Law (two-year intensive) LLB (Hons)
Key Facts
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UCAS Code:
M101
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Level:
Undergraduate
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Duration:
Full Time: 2 Years (Intensive)
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Starting:
September
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Fees UK:
Full Time: £9,250
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Fees International:
Full Time: £14,000
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Location:
Waterside
Get in touch
For questions regarding study and admissions please contact us:
UK/EU Students enquiries
study@northampton.ac.uk
0300 303 2772
International Students enquiries

Overview
Our LLB Law (two-year intensive) course has been designed to provide students with the grounding they need to pursue a successful legal career. This LLB course will teach you the seven foundations of legal knowledge, which meets the Bar Standard Board’s core academic requirements for entry onto the Bar Training Course. This two-year intensive option is ideal for those seeking faster progression of a career in law, allowing you to complete your law degree in two years rather than the standard three.
At the University of Northampton, our Law LLB course includes additional optional modules alongside the traditional foundations of legal knowledge. These cover Solicitors Qualifying Exam (SQE) topics, such as property law and practice, civil litigation, business law and criminal litigation, making it the ideal choice for students aspiring to take the SQE and qualify as solicitors. This course is also ideal for those who may not be considering a law career, as it offers flexibility to help you achieve your goals and equips you with desirable skills to stand out to employers.
Our Law Team has a real passion for social justice causes and supporting communities, winning the ‘University of Northampton Changemaker Team of the Year’ award in 2019. This was in recognition of the many great opportunities our students benefit from, including volunteering, our Pro Bono Clinic, Street Law Project, establishing charities and more. We received praise for our “…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 without access to legal aid can gain justice”.
As a Law graduate on this two-year intensive course, you will receive support as you transition into new roles, apply for postgraduate study or require access to ongoing opportunities in your professional development.
Updated 17/12/2020
Highlights
This intensive two-year LLB Hons degree programme allows you to complete your course in two years by extending the academic year into the normal vacation period. In year one of the LLB degree, a two-year LLB student will follow a similar course as a three-year degree student, taking 120 credits (six modules) plus one module from Level 5, amounting to 20 credits.
At the end of term three of year one, a two-year student will continue on the accelerated pathway, taking 40 credits worth of modules over the summer period. Provided you pass all 9 of the modules you take in the first academic year, you will move on to the second year of the intensive degree. If you do not meet this requirement you will be transferred to the traditional LLB route. In your second year, you will study modules alongside students from years two and three of the three-year degree (taking 140 credits/seven modules), but again, will take 40 credits worth of additional modules in the summer vacation in order to complete your law degree at the end of two years.
As well as providing an accelerated pathway into the legal profession, you will also benefit from opportunities to participate in pro bono activities and develop practical skills when you choose to study law at the University of Northampton. We have a purpose built Moot room, provide guest lectures and integrated SQE preparation subject to module selection, and deliver support from highly qualified and experienced staff.
HP laptop and software included with this course for eligible student. Eligibility criteria and terms and conditions apply.
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Careers and Employability
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 where you can meet with potential future employers.
Student Story
Kerry CoxKerry, a mature student from Northampton had dreams of becoming a Barrister, and joined the University of Northampton to study the Law LLB intensive programme. Kerry has landed a position with Guernica 37 Chambers Academy, a top legal Chambers', specialising exclusively in international criminal and human rights law. Kerry has said that the 'support from the Faculty and other peers was evident from the beginning of my studies.'