Program Overview

LLB (Hons) Law with Foundation Year

Overview

The LLB (Hons) Law with Foundation Year is designed for individuals who need additional academic skills support before starting a university law course. This four-year program provides a comprehensive education in law, covering the foundations of legal knowledge and preparing students for a career in law or related fields.

What Makes Arden University Special?

Arden University is committed to providing education for everyone, everywhere. The university offers flexible undergraduate and postgraduate degrees in both online and blended study modes. Students can choose how and where to study, with full support both online and on-site. Arden University also offers non-standard entry, taking into account work experience and previous qualifications when assessing applications.

Course Overview

The LLB (Hons) Law with Foundation Year is a great choice for individuals who want to become solicitors or barristers. The course is also suitable for those interested in pursuing careers in journalism, politics, policing, teaching, and more. The program covers the foundations of legal knowledge and has been updated to take into account recent changes to professional practice qualifications.

Modules

Foundation Year

• Preparing for University Success
• Exploring the Social World
• Advancing your Academic Skills
• Examining Social Justice
• Planning for Your Future Success
• Investigation & Innovation Project

Level 4

• Core modules (20 credits each)
  • English Legal System and Skills
  • Public Law
  • Tort 1
  • Crime 1
  • Civil Liberties in Practice
  • Contract Law

Level 5

• Core modules (20 credits each)
  • Tort 2
  • Crime 2
  • Land Law and Practical Skills
  • Equity, Trusts and Wills
  • Dispute Resolution
  • Technology, Innovation and the Law

Level 6 SQE (Solicitor) pathway

• Core modules (20 credits):
  • Business Law and Practice
  • Solicitors Professional Practice
  • Property Practice
• Optional modules (20 credits):
  • Block A (select one):
    • EU Law
    • Placement and Pro Bono (subject to eligibility)
  • Block B (select one):
    • Employment Law
    • International Commercial Law
    • Legal Dissertation (40 credits: no block C requirement if selected)
  • Block C (select one):
    • Family Law
    • Public International Law
    • Placement and Pro Bono (subject to eligibility)
    • Legal Research Project (cannot be combined with the Legal Dissertation option)
    • Legal Dissertation (Continued)

Level 6 Bar (Barrister) pathway

• Core modules (20 credits):
  • Business Law and Practice
  • EU Law
  • Property Practice
• Optional modules (20 credits):
  • Block A (select one):
    • Employment Law
    • Placement and Pro Bono (subject to eligibility)
  • Block B (select one):
    • International Commercial Law
    • Legal Dissertation (40 credits: no block C module requirement if selected)
  • Block C (select one):
    • Family Law
    • Public International Law
    • Placement and Pro Bono (subject to eligibility)
    • Legal Research Project (cannot be combined with the Legal Dissertation option)
    • Legal Dissertation (Continued)

Level 6 International Bar pathway

• Core modules (20 credits):
  • Business Law and Practice
  • EU Law
  • International Commercial Law
  • Public International Law
  • Legal Dissertation (40 credits)

Assessment Methods

Assessment methods are tailored to support the development of knowledge, application, and skills. At levels 4 and 5, the majority of module assessments contain two parts:

• A multiple-choice question (MCQ) examination to assess comprehension of key module content.
• The second part includes a number of different assessment methods, such as the use of advocacy, portfolios, drafting exercises, and coursework.

At level 6, the selected pathway will inform the assessments, which will consist of a combination of different assessment types.

Study and Career Support

• Arden Consumer Advice Clinic: A virtual Law Clinic where students can gain experience interviewing clients and providing initial advice with the support of qualified staff.
• Virtual Law Firm: A unique aspect of the course, replicating many elements of professional law practice, allowing students to apply their learning to real-world scenarios in a safe environment.
• Legal specialist career consultant: Students have access to a legal career consultant specializing in helping them make the most of their LLB degree.

Study Options

The course is available to study through Arden's blended learning study mode at study centers in London Stratford, London Holborn, Manchester, and Birmingham.

Entry Requirements

• Standard entry requirements:
  • At least 3 x GCSEs or equivalent that are less than 3 years old, or
  • At least 3 x GCSEs or equivalent, over 3 years old, with an accompanying CV.
• Non-standard entry requirements: Arden University is happy to consider an application from individuals who can show motivation to study the LLB degree, even if they do not currently meet the standard entry requirements.

English Proficiency

• IELTS 5.5 (no less than 5.0 in any element); or TOEFL iBT 80; or equivalent
• Alternatively, evidence of previously studying in English, such as a letter to show that the Medium of Instruction was in English, can be accepted.

Course Fees and Funding

Course fees are not available yet.

Meet the Faculty

Harriet Jones is the head of the Department of Law at Arden University and former associate head with a focus on access to justice, mediation, and practical legal training.

Career Prospects

A law degree provides a wide range of transferable skills that can be used in various professions both in the UK and abroad. Graduates can pursue careers in law, journalism, policing, teaching, and more.

Industry Skills

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