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Bachelor of Law (with Honours) - LLB (Hons)
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3 Years
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Bachelor of Law (with Honours) - LLB (Hons)
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Full Time
SEP-25
3 Years
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Our undergraduate LLB Law degree immerses you in the intricate study of Law in theory and practice.Studying for an undergraduate Law degree is an intellectually demanding, thought-provoking and exciting experience, which will help you to think logically, communicate clearly and develop a critical attitude to law. Our unique undergraduate Law programmes at Birmingham Law School are designed to provide both a strong academic experience as well as vocational development; a balance that’s highly sought after by employers in both law and non-law sectors. You will also have the flexibility to specialise more and more as you progress to really focus on what interests you, with opportunities to study anything from Cyber Law to Environmental Law.For almost 100 years Birmingham Law School have made a major contribution to teaching and scholarship, and you’ll learn from prestigious academics who are working at the top of their field influencing law and policy around the world.
Why study this course?Real-world opportunities- UoB placement schemes, annual law fairs, and visits to leading firms connect you to the sector. Our Centre for Employability, Professional Legal Education and Research (CEPLER) runs pro bono groups, mooting competitions, and more.
Extensive choice of modules- You can tailor your undergraduate Law degree to suit your interests in the final year with our vast range of optional modules including topics such as Counter Terrorism Law, Advocacy and Employment Law in Practice.
Optional year abroad opportunities- Study overseas at a partner institution and experience an incredible new culture, an alternative perspective on Law, and a different academic environment. Undergraduate Law students have had the opportunity to study all over the world in countries including Canada, Australia, Singapore, Hong Kong, France, Germany and Japan.
Employment opportunities- As the 3rd most targeted University for Graduate Employability in the 2023 High Fliers Report, recent Law graduates have gone on to work for companies including Eversheds, Pinsent Masons, Gowling WLG and HSBC. 89% of our law students are in work or further study 15 months after graduation (Graduate Outcomes Survey 2022).
Change the world- Join 1 of 14 Pro Bono Projects including supporting the work of the Amicus Charity helping secure equal access to justice for those facing the death penalty in the United States or Our Environmental Law Matters research team informing policy on electric car battery recycling.
Supporting diversity in the sector- All Birmingham Students' are members of the Birmingham Law Society, the largest and most diverse Law society outside of London.
Top 25 for Law in The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 202425th for Law (Joint) in The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2024Exam type
A levelA level:
AAA Grades / Points required
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal:
Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:
32 Grades / Points required
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):
D*D*D* Grades / Points required
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015):
Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.
We prefer applications from students offering at least two A levels from our list of preferred subjects:Accounting, Ancient History, Anthropology, Archaeology, Biology, Business Studies, Chemistry, Classical Civilisation, Computing, Drama and Theatre Studies, Economics, English Language, English Language and Literature, English Literature, Environmental Science, Environmental Studies, Further Mathematics, Geography, Geology, Government and Politics, History, History of Art, Human Biology, Law, Mathematics, Medieval History, Modern or Classical Languages, Music, Philosophy, Physics, Psychology, Religious Studies, Sociology, Statistics, World DevelopmentWe are happy to accept any subject as the third A level (excluding General Studies and Critical Thinking). If you are not studying an A level combination that includes two of these subjects, please contact the Law School.
Accepted in place of A levels with the following grade equivalencies: D2 = A*; D3 = A; M2 = B. Combinations of A levels and Principle subjects are accepted. NB required subjects must be offered (see A level Section)
6,6,6 in Higher Level subjects.
• BTEC Extended Diploma in the following subject areas will be considered: Business and Law. Grades required - D*D*D*. Other BTEC Extended Diplomas may be considered if offered alongside an A level in one of our preferred subjects.• BTEC Subsidiary Diploma in Business or Law combined with two A levels (from our list of preferred subjects) and BTEC Diploma in Business or Law combined with an A level in one of our preferred subjects will be considered.• Other BTEC subjects combined with A levels are considered on a case by case basis provided there is an appropriate subject combination.
Accepted in place of a non-required A level with the equivalent grade.
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£9,250 per year
Students from England
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£9,250 per year
Students from Scotland
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£9,250 per year
Students from Wales
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£9,250 per year
Students from Northern Ireland
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£9,250 per year
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