LLM in Chinese Business Law has proved to be a worthwhile investment, which will undoubtedly enhance the perspective that I can provide to my clients doing business in China.

BA (Michigan), JD (Notre Dame), LLM (CUHK)

Frederic Rocafort (United States)

As one of the LLM Scholarship recipients, it is the best choice that I have ever made to further my education at CUHK. As Hong Kong is a leading international financial center, the Chinese Business Law Programme is the perfect combination of my previous studies in Finance and Law. It not only strengthened my legal knowledge but also fostered my commercial skills by integrating a global perspective into the lectures, seminars, research and extracurricular activities. I really appreciate the excellent faculty instruction, outstanding learning resources and talented peer cooperation, which equipped me with a better understanding of the Chinese legal system, as well as the common law.

LLB (South China Normal University), LLM (CUHK)

Shanyun Xiao (China)

I was awarded the Master of Laws Global Scholarship offered by the CUHK Faculty of Law in 2016 and coming to Hong Kong to study LLM in International Economic Law has been the best decision I have ever made in my life. This LLM Programme not only equipped me with all the vital knowledge for a legal career on the international scene, but also the opportunity to expand my personal network. The lecture syllabus is well-organised, with four well-structured required courses and a broad enough choice of electives to cover my interests. The professors are highly-skilled, and the faculty staff is very approachable and is always ready to help you with any difficulties you might come across. This LLM Programme has been a rewarding experience and I cannot recommend it highly enough!

LLB (NTU, Taiwan), LLM (CUHK)

Pei Hsuan Lin (Taiwan)

I find the course syllabus is very interesting as this programme deals with international economic relationship. Professors come from all around the world and it is very international. It is obviously helpful as I worked in a leading European law firms and most of my clients were from other jurisdictions, the programme helps me learn how to deal with international clients from other countries.

BA and LLB (Pompeu Fabra), LLM (CUHK)

Victor Val Perez (Spain)

The LLM in Common Law (LCL) Programme at CUHK offers a multitude of elective courses where students can fully develop their interests. The professors are experts in their respective fields, many of whom have both extensive practical experiences as well as academic publications; their amiable nature allows for a personal connection as they act as both faculty and mentor. I found the lectures to be comparatively interactive and engaging. It has been fun meeting and collaborating with students from other international jurisdictions to further my legal knowledge. The law faculty also hosts an array of seminars, inviting leading legal professionals around the world for insightful discussions on fascinating and relevant topics. The LCL Programme has been highly rewarding.

LLB (Exeter), LLM (CUHK)

Timothy Lam (Hong Kong)

I find that studying Chinese law has deepened my understanding of Australian law. Studying another legal system provides a point of comparison that can help you to better understand your home legal system. This is particularly true when coming from a common law jurisdiction like Australia to study a civil law jurisdiction such as China. The many differences between Chinese and Australian law did not surprise me. The number of similarities, however, was unexpected. The fact that we were learning in Hong Kong, a common law jurisdiction within China, served to emphasise the value of comparative legal study.

BA and JD (Melbourne), LLM and PCLL (CUHK)

Jack Nelson (Australia)

The LLM in International Economic Law at CUHK offers incredible opportunities, both personal and professional. The ability to engage deeply with the law through the LLM Programmes, coupled with the unique experience of living and studying in a truly global economic hub provides unparalleled and exciting possibilities. The programme provides experience in some of the vital skills necessary to succeed in legal or business roles following graduation. Coming to Hong Kong to study as an international student was one of the best decisions I have made.

LLB (Warwick), LLM (CUHK)

Edward Cowan (United Kingdom)

Having previously studied in a common law jurisdiction, the LLM in Chinese Business Law Programme has offered me an interesting comparison of how different legal systems would affect business decision-making in different countries. Importantly, the LLM exposes me not only to PRC law, but also to the principles of European continental laws. Classes are always interactive and the professors are very approachable and supportive. On top of that, I really appreciate the diversified and refreshing assessment methods adopted in class such as mock client presentations, in which I was able to gain hands-on experience of the law in action rather than just the law on the books. In terms of personal development, I was also impressed by the variety of outside-the-classroom opportunities provided by CUHK such as mooting and career workshops. Overall, I believe the well-structured CBL Programme has equipped me with the necessary skills to pursue a first-rate career.

LLB (Bristol), LLM (CUHK)

Lauren Yuen (Hong Kong)

The LLM in Common Law Programme at CUHK is a fantastic opportunity for civil law practitioners to compare the Common Law system and their home jurisdiction. It was also the professional break I needed to deepen my knowledge of my preferred legal fields and explore other areas of law thanks to the wide range of elective courses I was able to choose from. These courses were all taught by passionate, skilled and experienced professionals from business and legal backgrounds. It provided me with a better understanding of the Hong Kong legal system and how it is deeply rooted in the common law tradition and yet was and will be influenced greatly by Mainland China and the rest of the world.

For a Civil Law (in-house) lawyer with an interest in Asia, it was a unique experience and I’m sure my career will benefit from it. I cannot recommend highly enough CUHK’s LLM Programmes.

LLB, LLM (Rennes), MA (I.E.P. Lille), LLM (CUHK)

Celine Verdez (France)

Studying the LLM in International Economic Law at CUHK has been a wonderful and enriching experience to me! In the face of an increasingly complicated cross-border economic environment, I find the LLM course highly practical --- not only equipping me with solid knowledge in the political, socio-economic and cultural aspects of multinational business problems, but also inspiring me to think outside the box with respect to the changing legal regimes and rapid globalization. An unexpected bonus to me is the interesting learning experience alongside students from different cultural and ethnic backgrounds and the sense of camaraderie with them. All of this has made the LLM year a pleasing and fruitful one for me.

LLB (LSE), LLM (CUHK)

Sammi Lee (Hong Kong)

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Admission RequirementsApplicants must have:

a qualification to practise law in the jurisdiction of the student’s residence; or a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree or a degree of equivalent standing (for the LLM in Common Law, the LLB should

normally be from a non-Common Law jurisdiction); or a Bachelor’s degree in a non-law subject with substantial law-related working experience.

As many areas of professional activity are related to law, we welcome applications from those who do not have a law degree but have work experience in the areas of commerce, accountancy, social work, public administration, and any other similar fields with relevant legal experience. For the LLM in Energy and Environmental Law, applicants without a law degree must have work experience in the areas of energy, environmental preservation, public administration, and similar relevant fields.

Applications can be made before completion of an undergraduate degree, provided that the applicant is in the final year of study. In this situation, any offer will be conditional upon successful completion of the undergraduate degree, and satisfaction of the other admission requirements, prior to enrolment in the LLM Programmes.

Applicants whose undergraduate studies were not conducted and assessed in English are required to take an appropriate English language proficiency test and to achieve a sufficient score, such as a score of 570 or above in TOEFL (Paper Based Test), 88 or above in TOEFL (Internet Based Test); Band 6.5 or better in IELTS; which result was obtained not more than two years prior to the date of applying to join the LLM Programmes, or equivalent.

For more information about the General Admission Requirements and the English Language Proficiency Requirement prescribed by the University’s Graduate School, please visit their website at http://www.gs.cuhk.edu.hk.

ScholarshipsA number of Master of Laws scholarships will be available for award on the basis of academic merit. For further details, please visit the Faculty’s website.

Continuing Education FundThe LLM in Chinese Business Law and the LLM in International Economic Law, as well as thirteen postgraduate courses o�ered by the Faculty of Law, have been included in the list of reimbursable courses for Continuing Education Fund (CEF) purposes. For details regarding CEF, please visit www.wfsfaa.gov.hk/cef.

Tuition Fee*The tuition fee for 2017/18 is HK$5,000 per unit for a total of 24 units within the normative study period. The tuition fee for 2018/19 is to be announced.

A di�erent tuition fee may apply for students studying beyond the normative study period.

* Subject to annual review

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The course International and Comparative Energy Law introduced the students to important aspects of energy law, such as energy security, energy market reform and alternative modes of energy supply. As an M&A lawyer, it was especially important for me to learn about the different facets of investment in the field of energy law and the varied interests of investors and host states. I firmly believe that LLM in Energy and Environmental Law Programme presents a fantastic opportunity for students and legal practitioners to gain advanced knowledge in this field that will provide them with a greater competitive advantage in the crowded legal market.

LLB (Novi Sad), LLM (CUHK)

Dusan Obradovic (Serbia)

The course International and Comparative Energy Law aroused my interest in the energy sector. This course not only provided me with foundational theory but also provided me with the tools to engage in critical analysis of these issues. I will continue following the legal developments in this area and am certainly interested in further enhancing my knowledge in this cutting-edge and critically important area of law. I believe that the newly launched LLM in Energy and Environmental Law Programme will help people shape the new values and knowledge of sustainable development.

LLB (Jinan), LLM (CUHK)

Zhijin Zhang (China)

Understanding the law has been one of my life goals, and joining the Master of Laws Programme in Common Law has definitely enabled me to achieve this goal. The knowledge that I gained in the programme not only benefits my work, but also my everyday life.

The Graduate Law Centre is very convenient, just walking distance from my office. I enjoyed making friends with classmates from different industry and academic backgrounds, and I enjoyed the discussions with my professors during and after classes.

BBA and LLM (CUHK)

Abbie Lee (Hong Kong)

As a part-time LLM student, I can highly recommend CUHK's Part-time LLM in Common Law to (civil law trained) lawyers and business people looking for a more detailed and fundamental understanding of the (Hong Kong) common law system. The teaching is of a very high standard by excellent - mostly international - professors, and the teaching complex is state-of-art and easy to reach in down-town Hong Kong. Learning outcomes are practically relevant and academically stimulating, and therefore, in my opinion, highly valuable and useful both personally and professionally.

LLB and LLM (VU University Amsterdam), MBA (CUHK),LLM candidate (CUHK)

Rienk Brouwer (The Netherlands)

The unparalleled legal framework of Hong Kong marks a strategic importance for multi-international enterprises to conduct businesses in China. It is therefore vital, after 17 years of resumption of sovereignty, to appreciate the difference between the two legal systems in order to assist foreign enterprises and business clients to find their way out of the mist from the two unparalleled legal systems. As taught by leading academics and experienced practitioners in Chinese Business Law, the LLM in Chinese Business Law Programme laid a solid foundation for both my academic and professional growth, in particular, to develop a broad legal intellectual outlook as to the Chinese legal system as well as its regulatory framework in the context of an evolving political, economic and social environment in China.

LLB, PCLL and LLM (CUHK)

Joey Wong (Hong Kong)

The LLM in International Economic Law equipped me with all the knowledge necessary to work as a lawyer on the international scene. The diverse range of courses taught by truly passionate and highly skilled professors also allowed me to develop both a practical and business oriented view of the law. As a result I gained a comprehensive knowledge of the law surrounding cross-border business transactions with a notable focus on Mainland China and Hong Kong. The LLM also gave me the opportunity to connect with students from different backgrounds and engage in extra-curricular activities with the Graduate Law Students Association. It has been a truly enriching experience on both a personal and professional level.

LLB (Paris 10 – Nanterre), LLM (Pantheon-Sorbonne), LLM (CUHK)

Sebastien Clisson (France)

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How to ApplyApplications should be submitted online. For details, please visit the website of the University's Graduate School at https://www.gs.cuhk.edu.hk. Applicants should read the "Notes for online application" on the website of the Graduate School before submitting an application.

Applicants are required to provide copies of certificates as evidence that they have met the Admission Requirements. Applications will not be considered until all the required documents have been received.

While it is not a formal requirement, applicants may provide a personal statement not exceeding 500 words. The personal statement should address the applicant’s reasons for wishing to join the relevant LLM Programme.

There is a non-refundable application fee of HK$300.

Contact UsTelephone: (852) 3943-4310Fax: (852) 2994-2505E-mail: [email protected]

Address: Faculty of Law 6/F., Lee Shau Kee Building The Chinese University of Hong Kong Shatin, New Territories, Hong Kong

Website: http://www.law.cuhk.edu.hkFacebook: CUHK LawLinkedIn: CUHK Faculty of Law

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Application DeadlinesApplications will be processed on a rolling basis until all places have been filled, so early applications are strongly encouraged. Applications received after 13 April 2018 may still be considered subject to the availability of places.

28 February 2018 (first round)

13 April 2018 (second round)

This brochure contains information as at August 2017. The University has the right at any time and from time to time to make changes in its rules, regulations and procedures.

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MASTER OF LAWS (LLM)LLM in Chinese Business Law

LLM in Common LawLLM in Energy and Environmental Law

LLM in International Economic Law

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