Scots Law

The LLB (Hons) Scots Law programme at the University of Dundee offers students a comprehensive and in-depth understanding of the fundamental principles and practices of Scots Law, providing a robust foundation for a future career in legal practice, academia, or related fields. Throughout the course, students will explore a wide range of legal areas including constitutional law, contract law, criminal law, property law, family law, and administrative law, alongside specialized modules that highlight the unique aspects of Scots legal tradition. The programme emphasizes critical thinking, analytical skills, and practical application, enabling students to interpret legislation, evaluate legal arguments, and develop effective advocacy skills.

Students benefit from a dynamic learning environment that combines lectures, seminars, case studies, and immersive legal exercises. The curriculum is designed to integrate theoretical understanding with practical experience, preparing graduates to meet the challenges of a rapidly evolving legal landscape. The University of Dundee's Law School is renowned for its supportive academic community, experienced faculty, and strong links with the legal profession, providing students with opportunities for networking, placements, and internships.

Additionally, the programme includes opportunities to engage in moot court competitions, legal research projects, and workshops that foster essential skills such as negotiation, interpretation, and writing. The university's modern facilities and extensive resources ensure students have access to up-to-date legal databases, libraries, and technological tools to enhance their learning experience. Graduates of the Scots Law programme are well-equipped to pursue professional legal qualifications, enter legal practice as solicitors or advocates, or undertake further postgraduate study. Overall, this programme aims to develop highly competent, ethical, and reflective legal professionals ready to contribute effectively to the legal system and society at large.

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

- 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

- 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

- 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.