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LLB (Hons) Law

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Undergraduate

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3 years

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3 years+

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Birmingham, London, Manchester or Online

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We're also proud to offer non-standard entry, meaning your work experience and previous qualifications are taken into account when assessing your application.

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You will gain in-depth subject knowledge and transferable skills that employers from a huge range of industries will value. Many of our courses at Arden are also accredited by leading professional bodies in the UK.

Course Overview

Arden’s LLB (Hons) Law course is the perfect course if you aspire to become a lawyer or barrister. An LLB qualification, also known as a Bachelor of Laws, is equivalent to a BA or BSc undergraduate degree and is the first step to an exciting choice of career possibilities in the legal sector or professions such as journalism, politics, policing, teaching, and much more.

Our LLB course, available at our UK study centres and as a fully online degree, covers the foundations of legal knowledge and has been updated to reflect recent changes to professional practice qualifications. You now have the opportunity to select from distinct degree pathways to help you prepare either for the Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE 1) or the Bar, including an International Bar pathway for those students looking to study modules that are more international in scope.

However, we don’t expect all our students to make a concrete decision about their future career when they first join us, and this law degree isn’t just for those that want to work in the legal sector. You will develop a suite of workplace attributes that are valued across a wide range of careers, helping you graduate with a highly regarded qualification that provides value for a lifetime. Our team of academics, practitioners, and research-active staff are committed to providing a thriving learning environment that supports you in taking the next steps in your career.

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Course details and modules

With this professionally focused law degree, you’ll learn practical skills for your future employability. At the start of level 6, you will have the opportunity to select a degree pathway that aligns with your career goals, whether that’s the SQE, Bar or International Bar. You will have workshops detailing the pathways and our team's guidance and support to help you make the right choice.

SQE (Solicitor) pathway

If you want to qualify as a solicitor in the UK, this pathway imparts the knowledge and skills needed to attempt SQE1 successfully. You will also have the opportunity to broaden your knowledge through a range of elective modules.

Bar (Barrister) pathway

Designed for students who wish to qualify as a barrister, this pathway includes EU Law, one of the Foundations of Legal Knowledge subjects required by the Bar Standards Board. You will also have the opportunity to broaden your knowledge through a range of elective modules.

International Bar pathway

With its more international curriculum, this pathway is most suited to students interested in practising law outside of the UK. The pathway has a set syllabus without the need to choose any additional optional modules and concludes with the Legal Dissertation module.

Law degrees are respected in all sectors due to their graduates' broader skills, such as critical thinking, effective communication, presentation, negotiation, and persuasion.

Arden is for winners. Nobody will beg you to sit down and start working on your career, if you don’t do it yourself! At Arden, if you have an honest interest for what you learn and you want to reach out for more, you will be welcomed, helped, and advised. But to do that, you must be determined.

Bettina Finna

BSc (Hons) Psychology

Modules

When studying online you’ll have the flexibility to study on a schedule that works for you. While most of our students aim to complete the course within 3 to 6 years, you’ll have the option to extend the time in takes to complete the course if you need to.

Studying full-time, through our blended learning option, means you have 3 years to complete the course.

Level 4

English Legal System and Skills
Public Law
Tort 1
Crime 1
Civil Liberties in Practice
Contract Law

Level 5

Tort 2
Crime 2
Land Law and Practical Skills
Equity, Trusts and Wills
Dispute Resolution
Technology, Innovation and the Law

Level 6 SQE (Solicitor) pathway

Core modules (20 credits):
- Business Law and Practice
- Solicitors Professional Practice
- Property Practice
Optional modules (20 credits):
- Block A (select one):
  - EU Law
  - Placement and Pro Bono (subject to eligibility)
- Block B (select one):
  - Employment Law
  - International Commercial Law
  - Legal Dissertation (40 credits: no block C requirement if selected)
- Block C (select one):
  - Family Law
  - Public International Law
  - Placement and Pro Bono (subject to eligibility)
  - Legal Research Project (cannot be combined with the Legal Dissertation option)
  - Legal Dissertation (Continued)

Level 6 Bar (Barrister) pathway

Core modules (20 credits):
- Business Law and Practice
- EU Law
- Property PracticeOptional modules (20 credits):
- Block A (select one):
  - Employment Law
  - Placement and Pro Bono (subject to eligibility)
- Block B (select one):
  - International Commercial Law
  - Legal Dissertation (40 credits: no block C module requirement if selected)
- Block C (select one):
  - Family Law
  - Public International Law
  - Placement and Pro Bono (subject to eligibility)
  - Legal Research Project (cannot be combined with the Legal Dissertation option)
  - Legal Dissertation (Continued)

Level 6 International Bar pathway

Core modules (20 credits):
- Business Law and Practice
- EU Law
- International Commercial Law
- Public International Law
- Legal Dissertation (40 credits)

If you decide not to opt for one of the designated pathways, you will automatically be placed on the SQE path with the EU Law (Block A) and Legal Dissertation (Block B and C) modules; as this will provide you with a degree that's relevant across diverse global professions.

Please note that if you study via our blended learning study mode, not all modules may be available at every Arden study centre. However, timetables will be coordinated to accommodate students who need to travel to other study centres or participate in live online classes.

How do we assess you?

Assessment methods tailored to your career

To assess your progress through the course, a variety of assessment methods are used that support the development of your knowledge, application, and skills. At level 4 and level 5, the majority of our module assessments contain two parts:

A multiple-choice question (MCQ) examination to assess your comprehension of key module content.
The second part includes a number of different assessment methods, such as the use of advocacy, portfolios, drafting exercises, and coursework.

At level 6, your selected pathway will inform the assessments you undertake, which will consist of a combination of different assessment types. You will be given full support and guidance through each item of assessment you undertake.

Study and career support

Arden Consumer Advice Clinic

Our virtual Law Clinic is an exciting new volunteer opportunity for all students studying within the School of Law. Students will be trained to interview clients and provide initial advice with the support of qualified staff. This is an excellent opportunity for students wishing to understand legal working practices and pursue careers as solicitors or barristers.

Virtual Law Firm

A unique aspect of this course is Arden’s Virtual Law Firm. The Virtual Law Firm replicates many of the elements of professional law practice that you will encounter in the workplace, such as receiving client instructions, interacting with colleagues, and working to deadlines. Through the Virtual Law Firm, you’ll be able to apply your learning to real-world scenarios in a safe environment with supportive feedback and guidance from our law faculty members.

Legal specialist career consultant

You will have access to a legal career consultant specialising in helping you make the most of our LLB degree. You’ll also have the valuable opportunity to join career workshops and events that exclusively focus on your future with an LLB degree.

Free access to Lexis+

The largest collection of UK law, up-to-date legislation, case law, commentary and comprehensive practical guidance

Lexis+ is an advanced legal research platform that provides users with instant access to a vast collection of legal resources, across an extensive library of legal documents that includes case law, statutes, regulations, and secondary sources.

Study options

This course is available to study through Arden’s blended learning study mode at our study centres in London Tower Hill, London Holborn, Manchester, and Birmingham.

The course is also available to students via online learning. This gives you the convenience of being able to study from anywhere in the UK or worldwide, providing you with the same high standards of teaching but with lower tuition fees.

I wanted to study with Arden because it was the only option I found that truly suited my needs and what I was looking for in a university. The affordable cost of the course, and the fact that I could transfer my credits from previous studies really made Arden stand out.

Imran Ali Khalifa

LLB (Hons) with Qualifying Status – Distance Learning

Blended learning

How does it work?

When you choose our blended learning study mode, each week you’ll have eight hours of timetabled classes spread over two days at the Arden study centre of your choice. This is combined with around 25 hours of independent study, which takes place through ilearn, our university campus in the cloud. ilearn contains all the resources you need to study successfully. As a blended learning student you’ll also have access to our Library Portal, an extensive digital library with thousands of journal titles, eBooks, and a range of academic and industry databases that you can use to research and gain in-depth information on your area of study. At Arden, all of your course materials are provided free of charge, removing the need for you to buy expensive textbooks to study your degree successfully.

Blended learning is the best option for students who prefer the structure of regular face to face classes with their tutor and fellow classmates, and is particularly suited to students who live within commuting or driving distance of one of our UK study centres.

If you're a student from England who is enrolling on a blended learning course with Arden (based in one of our UK study centres) then you can apply for a Tuition Fee Loan and Maintenance Loan to help pay for your living expenses. You can find more information on our fees and funding page. If you're a student from Scotland, Wales or Northern Ireland you can find information about obtaining a student loan to cover your costs from your student finance body.

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Online learning

How does it work?

Studying your LLB (Hons) Law with Arden gives you the ultimate in convenience. You can enrol with Arden from anywhere in the world and study your degree from the comfort of your home, without the requirement to attend classes in a physical location.

Our online students study their degree through ilearn, Arden’s university campus in the cloud. ilearn provides everything you need to study at University. It offers an integrated virtual learning experience, including your virtual classroom, lecture theatre, and access to our Library Portal. The portal includes an extensive digital library including thousands of journal titles, eBooks, and academic and industry databases which you can use to research your assignments and projects. All of these materials are provided to you free of charge, and contain all the research information you’ll need to complete your degree with us. ilearn is also integrated with Zoom, making it easier to chat with your course tutor during your scheduled seminar sessions. You can even integrate our study materials into your Kindle, making it possible to study wherever you have your Kindle handy.

Studying online with Arden University doesn’t mean studying alone. As well as receiving regular feedback and guidance from your course tutor, you’ll be studying with likeminded students who you can meet with through our Unitu community, and you’ll have access to community message boards to discuss your course and the topics being raised within it. We’ve even set up community boards embedded into each of the course modules so you can have discussions with your tutor and classmates on the topics you’re currently learning.

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Entry requirements

At Arden University we consider applications on a case by case basis. If you have significant work experience, have qualifications you have gained elsewhere, or a degree or qualification that isn't a clear pathway to this degree - we are more than happy to discuss your application.

What you need to study with us

Our aim is to make learning as accessible as possible by ensuring that you can study in a flexible and convenient way. That's why we keep our requirements simple. All you need is a laptop or desktop PC (we recommend one running the latest version of Windows), and a good internet connection. Through ilearn, our online university campus in the cloud, you'll be able to access your course calendar, support services, learning materials, and our online library containing thousands of ebooks, as well as tools for creating assignments, keeping notes, and collaborating with other students on your course.

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Eligibility

Standard entry requirements

Three subjects at GCE A level or equivalent, plus passes at grade C or above in four subjects at GCSE level or equivalent including GCSE English; or
Completion of a recognised Access Programme or equivalent, such as our LLB (Hons) Law with Foundation Year.

Non standard entry requirements

We are happy to consider an application from you if you can show us you have the motivation to study this LLB degree, even if you do not currently meet our standard entry requirements. We’ll ask you for a personal statement that demonstrates your ability to study the course, as well as references and evidence of relevant experiences and/or previous qualifications.

English proficiency

IELTS 6.0 (no less than 5.5 in any element); or TOEFL iBT 80; or equivalent
Alternatively, evidence you have previously studied in English, such as a letter to show that the Medium of Instruction was in English can be accepted.

Course fees and funding

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Meet the faculty

Harriet is the head of the Department of Law at Arden University and former associate head with a focus on access to justice, mediation, and practical legal training. She is an RICS accredited mediator who is hoping to start a PhD on international mediation and access to justice. Harriet graduated from the University of Hull with a LLB Law (Hons) degree and later went on to achieve a Bar Professional Training Course. Harriet was called to the Bar by the Honourable Society of Lincoln’s Inn in 2012 and continues to be very actively involved with the legal profession. Now, Harriet is responsible for the management and academic delivery of the LLB Law programmes at Arden University. She is currently working to improve key metrics within the Law programmes to ensure our programme portfolio reflects changes to professional legal education.

Harriet Jones

Head of Department of Law

Career prospects

A law degree provides you with a wide range of transferable skills that can be used in a variety of professions both in the UK and abroad. You’ll learn how to research and critically analyse information, communicate information in different formats to different audiences, work through problems, and reach reasoned conclusions. As such, a law degree give you the skills and attributes sought after in a range of careers, including those in non-legal professions.

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What will I gain from this degree?

Whether you’re using the LLB qualification as a stepping stone to your dream career, or you’re looking to hit the ground running with a graduate role straight out of university, this degree will help you build the foundations for a career in a variety of exciting and challenging industries. Studying your Law LLB (Hons) will help you:

Prepare for a career in law
Prepare for the next steps to becoming a barrister or solicitor
Enter work in a private practice as a paralegal, carrying out many of the tasks and roles of a qualified solicitor
Gain a broad range of legal and research skills that are highly sought after in both law and non-law sectors, expanding your professional skillset and increasing your future employability.

What can I do after Arden University?

We don’t expect undergraduate students to have a set career in mind before starting their degree. So, don’t worry if you’re still weighing up your future options. Instead, we prepare you with a range of skills that employers from a variety of industries value. After graduating from the course, you’ll feel confident to make a decision about your future career path.

Future legal roles include:

Solicitor
Barrister
Paralegal
Legal Executive
Legal Secretary

Non legal career options are almost endless, but popular choices include:

Journalism
Policing
Politics
Teaching and academia
Tax consultancy roles
Business consultancy roles

Industry skills

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The Campaign demonstrates how social science improves public policy, society, and all our lives. It highlights the value of applied social science research and advocates for its greater use in decision-making and in government. It is supported by a coalition of universities, social science societies, and publishers.

As a member, Arden receives access to case studies, research into the value provided by social sciences, and insights into the employability of social science graduates. Through this, you will gain a better understanding of the skills you are learning and their value to employers.