Bath Spa University · United Kingdom
Law
The LLB (Hons) Law degree at Bath Spa University is designed to equip you with both theoretical legal knowledge and practical professional skills. This program is structured to prepare you for a wide array of careers, both within and outside the legal sector. It aligns with the new regulatory framework for solicitors and barristers, meeting the requirements of the Bar Standards Board, and helps prepare you for the Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE).
Throughout the course, you will delve into foundational legal subjects like tort, contract, criminal, and property law. You will also develop essential practical skills such as case analysis, negotiation, alternative dispute resolution, drafting, interviewing, and mooting. The curriculum emphasizes the interconnectedness of legal topics, mirroring real-world legal practice where problems are often multifaceted. Beyond traditional legal roles, the program also focuses on developing skills applicable to governance, risk management, advocacy, public policy, HR, and finance.
In your final year, you'll have the opportunity to apply your skills in The Bath Law Clinic, providing legal advice to real clients, or by undertaking a comprehensive law research project. The program encourages work placements and offers interdisciplinary options in subjects like business, criminology, and sociology, broadening your perspective and enhancing your employability in diverse fields.
