Scots Law with Spanish

The LLB (Hons) Scots Law with Spanish at the University of Dundee offers students a comprehensive and in-depth understanding of Scots law while enhancing their language skills and cultural knowledge through the study of Spanish. This innovative combined programme is designed to prepare students for a wide range of careers in legal practice, academia, public service, and international law, where bilingual capabilities and cross-cultural understanding are highly valued. Throughout the course, students engage with core areas of Scots law, including contract law, criminal law, property law, and constitutional law, gaining practical skills in legal reasoning, research, and analysis. The inclusion of Spanish language modules allows students to develop fluency in Spanish, alongside their legal studies, opening doors to opportunities within international legal contexts, multinational organizations, and legal services in Spanish-speaking countries. The programme is structured to provide a balance between legal theory and practical application, incorporating case studies, moot courts, and internships that enhance employability skills. Students benefit from experienced faculty members, modern facilities, and a diverse international community, fostering a stimulating environment for academic and personal growth. By combining rigorous legal education with language acquisition, the LLB (Hons) Scots Law with Spanish equips graduates with unique skills that are sought after worldwide. The programme also emphasizes critical thinking, ethical considerations in law, and an understanding of European and international legal frameworks. Upon completion, students will have the qualification necessary for admission to the Scottish legal profession, as well as the skills needed to operate effectively in international legal settings. Whether aiming to pursue a career as a solicitor, barrister, legal advisor, or international diplomat, graduates of this programme will have a distinctive edge in the competitive global job market, with the ability to communicate confidently in both English and Spanish and to navigate complex legal systems with cultural sensitivity and professionalism.

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)

- Scots Criminal Law (20/1)

- Practical Language 1 (40/1)

- Legal Method & Systems (20/1)

- Constitutional Law (20/1)

Level 2 (120 Credits)

- Family Law (20/2)

- Mercantile Law (20/2)

- Scottish Property Law (20/2)

- Evidence (10/2)

- Revenue (10/1)

- Practical Language 2 (40/2)

- Administrative Law (20/2)

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).

Additionally for Law with Languages, Higher at B or A-L at C in the appropriate language.

- 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.

Want to improve your English level for admission?

Prepare for the program requirements with English Online by the British Council.

• ✔️ Flexible study schedule
• ✔️ Experienced teachers
• ✔️ Certificate upon completion

📘 Recommended for students with an IELTS level of 6.0 or below.

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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