Law (Graduate Status) LLB (Hons)

Overview

A law degree is a highly regarded qualification. You are trained to think, to question and to challenge. Many students study law to become a legal professional such as legal executive, solicitor or barrister, but a Teesside law degree opens up a wide range of professional roles for you, including within the criminal justice field, probation services, law enforcement and in the charitable and voluntary sectors. You could also be successful in management, recruitment or human resources. Whether you’re starting a career, developing an existing one or changing direction, a law degree presents many opportunities to you.

The law can, and does, change on a daily basis – that's what makes it such a fascinating and vibrant subject to study. As a law graduate you’ll be a creative problem solver and an effective researcher, with the ability to interpret, analyse and critique complex information. You’ll have highly developed written and oral communication skills and be able to formulate reasoned arguments and challenge decisions. You gain a valuable suite of skills and attributes, and develop the confidence, adaptability and resilience to succeed in your chosen career.

Studying law at Teesside isn’t all about attending traditional lectures and sitting exams. We recognise that students learn in different ways and our innovative teaching and learning approaches, and diverse assessment methods prepare you for the 21st century workplace.

You have the opportunity to spend time in our replica court room which has the features of a modern court and offers invaluable courtroom experience in first-class facilities.

Gain real-world experience and empower members of the public to access justice by providing pro bono legal advice in our award-winning Law Clinic, which works in partnership with lawyers, charities and voluntary organisations. This experience gives you chance to develop skills, experience and knowledge of law which are crucial to any future career in legal practice, and transferrable in careers beyond law.

We have strong employment links with law firms, charities and voluntary sector organisations in our region which provide unique employability opportunities. We have an exceptionally talented law team from a variety of backgrounds including the legal profession and academia, enabling you to learn first-hand from their experience.

Top reasons to study this course

• Join a supportive law community: be valued, supported and encouraged to succeed throughout your studies and beyond.
• Gain transferable, in-demand skills: develop a skillset highly valued by a wide range of employers.
• Learn in an inclusive environment: study alongside diverse peers in a supportive and enriching setting.
• Be taught by experts: learn from research-active staff who are highly regarded in their field.
• Career-boosting opportunities: benefit from strong industry links for work experience, placements and job prospects.
• Highly rated teaching: 90.7% of Law students agreed staff were good at explaining things (National Student Survey 2024, tees.ac.uk/source).

Course details

Course structure

Year 1 core modules

• Administrative Law, Civil Liberties and Human Rights
• Constitutional Principles of the UK and the EU
• Criminal Law
• Fundamentals of the English Legal System
• Law of Contract
• Law of Tort

Year 2 core modules

• Dissertation
• European Union Law: Free Movement (Level 5)
• Land Law
• The Law of Equity and Trusts

and one optional module

• Law Clinic
• Law of Civil and Criminal Evidence
• Medical Law
• Welfare and Immigration Law

Modules offered may vary.

How you learn

You learn in interactive lectures, workshops, computer lab sessions and smaller group seminars. Take part in group tasks including debates about contentious issues, problem-based exercises, real-world learning situations, reflective activities, multiple choice best answer questions and self-directed research projects.

All students have the opportunity to develop their practical skills in our award-winning Law Clinic.

How you are assessed

Assessment methods are varied and include essays, problem-solving questions, examinations, presentations, mooting, poster presentations, e-portfolios, reflective tasks and a dissertation. You also undertake formative assessments that do not count towards your overall mark but provide you with feedback to help you realise your full potential.

Entry requirements

Entry requirements

Applicants must have at least a 2.2 honours degree in a non-law subject or another jurisdiction. You must have GCSE English at grade 4 or an equivalent qualification.

International students must obtain IELTS 6.0 (no band less than 5.5) or equivalent, in addition to a non-law subject degree equivalent to a 2.2.

For general information please see our overview of entry requirements.

International applicants can find out what qualifications they need by visiting Your Country.

Employability

Career opportunities

You graduate with the relevant knowledge and skills to pursue a career in law, whether in the legal profession or in subject-related disciplines, including academia.

Information for international applicants

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Useful information

Visit our international pages for useful information for non-UK students and applicants.

Full-time

Entry to academic year

• Fee for UK applicants: £9,535 a year
• Fee for international applicants: £17,000 a year

What is included in your tuition fee?

• Length: 2 years
• UCAS code: M101 LLB/LawGS
• Start date: September
• Semester dates

Part-time

• Not available part-time

Choose Teesside

• iPad: Are you eligible for an iPad, keyboard and up to £300 credit for learning resources?
• Accommodation: Live in affordable accommodation right on-campus - from only £100 a week
• Campus: Study in our town-centre campus with £280m of recent investment.
• Adobe: Study at Europe's first Adobe Creative Campus and develop your creative and digital skills.

Teesside Law Clinic

Teesside University is committed to ensuring our students graduate with the best possible skills for employment in the legal profession. Through Teesside Law Clinic we work in partnership with lawyers, charities and voluntary organisations to provide our students with real opportunities and practical skills in law.

Teesside University Law School

At Teesside University Law School we have over 30 years' experience of delivering high-quality education in the field of law and criminal justice.

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