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Law

Law is the study of the rules, principles and institutions that govern society and shape relationships between individuals, organisations and governments. It is a challenging and intellectually rewarding subject that develops the ability to analyse complex issues, construct persuasive arguments and apply legal reasoning to real-world situations. A Law degree provides valuable insight into justice, rights, business, politics and social change, making it relevant to many professional fields.

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What will you learn?

  • Develop an understanding of the legal system and its role in society.

  • Study core areas of law such as Contract Law, Criminal Law, Constitutional Law, Tort Law, Property Law and Equity and Trusts.

  • Learn how laws are created, interpreted and applied by courts and legislatures.

  • Analyse legal cases, legislation and contemporary legal issues.

  • Develop critical-thinking, research and problem-solving skills.

  • Learn how to construct logical and persuasive legal arguments.

  • Enhance written and oral communication skills through essays, presentations and debates.

  • Explore the relationship between law, ethics, politics, business and human rights.

  • Gain practical experience in legal research, advocacy and professional legal practice.

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​Depending on the programme, you may also have opportunities to study specialised areas such as Commercial Law, International Law, Environmental Law, Intellectual Property Law, Employment Law, Human Rights Law or Cyber Law.

Career Prospects

A Law degree equips graduates with highly transferable analytical, research and communication skills that are valued across many sectors.

 

Career opportunities include:

  • Solicitor

  • Barrister

  • Legal Adviser

  • Corporate Counsel

  • Compliance Officer

  • Paralegal

  • Government Legal Officer

  • Policy Adviser

  • Human Rights Advocate

  • Risk and Regulatory Specialist

  • Mediator or Arbitrator

  • Academic or Legal Researcher

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Many students choose to undertake professional legal training and qualifications required to practise law, while others pursue postgraduate study in specialised legal fields or related disciplines.

Universities to look for:

  • University of Oxford

  • University of Cambridge

  • London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE)

  • University College London (UCL)

  • The University of Edinburgh

  • King's College London

  • Queen Mary University of London

  • Durham University

  • University of Bristol

  • University of Glasgow

  • University of Leeds

  • The University of Manchester

  • The University of Warwick

  • University of Nottingham

  • University of Birmingham

  • Queen's University Belfast

  • SOAS University of London

  • Oxford Brookes University

  • University of Liverpool 

  • Swansea University

  • Cardiff University

  • University of Aberdeen

  • Newcastle University

  • University of Exeter

  • The University of Sheffield

  • University of Southampton

  • University of St Andrews

  • University of Kent

  • University of Surrey

  • University of York

  • University of Reading

  • City St George’s, University of London

  • Lancaster University

  • University of Strathclyde

  • Essex, University of

  • Northumbria University at Newcastle

  • University of Dundee

  • University of Leicester

  • Kingston University, London

  • University of Sussex

  • Loughborough University

  • Birkbeck, University of London

  • University of Stirling

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