LLB (Hons) Law with Foundation Year

The LLB (Hons) Law with Foundation Year is an ideal program for students aspiring to pursue a career in law or gain a deep understanding of legal systems and principles. Designed to provide a supportive introduction to higher education, the foundation year helps students build essential academic skills, critical thinking abilities, and a strong foundation in the key areas of law, ensuring they are fully prepared for degree-level study.

During the foundation year, students will focus on developing skills in research, writing, and analysis, while gaining a basic understanding of legal concepts and the justice system. The main degree explores a wide range of core law subjects, such as contract law, criminal law, constitutional law, tort law, and European law, alongside legal theory, ethics, and the practice of law in both national and international contexts.

The course combines theoretical learning with practical application, encouraging students to engage with case studies, legal research, and real-world legal issues. Throughout the program, students will also develop key transferable skills in problem-solving, communication, and legal reasoning, preparing them for a variety of careers in law, business, or public policy.

Key Features:

  • Foundation year offering a smooth transition to university-level study and legal education.
  • In-depth coverage of key areas of law, including contract, criminal, and constitutional law.
  • Opportunities for practical learning through case studies, legal research, and analysis.
  • Development of essential skills in legal reasoning, research, communication, and ethical practice.

Graduates will be well-prepared for careers in legal practice, business law, human rights, government, and further study in specialized legal fields. The program also serves as a solid foundation for students pursuing professional legal qualifications such as the Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE) or Bar professional training.

Course Info

Foundation Year

• Using Numeracy, IT and Data
• Research Skills and Using Information
• Values, Ethics and Working Collaboratively
• Developing Academic Skills
• Crime and Law in Context
• Psychology of Everyday Life

Level 4

• Foundation in Legal Skills
• English Legal System
• Criminal Law
• Law of Contract
• Constitutional and Administrative Law
• Law and Ethics

Level 5

• Law of Tort 1 - Tort of Negligence
• Law of Tort 2 - Land and Other Torts
• Civil Liberties and Human Rights
• Law of Property
• European Union Law
• Pro Bono and Professional Practice

Level 6

• Equity, Trusts and Wills
• Law of Evidence
• Legal Research Methods and Project
• International Commercial Law
• Family Law*
• Employment Law*
• Company Law*
• Intellectual Property Law*

Course Fees

Foundation year: £9,250
Level 4: £9,250
Level 5: £9,250
Level 6: £9,250

Career Prospects

• Teaching
• Social worker
• Business and commerce
• Court services
• Local and central government
• Banking and finance
• Police and prison services
If you study further, you could also become:
• A solicitor
• Barrister

Further Information

What is blended learning?
Blended learning is where you study 8 hours a week in class spread over 2 days, and 25
hours a week of independent learning through ilearn.
Study centres:
The study centres where you can do blended learning are in London Ealing, London Tower
Hill, London Holborn, Manchester and Birmingham.

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