CANTERBURY CHRIST CHURCH UNIVERSITY · UNITED KINGDOM
LL.B. Law
Bachelor's · Taught in en · UCAS M100
At a glance
36 mo
Duration
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IELTS
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Tuition / yr
en
Language
Bachelor's
Level
- Gain first-hand experience through CLOCK (Community Legal Companion)Practical Experience
- Top 10 for graduates in employmentEmployability
- Opportunity to study abroad for a yearInternational Experience
- Active Student Law Society with successful mooting and mediation teamsStudent Life
- Success modules, Interdisciplinary modules, Employability modulesSkills Development
Study Law at Canterbury Christ Church University and become part of a supportive, challenging, and vibrant academic community. You’ll learn alongside experienced academics, practising professionals, and fellow students, gaining the knowledge and confidence to progress towards a career in law or the wider criminal justice sector. This original and innovative degree has been designed in consultation with senior managers and experienced practitioners, giving you both a strong theoretical foundation and practical insight. You’ll develop the legal knowledge needed to progress to the vocational stage of training as a solicitor or barrister, whilst building skills that employers value. Throughout your degree, you’ll have opportunities to gain hands-on experience beyond the classroom. You may shadow a local judge, observe live mediations through our in-house Mediation Clinic, and work directly with unrepresented parties as a Community Legal Companion in court. These experiences will help you build confidence, professional awareness, and real-world legal skills.
Curriculum
The curriculum is designed to provide a strong theoretical foundation and practical insight, preparing you for a career in law or related fields. Alongside core modules, you will engage with a new curriculum focusing on student success, contemporary topics, and industry/community work. Modules are often supplemented by 'Success', 'Interdisciplinary', and 'Employability' modules, with a major project in the final year. Teaching is delivered through lectures, seminars, and practical workshops, with blended learning approaches integrating on-site and digital activities.
- Year 1
- Student Success Modules
- Contract Law
- Criminal Law
- Social Justice in the English Legal System
- Year 2
- Interdisciplinary modules
- Employability modules
- Year 3
- Major project
Careers
The LL.B. Law degree is designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills necessary for a career in law or the wider criminal justice sector. You will build confidence, professional awareness, and real-world legal skills through practical experiences and transferable skills development. Networking and employability events connect you with legal professionals and external organisations to explore graduate career options.
- Solicitor
- Barrister
- Roles within the wider criminal justice sector
Frequently asked questions
- What are the entry requirements for the LL.B. Law program?
- The university considers each application on its overall merits, including relevant work, voluntary, or professional experience. If you have your results, you can apply directly; if you are awaiting results, you can sign up for Clearing support.
- What career paths can I pursue with an LL.B. Law degree?
- An LL.B. Law degree prepares you for careers as a Solicitor, Barrister, or roles within the wider criminal justice sector. The program focuses on building professional awareness and real-world legal skills.
- What kind of practical experience will I gain during the program?
- Students have opportunities for hands-on experience, such as shadowing a local judge, observing live mediations, and working with unrepresented parties as a Community Legal Companion through CLOCK.
- Is there any scholarship available for the LL.B. Law program?
- Yes, the Solicitors Qualifying Exam (SQE) Scholarship is offered to students who want to become qualified solicitors. Specific details on the amount are not provided.
- How is teaching delivered for the LL.B. Law program?
- Teaching is delivered through lectures, seminars, and practical workshops, with approximately 10-14 contact hours per week. Blended learning approaches integrate on-site and digital activities, and students can also attend court trips.
Entry requirements
General RequirementEach application is considered on its overall merits, including relevant work, voluntary, or professional experience. The university appreciates unique combinations of achievements, experiences, and aspirations.
If you have your results, you can apply now. If you are waiting for your results, you can sign up for Clearing support.
Fees
Tuition (international)Information on international tuition fees is not available on the program page.
Tuition (home)Information on home tuition fees is not available on the program page.
LivingEstimated living costs are not specified.
How to apply
1. Apply OnlineVisit the university's application portal to submit your application.
2. Discuss Options (if needed)If you have questions or are awaiting results, contact the university on 01227 926000 for callback assistance or to discuss your options.
3. Attend an Event (Optional)Consider visiting the university to experience the campus and facilities.
Scholarships
Solicitors Qualifying Exam (SQE) Scholarship—
Frequently asked questions
What are the entry requirements for the LL.B. Law program?
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The university considers each application on its overall merits, including relevant work, voluntary, or professional experience. If you have your results, you can apply directly; if you are awaiting results, you can sign up for Clearing support.
What career paths can I pursue with an LL.B. Law degree?
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An LL.B. Law degree prepares you for careers as a Solicitor, Barrister, or roles within the wider criminal justice sector. The program focuses on building professional awareness and real-world legal skills.
What kind of practical experience will I gain during the program?
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Students have opportunities for hands-on experience, such as shadowing a local judge, observing live mediations, and working with unrepresented parties as a Community Legal Companion through CLOCK.
Is there any scholarship available for the LL.B. Law program?
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Yes, the Solicitors Qualifying Exam (SQE) Scholarship is offered to students who want to become qualified solicitors. Specific details on the amount are not provided.
How is teaching delivered for the LL.B. Law program?
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Teaching is delivered through lectures, seminars, and practical workshops, with approximately 10-14 contact hours per week. Blended learning approaches integrate on-site and digital activities, and students can also attend court trips.