Law LLB (Hons)

• Overview

  Our Law LLB course is accredited by the Solicitors Regulation Authority and Bar Standards Board as a Qualifying Law Degree in England and Wales. The course gives exemption from the academic stage of qualification for both branches of the legal profession. If you are intending to qualify as a solicitor or barrister then this is the course for you.

  The Law team is the current University of Northampton Changemaker Team of the Year.  They received this award for their work in giving students as many opportunities as possible to make a difference in a range of communities such volunteering, our Street Law Project, the Pro Bono Clinic, setting up charities and so much more. The team were commended for “their commitment and passion to all their activities which provide law students with valuable exposure to real life experiences and situations and in no small way ensures that people with access to legal aid can gain justice”.

  We will support you to achieve your career and study ambitions, which is why if you complete our Employability Plus Gold programme or Changemaker Gold certificate alongside your studies and if you haven’t secured full-time employment 12 months after graduating* we will secure a three – six month paid internship for you, or support you into postgraduate study.

  *with a 2:2 degree classification or higher

  Course

  Highlights

  • Optional work placement year available.
  • Pro Bono Clinic work experience available.
  • Accredited by the Solicitors Regulation Authority and Bar Standards Board.
  • Guaranteed paid internship with the Northampton Employment Promise.

  HP Laptop and software included with this course.*

  *Terms and Conditions apply

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• Course Details

  If you choose to study Law with us you will benefit from a varied and imaginative modular scheme that is designed to offer you a wide range of options in addition to the foundation subjects that are required by legal professional bodies. Our approach to teaching and learning is centred around you, we ensure that we teach Law in its social, political, and economic context across all three stages of the course.

  We offer a wide range of additional voluntary activities, such as court visits, mooting, client interviewing and negotiating as part of the Law LLB. There is also the opportunity for you to get involved with our Pro Bono Clinic or join the Student Law Society, which organises social and professional activities that help to prepare you for a legal career. Our Law team has links with organisations such as Northamptonshire Rights and Equality Council and Citizens Advice, allowing you to make valuable contacts and learn from their experiences.

  Our Law team has strong links with the local legal profession and visiting law firms and barristers provide students with career advice.

  Take a look at the blogs written by staff and students in the Law division.

  Information from the Solicitors Regulation Authority

  Currently, if you want to be solicitor in England and Wales you can take a Qualifying Law Degree (usually three years), followed by the Legal Practice Course (one year), followed by a training contract (on the job training secured through a law firm, two years).

  Taking our Qualifying Law Degree enables you to gain an exemption from the current qualification process.

  The Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE) is a centralised assessment for anyone who wants to qualify as a solicitor in England and Wales. It will provide a fair and consistent assessment for all candidates regardless of whether they have taken a law degree or qualified through new routes like the solicitor apprenticeship.

  When will the SQE be introduced?

  The Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) are working towards an introduction date of 2020 and are currently on target to meet it.

  How much will the new system cost?

  There will be the cost for sitting the SQE assessments and the cost of any training courses.

  for the SQE. Information about the cost of the SQE assessments is not yet available because the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) have not decided exactly what the final examinations will look like.

  For more information please visit the SRA website.

  The Faculty of Business and Law is currently monitoring these developments closely with a view to advising students about law career routes. We are also reviewing our curriculum to ensure that our legal education provisions continue to prepare students effectively for legal practice and/or professional careers more widely and will be seeking input from students and other stakeholders into the review process.

  Methods of Learning

  Our Law team uses a variety of teaching methods including face-to-face lectures, seminars, workshops and online materials. You can expect to put in 200 hours of work on each module that you study. You will have two hours of contact time per week with your tutor.

  Assessments

  Assessment methods vary on our Law LLB course. The modules involve a variety of assessment activities including seminar debates, group and individual presentations and project work.

  Extracurricular activities

  • mooting, negotiating and client interviewing take place internally and externally and at competition level. We have previously been successful in national mooting, negotiating and client interviewing competitions.
  • you are encouraged to get involved in law-related volunteering and to participate in the Shoosmiths Link Scheme and the Pro Bono Legal Advice Clinic.
  • you will have the opportunity to take part in Street Law Projects and in research projects as student researchers and develop your academic skills which will also be useful for if you are considering other professions.
  • we host a range of guest lectures and have a thriving Student Law Society which organises social and professional activities.

  Your reading materials are accessible from our library however, you may choose to purchase your own copy of the textbooks.

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  Additional

  Information

  Law teaching and learning at the University of Northampton

  At the University of Northampton we are committed to your learning and use this to shape our teaching of Law in the following ways:

  • Our Law team prides itself on its commitment to students. Tutors are available to support you throughout your academic studies. You can get further academic support through the Learning Development Team. You will also meet with your personal tutor on a regular basis where you can discuss your academic progress and get advice on your future career prospects.
  • We are also firmly committed to the student representative system, as we believe that your opinions and comments are vitally important.
  • We appreciate that many areas of Law need context in order for them to be fully understood and so have shaped our course to reflect this. We actively encourage you to explore law in its wider context, whether this is historical, social, moral or commercial.

• Careers and Events
  • The Northampton Employment Promise.

    *We promise to secure paid experience for you, if you need it.

    We work with employers to understand what they’re looking for and we’re confident that if you follow one of our structured awards, as well as committing to your studies you’ll be in a competitive position when it comes to applying for graduate jobs.

    We’re so confident, that we promise to secure a paid 3-6 month internship for you, if you need it. Find out more about the Northampton Employment Promise, including how it works and who is eligible.

    
  • Open Days

    Discover your Course

    Our Open Days offer you a fantastic opportunity to get a real taste of university life at Northampton and discover how studying here will be a life-changing experience.

    Each Open Day has a packed programme of subjects talks, advice sessions and activities designed to give you all the information you need about studying with us.

    To find out more about the day, please feel free to have a look at our Open Day Guide.

    
  • Student Story

    Toby Cadman

    Since graduating from the University of Northampton in 2009 after studying his Master of Laws (LLM), Toby has gone on to become an internationally recognised law specialist in the area of war crimes, extradition and human rights law.

    Following on from his success in this field, in November 2016, Toby set up his own Chambers, “Guernica 37”, which specialises in international justice.

    Read more about Toby’s experience of studying Law with us on our Case Study pages.

    
  • Careers

    Career Opportunities

    By the time you graduate you will have developed a range of skills which will enhance your employability, whether in the legal profession or in another career.

    We work closely with the University Centre for Employability and Engagement (UCEE), who will support you with your career planning.

    You will also have the opportunity to attend the annual Law Careers Fair and University Careers Fair which offers the opportunity to meet with potential future employers.

    
  • Student Story

    Similoluwa Fashanu

    Signing up for a law degree at the University of Northampton is a decision which set Similoluwa on the way to achieving a new ambition – to become one of the leading legal practitioners in his Nigerian homeland.

    Find out how studying law at The University of Northampton has changed Similoluwa’s ambitions.

    
• Requirements

  Standard entry requirements apply. A typical offer would be BBC at A Level or DDM at BTEC. An Access Course must include 45 level 3 credits at Merit or above.

  We welcome international applicants and applications from those with a range of non-traditional educational or professional qualifications.

  For more information on how to make an application, please visit our How to Apply page.

  If you are an International student and would like information on making an application, please see our How to Apply page.

  Foundation Study Framework Entry Requirements

  Admission to this foundation course is normally DEE at A Level or MPP at BTEC. However, we would also like to hear from you if you have professional or industry experience instead, a range of other qualifications or self-developed subject knowledge that relates to the course you wish to study.

  English Language Requirements

  All International and EU students applying for a course with us must meet the following minimum English language requirements:

  • IELTS 6.0 (or equivalent) with a minimum of 5.5 in all bands
    for study at undergraduate level.

  For information regarding English language requirements at the University, please see our IELTS page.

  Contacts

  Course Enquiries

  Application status enquiries
  admissions2020@northampton.ac.uk

  Current student enquiries
  SID@northampton.ac.uk

  International student enquiries
  international@northampton.ac.uk

  Applying for 2020
  Facebook Applicant Group

  Office hours:
  Mon – Thu: 9am – 5pm
  Fri: 9am – 4.30pm

  Phone Call

  0300 303 2772

  +44 (0)1604 892134

  +44 (0)1604 892546

• Course Content
  • Stage 1
  • Stage 2
  • Optional Placement Year
  • Stage 3
  • Foundation

  LAW1020, LAW1021, LAW1022 and LAW1023 are requirements for a Qualifying Law Degree.

  • Learning the Law (20 Credits)
    Module code: LAW1020

    Core Module Y
  • UK and EU Constitutional Law (20 Credits)
    Module code: LAW1021

    Core Module Y
  • Law of Contract (20 Credits)
    Module code: LAW1022

    Core Module Y
  • Criminal Law (20 Credits)
    Module code: LAW1023

    Core Module Y
  • Ethics, Discrimination, and Human Rights (20 Credits)
    Module code: LAW1024

    Core Module N
  • Current Legal Issues and Jurisprudence (20 Credits)
    Module code: LAW1025

    Core Module N

  LAW2032 and LAW2009 are required for a Qualifying Law Degree.

  • Law in Action (20 Credits)
    Module code: LAW2031

    Core Module Y
  • Judicial Protection under UK and EU Law (20 Credits)
    Module code: LAW2032

    Core Module Y
  • ​Law of Tort (20 Credits)
    Module code: LAW2009

    Core Module Y
  • Criminal Litigation (20 Credits)
    Module code: LAW2033

    Core Module N
  • Child and Family Law (20 Credits)
    Module code: LAW2034

    Core Module N
  • Biosphere Law (20 Credits)
    Module code: LAW2035

    Core Module N
  • Organised Transnational Crime (20 Credits)
    Module code: LAW2036

    Core Module N
  • Intellectual Property Law in Commerce (20 Credits)
    Module code: LAW2037

    Core Module N
  • Medical Law and Ethics (20 Credits)
    Module code: LAW2038

    Core Module N
  • Practical Placement Preparation (20 Credits)
    Module code: HRM2054

    Core Module N

  Students must have successfully completed 100 credits at Level 5 in order to undertake the placement.

  • The Placement Year Experience: Organisations in Context (40 Credits)
    Module code: HRM2053

    Core Module Y

  LAW4006, LAW3030 and LAW3031 required for a Qualifying Law Degree.

  • Law Dissertation (40 Credits)
    Module code: LAW4006

    Core Module Y
  • Land Law (20 Credits)
    Module code: LAW3031

    Core Module Y
  • Law of Equity Wills, Probate and Trusts (20 Credits)
    Module code: LAW3030

    Core Module Y
  • Business Law and Practice (20 Credits)
    Module code: LAW3032

    Core Module N
  • Property Practice (20 Credits)
    Module code: LAW3033

    Core Module N
  • Civil Litigation and ADR (20 Credits)
    Module code: LAW3034

    Core Module N
  • Civil Law on the High Street (20 Credits)
    Module code: LAW3035

    Core Module N
  • Legal Skills in Practice (20 Credits)
    Module code: LAW3036

    Core Module N
  • Sentencing and Penal Policy (20 Credits)
    Module code: LAW3037

    Core Module N
  • Contemporary Issues in Human Rights (20 Credits)
    Module code: LAW3038

    Core Module N
  • Information Technology Law (20 Credits)
    Module code: LAW3039

    Core Module N

  • Investigations into your Subject Area 1: Business, Education and Social Sciences (40 Credits)
    Module code: FDN011

    Core Module Y
  • Investigations into your Subject Area 2: Business, Education and Social Sciences (40 Credits)
    Module code: FDN014

    Core Module Y
  • Investigations into your Subject Area 3: Changemaking (40 Credits)
    Module code: FDN016

    Core Module Y

  Module information is quoted for 20/21 entry. Please note that modules run subject to student numbers and staff availability, any changes will be communicated to applicants accordingly.

  Facilities &

  Special Features

  • study in a supportive environment
  • be taught by experienced staff
  • develop practical skills
  • guest lectures
• Further Studies
  • Postgraduate Opportunities

    Further your Study

    Our postgraduate courses are a great way to enhance the skills you have already learnt. Benefit from our 20% alumni discount on postgraduate fees to give yourself a CV that will catch the eye of employers.

    Multinational Corporate Law LLM

    Transnational Rights and Security LLM

    
  • Research

    at the University of Northampton

    We are committed to delivering outstanding research that makes a difference to society. Our Research Institutes and Centres work closely with external partner organisations, locally, nationally and internationally. We produce internationally renowned and relevant research and disseminate knowledge on an international scale.

    Visit our Research Hub page for more information.

    
  • Business and Enterprise

    Opportunities Available

    We are committed to supporting and encouraging business growth and we are involved in a variety of initiatives which seek to benefit the wider community as well as students and staff of the University.

    Discover what businesses we work with and what opportunities may be available to you on our Business and Enterprise pages.

    
• Fees & Funding
  • UK & EU
  • International

  2020/21 Tuition Fees

  Fees quoted relate to study in the Academic Year 20/21 only and may be subject to inflationary increases in future years.

  Full Time: £9,250
  Part Time: £1,450 per 20 credit module
  Optional Work Placement Year: £950
  Foundation Framework: £6,750 as part of a four year programme (subsequent years will be charged at standard BSc rate).

  Additional Costs

  There are no additional costs for this course for students beginning their studies in September 2020. Should this change, applicants and students will be contacted by the university with details of the costs.

  Your reading materials are accessible from our library however, you may choose to purchase your own copy of the textbooks. New law textbooks cost in the region of £30-40 but you can often buy recent secondhand ones for much less.

  Please note that tuition fees for EU students will remain the same as UK fees for 2020/21. For more information, please visit the Gov UK website.

  19/20 Tuition Fees

  Fees quoted relate to study in the Academic Year 19/20 only and may be subject to inflationary increases in future years.

  Full Time: £9,250
  Part Time: £1,400 per 20 credit module
  Optional Work Placement Year: £950
  Foundation Study Framework: £6,600 as part of a four year programme (subsequent years will be charged at standard BSc rate)

  2020/21 Tuition Fees

  Fees quoted relate to study in the Academic Year 20/21 only and may be subject to inflationary increases in future years.

  Full Time: £12,900
  Optional Work Placement Year: £950
  Foundation Framework: £12,900 (subsequent years will be charged at standard LLB rate)

  For information on the scholarships available to you as an international student, please see our International scholarships page.

  Additional Costs

  There are no additional costs for this course for students beginning their studies in September 2020. Should this change, applicants and students will be contacted by the university with details of the costs.

  Your reading materials are accessible from our library however, you may choose to purchase your own copy of the textbooks. New law textbooks cost in the region of £30-40 but you can often buy recent secondhand ones for much less.

  19/20 Tuition Fees

  Fees quoted relate to study in the Academic Year 19/20 only and may be subject to inflationary increases in future years.

  International: £12,500
  Optional Work Placement Year: £950
  International Foundation Study Framework: £9,800 (subsequent years will be charged at standard LLB rate)

  Scholarships

  EU and International Scholarships

  We’re committed to offering the opportunity to study in the UK to the best and brightest students from around the world.

  Sir Thomas White Scholarship

  The Sir Thomas White scholarship will support and acknowledge an academically gifted student, with the proviso that the selection panel is confident that there is…

  TD Lewis Scholarship

  The T D Lewis Scholarship provides both undergraduate and postgraduate students with financial awards of up to £1,000.  This scholarship is awarded on educational excellence…

  The Chancellor's Fund

  The Chancellor’s Fund is a bi-annual fund providing students with awards of between £100 and £1,000. You must be a current student to apply.  The…

  The Max Engel Memorial Bursary

  The Max Engel Memorial Bursary will provide an award of £2,000 for 2020. The award is intended to support a graduating undergraduate student who will…

  Wilson Endowment Scholarship

  The Wilson Endowment Scholarship provides a £1,500 scholarship to undergraduate students from the Northamptonshire area. The endowed scholarship was donated in memory of Mr Lynn Wilson,…

• Foundation

  Course information

  The Foundation Study Framework offers a new and exciting route into studying for a degree, attracting ambitious and driven students who are willing to learn and advance.

  If you have non-standard qualifications or do not quite meet the admissions requirements for Law we can offer you a fantastic opportunity to study a four year Law programme which includes a Foundation Study Framework Year. The Foundation Study Framework will help you develop the theoretical/practical and academic skills you need, in order to successfully progress to the full award.

  Featuring a reduced tuition fee in the first year, our four-year courses will enable you to successfully follow the degree pathway of your choice while gaining essential study skills. The foundation year of your chosen degree will be studied on a full-time basis and is aimed at supporting the transition to higher education. Years two, three and four are then studied as a standard degree programme.

  Course Structure

  In your first year of study on the four year Law you will study three 40 credit modules that form the Foundation Study Framework. These are:

  • Investigations into your subject 1 – Academic & Investigation skills. Introduces the concept of research and provides the tools of how to do it, with short assessment tasks involving identifying resources and describing how they would be used.
  • Investigations into your Subject 2 – Employability and Professional Context. Provides a framework and opportunity to start relating research to own practice and employability – making connections.
  • Investigations into your Subject 3: Changemaking, Introduction to Social Innovation. Focuses specifically on the generation and development of ideas around our social development aspirations.

  Upon successful completion of these modules, you will progress to Stage two Law.

  Typical timetabled week of study

  Foundation Study Framework teaching will be a combination of lectures, seminars and/or workshop based sessions. Each module involves a teaching contact time of 12 hours per week and you are also expected to engage in approximately 12 hours of independent study, to support your learning experience.

  Foundation study will help you to build a solid understanding of the study skills and general theoretical and practical aspects that will underpin Law. Throughout all stages of your programme you will also be supported by a Personal Academic Tutor, to guide you through the learning experience and help you make informed study choices.

  Foundation study will enable you to acquire the necessary study skills to succeed in higher education, as well as developing your understanding of key subject concepts delivered through taught sessions, tutorials and online support.

  Visit our Foundation Framework page to learn more.

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