Bachelor of Laws (LLB)

The LLB is a three-year undergraduate degree that provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the law and its applications. The program is designed to equip students with the knowledge, skills, and critical thinking abilities necessary to succeed in a variety of legal careers.

Entry Requirements

• A Level: BBB
• BTEC: DDM
• UCAS Tariff Points*: 120
• GCSE: English Language Grade C/4 or above, or equivalent

Locations

• Birmingham
• Bristol
• Leeds
• London Bloomsbury
• Manchester
• Nottingham
• Online

Study Mode Options

• Full-time

Next Start Date

• September 2025

Course Details

Full-time Three Year LLB

The LLB program is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the law and its applications. The program includes a range of core and elective modules that cover topics such as contract law, tort law, public law, and criminal law.

• The highest standard of teaching from experienced professionals
• Small class sizes
• Options to study on campus and online
• A choice of campuses across the UK
• All the textbooks and reference materials you need are included in the course fee
• All of our courses follow the PEC Academic Model of Learning which develops the mindset of our students enabling them to apply learning in a professional context
• Access to a large specialist careers service
• Option to participate in our Employability programme enabling you to develop essential professional skills and explore legal and non legal career options
• You’ll have access to a nominated Academic Coach to support you throughout your course. They’ll encourage you to become an independent learner and challenge you to achieve the best possible outcome during your studies
• Participate in Pro Bono to enhance essential skills in legal research, drafting, client interviewing, and problem-solving while gaining practical experience. All essential for your future career while positively contributing to your local community

Foundation Year

You can choose to take an additional Foundation Year before you start your LLB. This introductory year focuses on developing the key skills required to study at degree level. You will study six modules and on successful completion progress onto any of our three year degrees. Please note, the Foundation Year is only available as a September start.

Course Structure

Foundation Year (If Applicable)

• Communication Skills: You will develop communication skills and understanding of different methods and styles of communication. You will consider appropriate methods of communication in both formal and informal environments. You will develop your understanding of social media and how to use it effectively. By looking back at previous activities and considering the choices you made and how you may do things differently in the future, you will enhance your skills on reflection.
• Digital and Research Skills: You will learn how to navigate responsibly around the internet using different search engines and resources, including AI, and will develop your understanding of how to stay safe online and create an appropriate online presence. Learn about interpreting information you find; how relevant and accurate it is and how to present it. Discover a variety of learning resources and understand the importance of academic integrity.
• Sustainability and Society: You will explore the UN Sustainable Development Goals and how sustainability has a wider impact on society. A problem-solving approach to global sustainability will be adopted and you will be encouraged to think about the role you and others play in addressing sustainability issues and an understanding of who is accountable. Also looking at both the broad concepts of sustainability and the aspects which are relevant to your chosen discipline.
• Foundation Year Project: Develop your research skills by learning how to choose, plan and carry out an investigation into a chosen topic. Discover the importance of ethics when conducting research and practice presenting research. This module helps prepare you for entry onto Level 4 of the degree programme through the formative e-portfolio containing a log of activities, your 2000 word written project and your video presentation.
• Shaping Skills for Success: This module will enable you to develop wider skills that are needed to succeed during your studies and beyond. You will be introduced to different types of skills and how to track and reflect on your skills development. You will develop your skills by participating in sessions focused on specific skills and hearing from a variety of guest speakers. You will take part in a group challenge designed to develop your teamwork and communication skills and reflect on the skills you develop during this module as part of your Foundation Year Project.
• Core Concepts of Law: Introducing you to the study of law, including an overview of the English legal system, including legal careers, and how it compares to legal systems around the world. You will consider the concept of ‘the rule of law’ and explore law and morality whilst developing an understanding of how law impacts society. You will further develop your research skills through introductions to specific law resources available in the library and the OSCOLA method of referencing.
• Core Concepts of Business: Introducing you to the study of business, including an overview of the different types of business organisations and how they operate. You will consider the concept of ‘the business environment’ and explore the impact of external factors on business whilst developing an understanding of how businesses operate.
• Core Concepts of Computer Science: Introducing you to the study of computer science, including an overview of the different areas of computer science and how they are applied. You will consider the concept of ‘computing and society’ and explore the impact of computing on society whilst developing an understanding of how computing is used in different contexts.
• Core Concepts of Criminology: Introducing you to the study of criminology, including an overview of the different areas of criminology and how they are applied. You will consider the concept of ‘crime and society’ and explore the impact of crime on society whilst developing an understanding of how crime is studied and understood.
• Core Concepts of Psychology: Introducing you to the study of psychology, including an overview of the different areas of psychology and how they are applied. You will consider the concept of ‘psychology and society’ and explore the impact of psychology on society whilst developing an understanding of how psychology is used in different contexts.

Year 1 (31 Study Weeks)

• Common Law Method and Ethics: This module introduces you to the English legal system and looks at how to interpret statutes and the doctrine of precedent. Also, how law is created and the structure of the English court system. These enable you to understand how laws are created and interpreted. Within Ethics, you will consider different approaches to ethical issues, including the social and ethical context of the legal profession.
• Academic and Digital Skills: This module underpins all of the other modules on the LLB & MLaw. It develops the academic and digital skills which you will need for both your studies and the workplace, including using the University’s VLE and other relevant platforms and software, legal research and referencing, academic integrity, communication skills, and how to analyse and answer legal problems.
• Contract Law: In this module you will consider the elements of a contract, different types of contractual terms, remedies for breach of contract and the circumstances when remedies can be excluded. You will also look at connected areas such as misrepresentation, duress, and undue influence.
• Law of Tort: Tort is a key area of law and considers acts and omissions that give rise to injury or harm to another and amount to a civil wrong. You will consider topics such as trespass to the person, negligence, product liability, employer liability, occupiers’ liability, trespass to land and private nuisance. You will also look at the remedies available when an action in Tort succeeds.
• Public Law: This module looks at sources of the UK constitution and principles such as the rule of law, separation of powers and parliamentary supremacy. Also, how the lawfulness of decisions and actions made by public bodies are challenged through exploring the grounds for judicial review and the remedies available. You will learn about the place EU Law has within the UK constitution and consider the key rights and freedoms incorporated into UK law through the Human Rights Act.
• Criminal Law: This module gives an overview of the criminal justice system and helps to develop an understanding of the principles of criminal liability. You will look at different criminal offences, including homicide, criminal damage, assaults, sexual offences, theft and robbery, and drugs offences. You will consider what defences may be available and the law in relation to secondary participation and attempts to commit certain offences.

Year 2 (30 Study Weeks)

• Business Law 1: This module introduces you to different forms of business organisation such as partnerships and companies and how to choose the most appropriate format to run a business. You will explore company law in more detail, exploring the separate legal personality of a company and its limited liability status and company constitutions. You will look at the different parties involved in a company such as the directors and shareholders.
• Critical Approaches in Current Legal Issues: Designed to further develop the academic skills which you developed during your Level 4. Equipping you with the skills which you need to succeed as you progress through the programme. Through topical areas of law, you will develop your critical thinking and evaluation skills, ability to solve legal problems, and research skills. You will be challenged through debating controversial areas of law and presenting arguments, in order to develop your ability to reflect and understand the views of others.
• Land Law: We look at the nature of land, how the ownership of estates and interests in land operate and the formalities for creating and disposing of those estates and interests. It looks at important topics such as: the protection and enforcement of third party interests in land, the distinction between registered and unregistered land, trusts of land and co-ownership, leases, easements, covenants, and mortgages.
• Family Law: This module introduces you to the principles of family law, including the different types of family relationships and the legal consequences of these relationships. You will consider the law relating to marriage, civil partnership, cohabitation, and the rights and responsibilities of parents and children.
• Employment Law: This module introduces you to the principles of employment law, including the different types of employment relationships and the legal consequences of these relationships. You will consider the law relating to employment contracts, employment rights, and employment disputes.
• Access to Justice and Legal Services: This module introduces you to the principles of access to justice and legal services, including the different types of legal services and the legal consequences of these services. You will consider the law relating to legal aid, legal representation, and access to justice.
• Real Estate: This module introduces you to the principles of real estate law, including the different types of property interests and the legal consequences of these interests. You will consider the law relating to property transactions, property disputes, and property development.
• Human Rights: This module introduces you to the principles of human rights law, including the different types of human rights and the legal consequences of these rights. You will consider the law relating to human rights in the UK and internationally.
• Extended Essay: This module allows you to undertake an in-depth study of a particular area of law, including the different types of legal issues and the legal consequences of these issues. You will consider the law relating to your chosen topic and develop your critical thinking and evaluation skills.
• EU Law: This module introduces you to the principles of EU law, including the different types of EU law and the legal consequences of these laws. You will consider the law relating to the EU and its institutions, including the European Court of Justice.
• Practising Law in the Digital World: This module introduces you to the principles of practising law in the digital world, including the different types of digital technologies and the legal consequences of these technologies. You will consider the law relating to digital law, including data protection, cybercrime, and digital evidence.

Year 3 (30 Study Weeks)

• Equity and Trusts: In this module you will study the core principles of equity and trusts law which arise in a range of personal, social and commercial contexts. You will look at the distinction between a gift and a trust and how trusts are created. You will explore the management of the trust through the powers and duties of trustees and the rights of the beneficiaries before considering what remedies are available if there is a breach of trust.
• Business Law 2: This module builds on the knowledge you gained in Business Law 1 and explores the law relating to business organisations in more depth. You will consider the law relating to partnerships, companies, and other business organisations, including the different types of business structures and the legal consequences of these structures.
• Civil Dispute Resolution: This module introduces you to the principles of civil dispute resolution, including the different types of dispute resolution mechanisms and the legal consequences of these mechanisms. You will consider the law relating to civil litigation, including the different types of civil claims and the legal consequences of these claims.
• Graduate and Employability Skills: This module allows you to develop your graduate and employability skills, including the different types of skills and the legal consequences of these skills. You will consider the law relating to graduate and employability skills, including the different types of skills and the legal consequences of these skills.
• International Commercial Law: This module introduces you to the principles of international commercial law, including the different types of international commercial transactions and the legal consequences of these transactions. You will consider the law relating to international trade, including the different types of international trade agreements and the legal consequences of these agreements.
• Mental Health and Mental Capacity Law: This module introduces you to the principles of mental health and mental capacity law, including the different types of mental health and mental capacity issues and the legal consequences of these issues. You will consider the law relating to mental health and mental capacity, including the different types of mental health and mental capacity legislation and the legal consequences of these laws.
• Research Project (Double Module): This module allows you to undertake an in-depth study of a particular area of law, including the different types of legal issues and the legal consequences of these issues. You will consider the law relating to your chosen topic and develop your critical thinking and evaluation skills.

Fees and Funding

• 2025/26 Course Fee:
  • UK Students per year: £9,535
  • UK Students per year (with Foundation Year): £5,760 (1st year only, rising to £9,535 from 2nd year*)
  • International Students per year: £17,550 (London), £16,700 (non-London)
• International students are eligible for an international bursary of £2,500 per year which is taken off the fees in the final year of the course. Terms and conditions apply.
• If you need to fund your studies with a student loan you can apply via Student Finance.

Employability

We care about your career, which is why we offer support with job applications and other work experience opportunities as soon as you accept your place.

Career Interest

• Actuarial Analyst
• Advertising Account Executive
• Barrister
• Business Analyst
• Career Advisor
• Chartered Accountant
• Chartered Management Accountant
• Community Development Worker
• Company Secretary
• Corporate Investment Banker
• Data Analyst
• Human Resources Officer
• Insurance Underwriter
• Management Consultant
• Market Researcher
• Marketing Executive
• Media Buyer
• Media Planner
• Paralegal
• Police Officer
• Prison Officer
• Probation Officer
• Project Manager
• Public Relations Officer
• Recruitment Consultant
• Sales Promotion Account Executive
• Social Media Manager
• Social Worker
• Solicitor
• Stockbroker
• Supply Chain Manager
• Training and Development Officer
• Youth Worker
• Mediator
• Licensed Conveyancer
• Solicitor Advocate
• Legal Secretary
• Judge
• Business Development Manager
• Tax Advisor
• Sales Manager
• Digital Marketing Manager
• Finance Analyst
• Investment Manager
• Compliance Officer
• Cyber Security Analyst
• External Auditor
• Political Risk Analyst
• Clinical Psychologist
• Occupational Psychologist

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LLB (Hons) Law Degree | University of Law

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Degree Overview:

The LLB (Hons) Law Degree is a three-year Bachelor of Laws program offered by the University of Law. It is equivalent to a BA or BSc and prepares students for the Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE1) or Bar Practice Course (for aspiring barristers). The program also equips students with transferable skills valuable for careers in politics, business, journalism, and other fields. The University of Law emphasizes practical skills and future employability, offering flexibility to focus on areas of interest, such as Business Law or International Law.

• Focuses on developing key skills for degree-level study.
• Includes six modules:
• Communication Skills
• Digital and Research Skills
• Sustainability and Society
• Foundation Year Project
• Shaping Skills for Success
• Core Concepts of Law
• One elective module from: Core Concepts of Business, Core Concepts of Computer Science, Core Concepts of Criminology and Policing, Core Concepts of Psychology.

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Year 1:

• 31 study weeks.
• Compulsory modules:
• Common Law Method and Ethics
• Academic and Digital Skills
• Contract Law
• Law of Tort
• Public Law
• Criminal Law

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Year 2:

• 30 study weeks.
• Compulsory modules:
• Business Law 1
• Critical Approaches in Current Legal Issues
• Land Law
• Three elective modules from:
• Family Law
• Employment Law
• Access to Justice and Legal Services
• Real Estate
• Human Rights
• Extended Essay
• EU Law
• Practising Law in the Digital World

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Year 3:

• 30 study weeks.
• Compulsory modules:
• Equity and Trusts
• Two elective modules from:
• Business Law 2
• Civil Dispute Resolution
• Graduate and Employability Skills
• International Commercial Law
• Mental Health and Mental Capacity Law
• Research Project (double module)
• Three elective modules from:
• Family Law
• Employment Law
• Real Estate
• Wills & Succession
• Human Rights
• Criminal Litigation and Evidence
• Graduate and Employability Skills
• International Commercial Law
• Civil Dispute Resolution
• Legal Technology
• Canadian Constitutional Law (London only)
• Foundations of Canadian Law (London only)
• Research Project (double module)

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Assessment:

• The program utilizes a variety of assessment methods, including exams, project reports, essays, portfolios, oral presentations, and mock assessments.
• Assessment methods are designed to meet the practical nature of the course and individual module learning outcomes.

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Teaching:

• Over 90% of lecturers are qualified solicitors, barristers, and judges, providing practical application of law.
• The program focuses on teaching relevant and practical skills sought by employers.
• Small class sizes allow for personalized attention and interaction.
• Students can choose to study on campus or online.
• Access to a large specialist careers service and pro bono clinics.

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Careers:

• The LLB (Hons) Law Degree opens doors to a wide range of legal careers, including:
• Solicitor
• Barrister
• Paralegal
• Company Secretary
• High Court Judge
• The program also provides a strong foundation for careers in:
• Politics
• Journalism
• Business
• HR
• The University of Law offers an Accelerated LLB program for those who wish to complete their degree in two years.
• The University of Law provides alumni discounts for students who continue their studies with them after completing the LLB.
• The University of Law is ranked Top 20 amongst English universities in the 2023 National Student Survey for teaching.
• The University of Law is one of the UK's longest-established specialist providers of legal education and has trained more practicing lawyers in the UK than anyone else.
• The University of Law has an overall 5 Star rating from QS World University Rankings and 5 stars in Teaching, Employability, Online Learning, Academic Development, and Inclusiveness.

The University of Law

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Overview:

The University of Law is a specialist provider of legal education in the UK. It offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses, as well as professional legal training and apprenticeships. The university is known for its high-quality teaching, strong employability record, and commitment to student support.

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Services Offered:

The University of Law offers a variety of services to its students, including:

Undergraduate and Postgraduate Courses:

A wide range of programs in law, business, criminology, policing, psychology, and computer science.

SQE Courses:

Courses specifically designed for the Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE).

Online Courses:

Flexible learning options for students who prefer to study remotely.

Scholarships and Bursaries:

Financial assistance to help students fund their studies.

Student Support:

A range of services to help students succeed academically and personally, including career guidance, disability support, and mental health services.

Professional Legal Training:

Courses for aspiring lawyers, including the Bar Professional Training Course (BPTC) and the Legal Practice Course (LPC).

Apprenticeships:

Work-based learning opportunities for students who want to gain practical experience while studying.

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Student Life and Campus Experience:

The University of Law has campuses in major cities across the UK, including Birmingham, Bristol, Leeds, London, Manchester, and Nottingham. Students can expect a vibrant and supportive campus environment with opportunities to engage in extracurricular activities, meet new people, and develop their skills.

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Key Reasons to Study There:

High-Quality Teaching:

The university is ranked 10th in the UK for quality of teaching in the National Student Survey 2024.

Strong Employability Record:

94% of postgraduates were in employment or further study 15 months after graduating (2021/22 Graduate Outcomes data).

Higher than Average SQE Pass Rates:

78% of students passed the January 2024 SQE1 assessments first time, compared to the industry average first attempt pass rate of 59%.

Experienced Lecturers:

Over 90% of lecturers are qualified lawyers and business professionals, bringing extensive practical experience to the classroom.

Excellent Student Support:

The university provides a range of services to help students succeed, including career guidance, disability support, and mental health services.

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Academic Programs:

The University of Law offers a wide range of academic programs, including:

Undergraduate Courses:

LLB (Hons) Law, BSc (Hons) Business, BSc (Hons) Criminology, BSc (Hons) Policing, BSc (Hons) Psychology, and BSc (Hons) Computer Science.

Postgraduate Courses:

LLM (Master of Laws), MBA (Master of Business Administration), MSc (Master of Science), and other postgraduate qualifications.

Professional Legal Training:

BPTC, LPC, and other professional legal training courses.

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Other:

The University of Law has a strong alumni network, with over 100,000 graduates working in various legal and business sectors. The university also has a 5-star rating from QS World University Rankings, recognizing its excellence in teaching, employability, online learning, academic development, and inclusiveness.