English Law

The LLB Law (Honours) at the University of Dundee offers an engaging and comprehensive legal education designed to prepare students for a wide range of career opportunities within the legal profession and beyond. This undergraduate degree provides a thorough grounding in the principles and practices of English law, combining core legal subjects with opportunities for specialization and research. Throughout the programme, students will develop critical thinking, analytical skills, and a strong understanding of the legal system which are essential for effective legal practice or further postgraduate study.

The curriculum covers key areas such as Contract Law, Criminal Law, Public Law, and Property Law, alongside modules in Tort Law, Equity and the Law of Trusts, and European Union Law. Additionally, students can choose from optional modules tailored to interests such as International Law, Environmental Law, Human Rights Law, or Commercial Law, allowing for a customized educational experience. The programme emphasizes both theoretical understanding and practical skills, including problem-solving, legal research, and advocacy, vital for success in legal careers.

Teaching methods at Dundee combine lectures, seminars, tutorials, and practical workshops, facilitating active learning and close interaction with faculty members, many of whom are experts in their fields. The university also encourages students to participate in moot courts, internships, and pro bono activities, providing valuable real-world experience. The programme prepares graduates to meet the requirements for the Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE) or Bar Professional Training Course (BPTC), facilitating entry into the legal profession.

Furthermore, the University of Dundee's strong links with legal practitioners and institutions offer students networking opportunities and insights into current industry developments. The programme also supports postgraduate pathways, including the LLM in Law or further professional legal training. Graduates of the Dundee Law programme benefit from a well-rounded legal education, enabling them to pursue careers in law firms, the judiciary, government agencies, academia, or international organizations. The university’s commitment to academic excellence and employability ensures that graduates are well-prepared to meet the demands of a competitive legal landscape.

Detailed Course Facts

• EUR 2060 Year (EEA)
• EUR 10420 Year (Non-EEA)

Tuition fees are approximate and dependent upon currency exchange rates.

• English

Course Content

Level 1 (120 Credits)

- English Law of Contract (20/1)

- English Law of Tort (20/1)

- English Criminal Law (20/1)

- Legal Method and Systems (20/1)

- Law and Society (20/1)

- Constitutional Law (20/1)

Level 2 (120 Credits)

- English Law of Equity and Trusts (20/1)

- English Law of Property (20/1)

- 20 credit Level 2 subject (20/1)

- 10 credit Level 2 subject (20/1)

- EC Law (20/1)

- Administrative Law (20/1)

- Evidence (20/1)

Level 3 (120 Credits)

A choice of 4 subjects (4 x 30 credits)

- Commercial Contracts

- Consumer Protection

- Conveyancing Practice

- Criminal Justice

- Critical Legal Theory

- Employment Law

- English Law of Obligations

- English Criminal Law & Process

- European Law and Institutions

- Family, Law and Society

- International Human Rights Law

- International Private Law

- Introduction to Legal History

- Penology

- Planning Law

- Public International Law - International Conflict

- Reparation

- Roman Law

Level 4 (120 Credits)

A choice of 2 subjects (2 x 30 credits) and Dissertation (60 credits)

- Company Law

- Comparative Charity Law

- English Law of Trusts and Land

- Environmental Law

- Gender and the Law

- Human Rights

- Intellectual Property Law

- International Criminal Law

- Public International Law - Marine Resources

- Medicine and the Law

- Nationality and Immigration Law

Requirements

- Minimum Requirements:

SQA Higher, first sitting: AABB/ABBBB

SQA Higher, two sittings: AABBB/ABBBBB

GCE A-Level: ABB (excluding General Studies)

ILC Higher: AABB/ABBBB

IB Diploma: 32 points with 6, 5, 5 at HL

- Essential Subjects:

English at B (Higher, ILC H, HL) or English or a literary subject at B (AS) and mathematics or a science (SG at 2, Int2 at B, GCSE at B, Ord at B, SL at 5).

- Advanced Entry (to level 2):

Advanced entry to second year (level 2) is not available on the basis of Advanced Highers or A-Levels or HND.

Work Experience

No work experience is required.

Related Scholarships*

• Academic Excellence Scholarship

  "The Academic Excellence Scholarship can provide up to a 50 % reduction in tuition per semester. These scholarships will be renewed if the student maintains superior academic performance during each semester of their 3-year Bachelor programme. The scholarship will be directly applied to the student’s tuition fees."

• Access Bursary

  Bursary for UK students all subjects where the variable tuition fee rate is payable.

• Alumni Bursary

  Alumni Bursary for UK Undergraduate students

* The scholarships shown on this page are suggestions first and foremost. They could be offered by other organisations than University of Dundee.

Accreditation

Professional Accreditation:

Law Society and Bar Council.