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Law (with integrated foundation year) LLB

University of Cumbria

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  • Qualification

    Bachelor of Law - LLB

  • Location

    Lancaster

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    15-SEP-25

  • Duration

    4 Years

Course summary

Study at the North West's Top Law School according to the Guardian League Tables 2022.Our law degree is recognised by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) and The Bar Standards Board, and hence will facilitate your journey to becoming a solicitor or a barrister, or a broader range of careers.On this course, you'll learn about the law and legal skills such as how to interview clients. You’ll take part in mock court cases (civil and criminal) and work on real-life legal problems.


Course Overview

You’ll gain a strong foundation in legal knowledge and skills relevant to careers in the legal profession and many other areas of employment. There is a focus on work experience and professional mentors, thanks to our industry links.Public speaking events, mock trials, and student competitions will further boost your skills. Throughout, you’ll be taught by tutors with experience of working in law, who will provide the support and knowledge to ensure you stay on track.


On this course you will...

- Have access to our law team consisting of former practising solicitors and barristers with national and international experience.- Have access to the criminal courts for mock trials, presided over by real judges.- You’ll have the option to do a placement in a local law firm or legal service provider so you get work-based learning.- Be able to use our connection with local law firms and legal service providers and strong working relationship with Solicitors Regulator Authority and the Law Society.- Have opportunities to use your academic skills practically via our Street Law project, in which you research and advise on real legal issues to clients in our local community.


What you will learn

On this course, you will gain a strong foundation in legal knowledge and skills relevant to careers in the legal profession and many other areas of employment. There is a focus on work experience and professional mentors, thanks to our industry links.Public speaking events, mock trials, and student competitions will further boost your skills. Throughout, you’ll be taught by tutors with experience of working in law, who will provide the support and knowledge to ensure you stay on track. Note that optional modules will run subject to student numbers'


Year One

- Essential University Skills 1- Contemporary Issues and the Media- Introduction to Policing, Criminology and Law- Essential University Skills 2- Families, Communities & the Criminal Justice System- Professional Practice in the Community


Year Two

- Legal Skills- English and Comparative Legal Systems- Practical Contract Law- Law of Torts- Citizen and State- Persuasive Presentation and Courtroom Skills


Year Three

- Lawyering and Dispute Resolution in a Digital Age- Criminal Law- Land Law- Equity and Trusts- Law of the European Union- Law of Criminal Evidence (optional)- Human Rights (optional)- Family Law (optional)


Year Four

- Law Dissertation- Business Awareness and Employment Practice- Law in Action- Medical Law and Ethics (optional)- Human Rights (optional)- Law Placement (optional) - Law of Criminal Evidence (optional)- Family Law (optional)- Intellectual Property Law (optional)

Application deadline

29 January

Tuition fees

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(International fees)

£ 8,565per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

University information

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University of Cumbria

  • University League Table

    123rd

  • Campus address

    University of Cumbria, Registered Office, Fusehill Street, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA1 2HH, England

Experience the benefits of a large university in a more personalised setting, allowing for a mentored approach to teaching. Your tutor will know you by name.
Teaching is led by lecturers with real-world experience, industry links and involvement in the latest research.
One of the few UK universities with campuses located in or near UNESCO World Heritage sites (the Lake District National Park and Hadrian’s Wall).

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    103rd out of 109 3

  • Entry standards

    / Max 221
    124 56%

    57th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    47.0 47%

    104th

    1
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.38 84%

    3rd

    1

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