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BA LLB (Hons) Law

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Course Overview

Are you considering a career in a law-related profession but need additional skills support before starting a university law course? Our LLB (Hons) Law with Foundation Year is designed precisely for people like you. In the foundation year, you'll gain essential academic skills and subject knowledge to help you succeed as a university law student. This pathway is perfect if you don't meet standard UK University entry requirements or if it's been a while since you were in formal education and need to refresh your study skills.

This course is an excellent choice if you aspire to become a solicitor or barrister. It covers foundational legal knowledge and reflects recent changes to professional practice qualifications. You'll have the opportunity to choose from distinct degree pathways to prepare for the Solicitors' Qualifying Examination (SQE 1) or the Bar, including an International Bar pathway for those interested in more globally focused modules. This flexibility ensures that you receive an education tailored to your career aspirations in the legal field.

Course details and modules

Foundation year modules are designed to provide the additional support and skills needed to start higher education, ensuring you can complete your full law degree with confidence. After completing the foundation year, you will seamlessly transition to the first level of the full degree course.

At the start of level 6, you will have the opportunity to choose a degree pathway that aligns with your career goals, whether it’s the Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE), the Bar, or the International Bar. We offer workshops detailing each pathway or course available with one of our partners, along with comprehensive guidance and support from our team, to help you make the right choice for your future.
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SQE pathway

If you aim to qualify as a solicitor in the UK, this pathway provides the essential knowledge and skills required to successfully attempt SQE1. Additionally, you will have the chance to expand your expertise by choosing from a variety of elective modules.
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Bar pathway

Designed for students aiming to qualify as a barrister, this pathway includes EU Law, a crucial subject required by the Bar Standards Board as part of the Foundations of Legal Knowledge. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to expand your expertise by selecting from a variety of elective modules.‍

International Bar pathway

With its internationally focused curriculum, this pathway is ideal for students who wish to practice law outside of the UK. The pathway follows a set syllabus, eliminating the need for additional optional modules, and culminates in the Legal Dissertation module. Law degrees command high respect across various sectors because they impart broader skills, such as critical thinking, effective communication, and presentation abilities.

Course Features

Final Award: BA LLB (Hons) Law
Duration: 4 Years with Foundation
Study Mode: Full Time, Part Time
Start Date: Multiple start dates throughout the year
Class Schedule: On-Campus, Online
Campus: Dependent on University you are accepted to.

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.
  • Applicants aged 21 and above, who may not meet the standard entry requirements, could still be eligible for admission if they have at least three years of relevant work experience. This experience should showcase transferable skills and knowledge, including effective communication, efficient time management, strong organisational abilities, and the ability to work collaboratively within a team.
English proficiency
  • IELTS 5.5 (no less than 5.0 in any element); or TOEFL iBT 80; or equivalent
  • Alternatively, evidence you have previously studied in English, such as a letter to show that the Medium of Instruction was in English can be accepted.
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