Program Overview

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Introduction to the LLB (Hons) Law with Psychology Course

The LLB (Hons) Law with Psychology course is designed for individuals who wish to combine their study of law with an exploration of psychology. This degree is compliant with the requirements of the Solicitors Regulation Authority and the Bar Standards Board for the purposes of professional qualification as a solicitor or barrister in England and Wales.

Course Overview

• UCAS code: M1C8 (full-time)
• Level of study: Undergraduate
• Typical offer: 104 - 112 UCAS tariff points
• Start date: September 2026
• Duration: Three years
• Attendance: Full-time
• Course delivery: On-campus (City Campus)

About this Course

Law is at the heart of this course, allowing students to delve into the law while exploring legal, social, and developmental psychology. The course opens the door to a unique blend of legal and psychological expertise. At Nottingham Trent University (NTU), learning means doing, and students will be immersed in a real-world environment, utilizing courtrooms and engaging in opportunities that provide hands-on experience.

Modules

The course includes a range of modules, such as:

• Law in Action
• Law of Contract and Problem Solving
• Legal and Professional Environment
• Public Law and Research Skills
• Introduction to Psychology
• Research Design and Practice (1)
• Studying for Success in the Digital Age
• Civil Practice (including Employer Challenge)
• Criminal Law with Mooting
• International, European and Comparative Law and Group Presentation Skills
• Law of Torts and Legal Reasoning
• Brain, Behaviour and Cognition: Understanding the Mind
• Social Evolution and Individual Development

Core Modules

• Law of Trusts and Advanced Legal Reasoning
• Land Law and Professional Advice
• Studies in Legal Psychology

Psychology Options

• Cyberpsychology
• Mind Reading and Mind Control
• Psychology of Religion
• Psychology of Sex
• Gender, Identity and Body Image

Optional Modules Group One

• Path to Professional Practice
• Law in Practice
• Applied Legal Knowledge (NLS Legal) - Criminal and Business Practice

Optional Modules Group Two

• Commercial Law
• Company Law
• Comparative Law
• Criminology and Criminal Justice
• Critical Legal Thinking
• Current Issues in International Law
• Employment Law
• Law of Evidence
• Family Law
• Human Rights
• Immigration and Asylum Law
• Independent Legal Research Project
• Intellectual Property Law
• International Competition Law
• International Criminal Justice
• International Trade Law
• Laws of Armed Conflict
• Medical Law
• Mooting
• Public International Law
• Sexuality and the Law
• Sports Law
• United States Law

Additional Opportunities

• NLS Legal: The on-campus teaching law firm, where students can work and gain practical experience.
• Support Through Court: A national charity that provides practical and emotional support to people going through court without representation.
• Employer Challenge: An initiative designed to offer students work-like experience during their Law degree.

How You're Taught

Each module is delivered through a series of lectures and linked seminars, providing students with the opportunity to enhance their understanding through further reading and debate. Students will also make use of eLearning activities and focus on project work and the application of their legal knowledge as the course progresses.

Assessment Methods

Students' knowledge and understanding will be assessed by a diverse range of methods, including:

• Oral presentations
• Mooting exercises
• Case analysis
• Research projects
• Group projects
• Problem-solving assignments
• Both seen and unseen examinations

Access to Resources

Nottingham Law School provides access to the Oxford University Press (OUP) online resource - Law Trove, which offers online access to a range of online resources, including over 200 textbooks published by OUP.

Learn a New Language

Students also have the opportunity to learn a new language through the University Language Programme (ULP).

Research-Informed Teaching

The subjects studied are informed by the university's research, ensuring that students gain cutting-edge knowledge in their field.

Contact Hours

This course involves 12 hours of contact teaching per week.

Entry Requirements

UK Students

• Standard offer: 112 UCAS Tariff points from up to four qualifications (two of which must be A-level equivalent)
• Contextual offer: 104 UCAS Tariff points from up to four qualifications (two of which must be A-level equivalent)

International Students

• Academic entry requirements: 112 UCAS Tariff points from up to four qualifications (two of which must be A-level equivalent)
• English language requirements apply

Fees and Funding

UK Students

• Ł9,790 per year (subject to parliamentary procedure)

International Students

• Ł17,950 per year

Careers and Employability

A Law degree is highly valued and provides a solid foundation for a variety of careers. Upon completion of the degree, students can choose to apply for courses preparing them for the Solicitors Qualifying Exam or the LLM Barristers Training Course (BTC) or PGDip BTC for intending barristers.

Campus and Facilities

Nottingham Law School is based in the Chaucer building on the City Campus, providing fantastic facilities and accommodation just a few minutes' walk from everything Nottingham has to offer. The Law School has invested in a mock courtroom, a family courtroom, and four mooting rooms to enhance students' mooting and advocacy experience in an authentic environment.

Applying

Students can apply through UCAS or directly to the university. Personal statement guidance is available, and application support can be provided through the university's online form or by calling the admissions team.