Law

At a glance

Course Details

Overview

The Law degree at Bradford provides a stimulating, rewarding and holistic approach to the study of the subject as well as opportunities to develop a variety of transferable skills that will be highly regarded by future employers in the legal profession or elsewhere.

You will be studying Law within Bradford University Law School, part of the prestigious Bradford University School of Management which is ranked as one of the top 10 business schools in the UK in the 2010 Financial Times European Business School rankings.

Our LLB Law degree has been specially designed to enable you to take the seven foundation subjects specified by the Solicitors Regulation Authority and the Bar Standards Board. Graduates will have completed the 'Academic Stage of Training' stipulated by the professional bodies and can proceed directly to the vocational stage of training (the Legal Practice Course or the Bar Professional Training Course). Students on other programmes incorporating law may be able to acquire partial exemption from the academic stage of training.

Special Features

Personal Development for a Successful Career Path

Personal development that in its turn will help carve out a successful career path is a key benefit of the LLB Law programme for 19-year-old Rebekah Isaacs-Sodeye.

"It has always been about law for me, from an early age, and this course has an interesting structure - especially in the first year of study when tutorials involve practical exercises.

"It's great to be at the School of Management with its new ideas. It is attractive to be part of this growing University.  Studying at Bradford has been interesting because of the different people I have met.  Group work and other course-related meetings have given me the chance to hear different perspectives on legal subjects.

"Meeting barristers from regional chambers really encouraged and enlightened me, helping me to stay focused and determined about my goal of becoming a successful barrister.

"I feel my time at Bradford has helped my personal development more than anything else, and by developing myself, I am more able to go on and achieve my professional plans.

"Events I have attended at the University have been the highlight of my time here.  The ACS and Salem Christian Fellowship have hosted exciting events where I have been able to meet people and socialise.

"For any newcomers to the School, I would say be active and involve yourself in whatever activities are being suggested by the lecturers and tutors.  Also, attend whatever workshops are appropriate to your course, because they are surprisingly helpful and can point you in the right direction if you need some guidance."

Rebekah Isaacs-Sodeye  -  LLB (Hons) Law

Aims

The LLB (Hons) is a qualifying law degree - this course satisfies the compulsory requirements for entry to the next stage of training to become a lawyer in England and Wales

Law touches on all aspects of our lives and, more often than not, planning to avoid legal problems is more important than using the law to resolve disputes.

The course will help you, on successful completion of postgraduate training, to become a solicitor or barrister, or proceed to a range of other careers within the legal profession and beyond.

As well as compulsory modules covering core subjects and skills, as a guide, other modules could include Company Law, Family Law, Employment Law, Commercial Law, Law and Literature, Sport and the Law, Intellectual Property, and International Law.

Career Outcome

After a period of postgraduate professional training, you may be admitted to practice as a solicitor or barrister. (NB Holders of LLB degrees are required to complete the postgraduate Legal Practice Certificate or Bar Vocational Course.)

Alternatively, you may be employed by organisations such as building societies, insurance companies or other financial services institutions.

You may enter business and commerce, the civil service, local government, the police force, politics, the media, or go on to postgraduate legal study.

The University has an excellent graduate employment record.

Entrance Requirements

Our typical offer is:

LLB Law
300 points (e.g. B,B,B) to include a minimum of 200 gained from 2 GCE A levels (or a double award GCE A level). There are no essential subject requirements at A level. GCSE English grade C or above is required. Points awarded for Key Skills units may count towards the required overall points score.

BA Business Studies and Law
300 points (e.g. B,B,B). There are no specific subject requirements though you must have a GCSE pass in English and Mathematics at grade C or above. Points awarded for Key Skills units may count towards the required overall points score.

Full-time Study

All applications, including Foundation Degrees, must be submitted via UCAS's (Universities and Colleges Admissions Service) online facility.

Your school or college will be able to advise you about making your application. Alternatively, full instructions can be found at: www.ucas.com

UCAS also provides a comprehensive guide called Applying Online which can be downloaded from the same web address.

If you are not currently at school or college, or have difficulty obtaining relevant literature, UCAS can be contacted directly:

• Tel: 0871 468 0468
• Email: enquiries@ucas.ac.uk
• Website: www.ucas.com