Law degrees

Explore the role of law in every aspect of life and society. Our different types of law degree feature modules shaped by law lecturers’ genuine interests so they bring real experience into the classroom - asking you to consider both the political and social context of the law alongside studying the rules of law.

Our qualifying law degrees combine academic study with opportunities to experience law in practice, preparing you for a career as a legal professional or as a legal specialist within an organisation.

  • Our undergraduate law courses are joint 21st in England for teaching quality in the Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2024.

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Undergraduate degrees

Studying law at university will prepare you for a legal career as well as broader skills in analysis, logical reasoning and critical thinking - all of which are highly sought after in many careers.

Recognised by the Solicitors Regulation Authority as ‘Qualifying Law Degrees’ for 2025 entrants, all our law degrees also cover the foundations of legal knowledge required by the Bar Standards Board to satisfy the academic stage of training for barristers.

Our foundations of legal knowledge modules are also aligned with the Solicitors Qualifying Exam (SQE), providing a solid base for you to prepare for SQE1 should you wish to qualify on the new solicitor’s route.

Postgraduate degree

Our postgraduate law degree course supports a career change to a solicitor or barrister.

Recognised by the Solicitors Regulation Authority as ‘Qualifying Law Degrees’ for 2021 entrants, our Law CPE and LLM Law Conversion courses cover the foundations of legal knowledge required by the Bar Standards Board to satisfy the academic stage of training for barristers.

Our foundations of legal knowledge modules are also aligned with the Solicitors Qualifying Exam (SQE), providing a solid base for you to prepare for SQE1 should you wish to qualify on the new solicitor’s route.

PhD degrees

Research and knowledge exchange at the School of Business and Law are deeply rooted in the mission to promote responsible enterprise for a fairer society. We offer a wide variety of PhDs subjects at the School of Business and Law.

We also have research centres and groups which focus on the School’s particular strength in Innovation Management and Entrepreneurship, Corporate Social Responsibility and Social Justice as well as Tourism and Sustainability.

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Experience law in practice

Practical legal experience is embedded in our law degree courses, and we also offer extracurricular opportunities to gain Qualifying Work Experience. You can help the local community access free legal advice through initiatives such as our CLOCK Legal Companion Scheme or working in our pro bono Legal Clinic.

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Paid work placements

When studying law at university you'll have the opportunity to take a year-long paid placement where you can apply your learning, build your work experience, life skills and network.

Students in the past have completed placements at Oracle, HM Prison Service, the Home Office, IBM, the House of Lords and Acumen Business Law.

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Learn from the experts

Our courses reflect current leading law research and practice in innovative ways. You'll be taught by a team who often balance teaching with external positions in law firms and chambers, and research.

This brings emphasis on exploring the relationship between law and justice in a social context, as well as networking and employment opportunities to our students.

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Our Law degrees are recognised by the Solicitors Regulation Authority and the Bar Standards Board.

Our foundations of legal knowledge modules at all levels of study are aligned with the Solicitors Qualifying Exam (SQE), providing a solid base for you to prepare for SQE1 should you wish to qualify on the new solicitor’s route.

Our LLB degrees and LLM Law Conversion courses also cover the foundations of legal knowledge required by the Bar Standards Board to satisfy the academic stage of training for barristers.

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What our graduates say

Jade Chalker

Jade Chalker, Law LLB(Hons) and International Law and Social Justice LLM

"I chose to study law as it helps you to think from a different perspective.

"At an undergraduate level, you’re learning the basics of law. These include the areas that everyone pursuing a law career needs to know. Studying at a master’s level is much more complex and specific. You'll be looking more in depth at an area of law and the jurisprudence behind it."

Jessica Akinboyewa

Jessica Akinboyewa, Law with Business LLB(Hons)

"I want to become a barrister and this course has given me the awareness of what is required of me in the future, and to understand what area of law I want to practice.

My law tutors were extremely helpful and made me open to a lot of opportunities I wasn't aware of.

Zoe Bowler

Zoe Bowler, Law with Criminology LLB(Hons)

"At university I took the time to work ‘smart’ through my studies and used every opportunity to learn.

"Achieving a first in my degree showcased my true potential and I was given the opportunity to attend a vacation scheme with city law firm Charles Russell Speechlys. Through this I was offered a training contract.

What jobs can I do with a law degree or masters?

Many of the skills you’ll gain are transferable so there are many jobs where your qualification would be useful.

10 jobs you could do with a law degree or masters

  • Barrister
  • Solicitor
  • Paralegal
  • Company secretary
  • Licensed conveyancer
  • Consumer rights adviser
  • Probation officer
  • Legal executive
  • Customs officer
  • Politician.

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