Law (Scots and English) Dual Qualifying

The Dual Qualifying Law (Scots and English) program at the University of Dundee offers students a comprehensive legal education that combines the distinct legal traditions of Scotland and England. Designed for individuals seeking a deep understanding of both legal systems, this programme provides a unique opportunity to qualify as a solicitor or advocate in both jurisdictions upon graduation. The course curriculum integrates core legal principles, statutory laws, case law, and practical skills relevant to both Scots law and English law, enabling graduates to operate effectively across the UK’s diverse legal landscape. Students will engage with a wide range of modules, including Contract Law, Criminal Law, Property Law, Tort Law, and Constitutional Law, tailored to cover the nuances of each legal system.

Throughout the program, students benefit from experienced faculty, interactive lectures, and practical workshops that develop critical thinking, legal research, and advocacy skills. The programme emphasizes contemporary legal issues such as human rights, criminal justice, and commercial law, preparing graduates for a variety of legal careers within private practice, public sector, or as legal advisors. The dual qualification pathway involves meeting accreditation standards set by the Law Society of Scotland and other relevant authorities, ensuring graduates meet all the requirements to practice law in both jurisdictions.

The University of Dundee provides a supportive academic environment with state-of-the-art facilities, including dedicated legal research centers and moot courtrooms, fostering a rich learning experience. Students are encouraged to undertake work placements and internships, gaining firsthand experience in legal firms, courts, and organizations, which significantly enhances employability upon graduation. The tightly integrated curriculum and extracurricular activities aim to produce well-rounded legal professionals equipped with knowledge, skills, and ethical grounding necessary for successful careers in the legal sector. Graduates of this dual qualification programme leave equipped to navigate the complexities of UK law confidently and are well-positioned for professional accreditation and diverse legal roles across Scotland and England.

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)

- Scots Law of Contract (20/1)

- Scots Law of Delict (20/1)

- Constitutional Law (20/1)

- Legal Method and Systems (20/1)

- Law and Society (20/1)

- Scots Criminal Law (20/1)

Level 2 (120 Credits)

- Family Law (20/1)

- Mercantile Law (20/1)

- Scottish Property Law (20/1)

- Revenue (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 (compulsory for dual qualifying degree)

- English Criminal Law & Process (compulsory for dual qualifying degree)

- 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

- Scots Professional Practice (compulsory for those wanting to qualify in Scotland)

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 (compulsory for dual qualifying degree)

- 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