Law

Programme Title: LLB (Hons) Law

Programme Description:

The LLB (Hons) Law at Glasgow Caledonian University offers a comprehensive and dynamic legal education designed to prepare students for a wide range of careers within the legal profession and beyond. This programme provides a solid foundation in core legal principles, alongside opportunities to explore specialist areas such as criminal law, contract law, human rights law, and constitutional law. Delivered by experienced academics and legal practitioners, the course combines theoretical knowledge with practical skills, equipping graduates to excel in competitive environments.

Students will engage in a range of learning activities, including lectures, seminars, group work, and practical exercises such as mooting and client interviewing. The programme emphasizes critical thinking, analytical skills, and ethical understanding, fostering a deep appreciation of the role law plays in society. Emphasis is placed on employability, with modules designed to develop skills relevant to legal practice, such as legal research, writing, and advocacy.

The programme also offers flexible learning pathways, including opportunities for placements, internships, and study abroad, allowing students to gain real-world experience and international perspectives. With accreditation from relevant professional bodies, the LLB (Hons) Law prepares students for further qualification as solicitors or advocates, or for careers in fields such as business, government, and non-profit organizations. The vibrant campus environment and strong links with legal employers provide students with networking opportunities and support throughout their studies.

Graduates from the programme have gone on to successful careers in law firms, policing, public sector organizations, and international institutions. The programme's focus on practical skills, professional standards, and critical awareness makes it an ideal choice for ambitious individuals seeking to make a positive impact in the legal field and related areas.

Detailed Course Facts

• GBP 1820 Year (EEA)
• GBP 10200 Year (International)

• English

Course Content

Year 1: Introduction to Legal Systems and Study; Criminal Law and Evidence; Public Law; Scots Law; Human Rights and Accountability; Obligations; Trusts, Succession and Family Law.

Year 2: Commercial Law; Legal Skills and IT Law; EU Law; Law for the Built and Natural Environment and an additional module from a choice of options.

Year 3: Jurisprudence and Social Theory, and a choice of law options including: Communications Law and Regulation; Employment Law; Evidence and Forensic Identification; Health Care Law and Ethics; Immigration and Asylum Law; International Economic Law; Internet Law and Business; Mediation and Monitoring; Professional Links; Sports Law and one non-law option from a choice of modules.

Year 4: Honours dissertation combined with choice of law options including: Advanced Commercial Law; Advanced Health Care Law and Ethics; Advanced Jurisprudence; Competition Law; Contemporary Issues in Delict; Contemporary Issues in International Law; Contract Negotiation and Drafting; Foundations of Law; Human Rights and Public Interest; Globalisation and International Institutions; International Contract Law; Law of International Trade: Modern Approaches to Islamic Business Law and one non-law option from a choice of modules.

English Language Requirements

IELTS band : 7

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Requirements

Higher: AABBC/AABBB, A Level: AAB,ILC: AABBBB, IB Diploma: 26 points.(Fast-track: 2:1 honours degree. A 2:2degree or unclassified degree with anaverage of 65% may be considered).

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 Glasgow Caledonian University.

Funding

GCU has a variety of scholarships available for new and continuting students.

Accreditation

GCU is accredited by the Law Society of Scotland as a provider of the LLB, Bachelor of Laws which, together with other training, is the main route for entry to the solicitors' profession.