Law affects every aspect of our lives: from our relationships with other people, to our interactions with shops, banks, companies and governments. Studying law enables you to understand how societies are regulated and how you can change it.

Our LLB Law (Senior Status) is designed for those with an existing degree in any discipline and provides a comprehensive training in law over a concentrated two-year period.

At Essex we teach the law that matters, with a concern for the demands of justice and commerce. We combine a rigorous legal training with opportunities for developing your practical expertise, and you learn to analyse the law of England and Wales in relation to its European and international frameworks and to apply it in practice.

As a law student, not only will you learn legal rules, but you will also consider the function of law in society, the philosophy of law, policy issues and law reform. You cover all the key areas of law including:

Property law, land law, equity and trusts

Law of the European Union

Contract law and tort law

Criminal law

Public law

We are ranked 49th for Law in THE World University Rankings by subject 2024, which is 9th in the UK.

At Essex, we don't simply prepare you to for the legal profession. We equip you with the skills and knowledge to become an agent for change, whatever career path you choose.