Program Overview

Introduction to the LLB Law Program

The LLB Law program at the University of Strathclyde is a comprehensive and award-winning course that equips students with the knowledge, skills, and expertise necessary to succeed in the legal profession. The program is recognized by the Law Society of Scotland as a Foundation program, being one part of the route to qualification as a solicitor in Scotland.

Key Facts

• UCAS Code: M114
• Accreditation: Law Society of Scotland and Faculty of Advocates
• International experience: Study at partner law schools in Toronto, Maastricht, and Copenhagen
• Part-time study: Available, normally taking six years (five for graduate entrants)

Study with Us

Studying an LLB Law at the University of Strathclyde means learning at an award-winning academic institution. The university is the only institution to have won the Times Higher Education University of the Year award twice (2012/2019). Students gain practical court-room experience through the Mooting Society, benefit from high-quality research-led teaching, develop practical legal skills by applying to become a member of Scotland's largest student-run Law Clinic, and have the opportunity to study abroad at partner law schools.

Course Content

The LLB Law program covers a wide range of subjects, from the basic sources of law and the way in which they are used, to analysis of the major issues facing a particular area of law at any given time. The course includes:

• Year 1: Legal Processes and Systems, Law of Persons, Criminal Law and Evidence, Constitutional Law, Law of Obligations 1, Law and Society
• Year 2: Law of Property, Law of Obligations 2, Administrative Law and Fundamental Rights, Commercial Law, EU Law, and an elective class
• Year 3: Reflective Report and five electives, which have included subjects like Competition Law, Housing Law, Human Rights Law, Internet Law, and Public International Law
• Year 4: As an Honours student, taking four optional classes as well as writing an 11,000-word dissertation

Learning and Teaching

The program uses a variety of teaching methods, including lectures, tutorials, seminars, and experiences such as the Law Clinic and legal practice. Assessment methods are also diverse, including presentations, moots, case studies, reflective reports, problem questions, class tests, and mock client advice exercises, in addition to exams and coursework.

Entry Requirements

• Highers: Standard entry requirements: AAAAB (1st sitting), AAAABBB (2nd sitting). Minimum entry requirements: ABBBB (1st sitting), AABBBB (2nd sitting)
• A Levels: AAB-BBB
• International Baccalaureate: 34-30
• Irish Leaving Certificate: Two H2 passes and three H3 passes including English
• HND: Legal Services: Year 1 entry, AAA in Graded Units
• International students: View the entry requirements for your country
• Deferred Entry: Not normally accepted

Fees and Funding

• Scotland: £1,820
• England, Wales & Northern Ireland: £9,535
• Republic of Ireland: If you are an Irish citizen and have been ordinary resident in the Republic of Ireland for the three years prior to the relevant date, and will be coming to Scotland for Educational purposes only, you will meet the criteria of England, Wales & Northern Ireland fee status
• International: £23,850
• University preparation programme fees: International students can find out more about the costs and payments of studying a university preparation programme at the University of Strathclyde International Study Centre
• Additional costs: Course materials: No additional costs for law modules and all compulsory material is in the library. Study abroad: If a student is studying abroad, they are responsible for all costs. International students: International students may have associated visa and immigration costs

Careers

Most Strathclyde LLB graduates enter the legal profession after completing the Diploma in Professional Legal Practice and a two-year traineeship in a law firm. Trained Scottish lawyers are increasingly in demand in England and abroad. Jobs directly related to a law degree include solicitor (Scotland), advocate (Scotland), and company secretary. The understanding of legal implications and obligations, combined with the ability to apply this knowledge in practice, is valuable in many parts of the public, private, and voluntary sectors. Skills for your CV include research skills, evaluation skills, analytical skills, reasoning and critical judgement skills, and the ability to formulate sound arguments.

Discover Uni

86% of students were satisfied overall with their course. 86% of students say teaching staff have supported their learning well. 89% were in work or doing further study 15 months after the course. For more official course information, visit Discover Uni.