Law BA (Hons)
University of the West of Scotland
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Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

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Paisley Campus

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Full Time

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Start date

SEP-25

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Duration

4 Years

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Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

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Law Course Summary This programme will equip you with a solid understanding of how law shapes our society, enabling you to embark on a career in a wide variety of employment sectors. You’ll also learn the knowledge and skills sought after by employers in law-related and business sectors. Plus, our teaching staff will provide a supportive learning environment and a flexible approach to study to help you develop in-depth knowledge of areas related to your future career. Programme Highlights The ...Read more

Law Course Summary This programme will equip you with a solid understanding of how law shapes our society, enabling you to embark on a career in a wide variety of employment sectors. You’ll also learn the knowledge and skills sought after by employers in law-related and business sectors. Plus, our teaching staff will provide a supportive learning environment and a flexible approach to study to help you develop in-depth knowledge of areas related to your future career. Programme Highlights The BA Law programme can be your first step towards a career as a qualified solicitor. You’d then need to complete an LLB degree to be eligible to practice as a solicitor. (*Students wishing to practice as a solicitor in Scotland will need to undertake further degree study - LLB Degree). This programme can help you gain entry to postgraduate legal study, such as an LLM (Master of Laws). This programme will equip you with the knowledge and skills sought after by employers in a variety of law related industries and business sectors. This programme covers a broad range of topics to provide you with a strong understanding of legal knowledge. Flexible study options allow you to develop in-depth legal knowledge and understanding in areas related to your future career. Programme Details You’ll study a variety of topics in the first three years of this programme, including: Introduction to Legal Study and the Legal System Public Law Criminal Law Scots Private Law Corporate Law Employment Law International Human Rights Law During Honours year you’ll complete a dissertation focusing on an area of law that’s linked to your career goals. Careers As a graduate from the BA Law programme, you’ll be equipped for a career in the legal sector and be well-positioned to compete for places on graduate training schemes. Graduates from this programme are likely to find opportunities for employment in a wide range of areas, including citizens’ advice, trading standards, paralegal work, accountancy, human resources, the civil service, local government, legal publishing, academia, the police force, banks, insurance companies, finance companies, manufacturing and trading organisations. Teaching and Assessment You will be taught through a combination of lectures, tutorials and workshops.  There will also be group work and independent learning to ensure you develop transferable skills such as research, presentation, communication and working as part of a team.  Our Law degree is assessed using a variety of methods including:  Written examinations  Coursework  Practical assessment including oral presentations

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CUG Subject Ranking
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Source: Complete University Guide 2025
106th
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
128th
Business Studies
Drop-out rate
Drop-out rate
The percentage of students who didn't finish the course.
Calculated by 100% - (% of students continuing course + % of students completed course)
100 - 82 = 18% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
18%
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Modules

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Entry requirements

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A level

A level:

BCC Grades / Points required

Scottish Higher:

BBBC Grades / Points required

UCAS Tariff:

102 Grades / Points required

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:

24 Grades / Points required

Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017):

H1,H2,H2,H2 Grades / Points required

Pearson BTEC Extended Diploma (QCF):

MMM Grades / Points required

Scottish HNC:

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Scottish HND:

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T Level:

M Grades / Points required

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Entry to Year 2 with one of the following HNC titles: Legal Services; Legal Studies or acceptable equivalent

Entry to Year 3 with one of the following HND titles: Legal Services; Legal Studies or acceptable equivalent

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Tuition fees

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England

£9,250 per year

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Students from England

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This is the fee you pay if you live within England. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

£1,820 per year

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Students from Scotland

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This is the fee you pay if you live within Scotland. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

£9,250 per year

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Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Wales

This is the fee you pay if you live within Wales. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

This is the fee you pay if you live within Wales. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

£9,250 per year

This information comes from UCAS, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Northern Ireland

This is the fee you pay if you live within Northern Ireland. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

This is the fee you pay if you live within Northern Ireland. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

£9,250 per year

This information comes from UCAS, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Channel Islands

This is the fee you pay if you live within Channel Islands. Please note, this is subject to change.

This is the fee you pay if you live within Channel Islands. Please note, this is subject to change.

£16,000 per year

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Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from EU

This is the fee you pay if you live within the European Union. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

This is the fee you pay if you live within the European Union. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

£16,000 per year

This information comes from UCAS, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from International

This is the fee you pay if you are an International student. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

£16000 Per year

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University of the West of Scotland
High Street Paisley Renfrewshire PA1 2BE United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Paisley Canal  0.2 miles away
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