Direct answer
For the University of Exeter LLM Law and Business: Finance and Accounting programme starting in September 2026, you need a 2:2 Honours degree or equivalent. You must also show relevant prior knowledge of finance and/or accounting, gained through work experience or your undergraduate degree. International students must meet the English language requirements under Profile B1.
Programme entry point
Entry for the LLM Law and Business: Finance and Accounting is available for September 2026. The official programme page confirms this start date. No other entry points are specified in the current evidence.
Academic entry requirement
The University of Exeter states that applicants are considered with a 2:2 Honours degree or above, or an equivalent qualification. The official source does not provide a specific academic equivalency for Chinese degrees mapped to a UK 2:2 Honours degree. You should verify the exact grade or qualification required for your Chinese bachelor’s degree directly with the university’s international admissions team, as this detail is not published on the page.
Prior knowledge requirement
You must demonstrate relevant prior knowledge of finance and/or accounting. The university accepts two ways to meet this condition: through work experience or through the content of your undergraduate degree. The official page does not specify a minimum duration for work experience or a required number of credit hours within a prior degree. You should prepare evidence of how your background satisfies this requirement when you apply.
English language requirement
The English language requirement for this course falls under Profile B1. International students must demonstrate the required level of proficiency through an accepted test. The university accepts several tests, with the following minimum scores confirmed on the official page:
- IELTS Academic: 6.5 overall, with no less than 5.5 in any section.
- TOEFL iBT: 90 overall, with minimum scores of 20 in speaking and 18 in writing, listening, and reading.
All accepted English language test results are valid for two years prior to the start of the programme. The official page does not list every accepted test under Profile B1. You should check the university’s full English language requirements page for other qualifications that may satisfy this condition.
What the official page does not confirm
The official evidence does not include several details that you may need. The page does not publish a specific academic equivalency for Chinese undergraduate degrees. It does not state whether this programme participates in Clearing or has limited vacancies. The page does not mention application deadlines, tuition fees, or scholarship availability. You should treat these points as requiring live rechecking on the university’s website.
How to use this information
This article reflects only what the University of Exeter has published on the official LLM Law and Business: Finance and Accounting programme page. Before you make any decision, verify the Chinese degree equivalency and confirm the full list of accepted English language tests directly with the university. If you are exploring other UK options, you may find related guidance in our articles on institutions such as Northumbria University London or the University of Dundee. For broader context on selecting a UK university, you can also read our comparison of agencies covering Edinburgh, Manchester, and KCL, or consult our ranking-based recommendations for Chinese students.
FAQ
What is the minimum UK degree classification for this LLM?
A 2:2 Honours degree or above, or an equivalent qualification.
Can work experience satisfy the prior knowledge requirement?
Yes. The university states that relevant prior knowledge of finance and/or accounting can be gained through work experience or undergraduate degree content.
What is the IELTS requirement for this programme?
IELTS Academic with a score of 6.5 overall and no less than 5.5 in any section.
How long are English language test scores valid?
Accepted test results are valid for two years prior to the start of the programme.
Does the official page give a specific grade requirement for Chinese bachelor’s degrees?
No. The page states the requirement as a UK 2:2 Honours degree or equivalent but does not detail the specific equivalency for Chinese degrees.
Further reading
Official sources
The information in this article is drawn exclusively from the University of Exeter’s official programme page for LLM Law and Business: Finance and Accounting, accessed for the 2026/27 entry cycle. All stated requirements are verified against this source. Details not present on that page are explicitly noted as unconfirmed.
- University of Exeter LLM Law and Business: Finance and Accounting programme page