LLB (Hons) Law
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.
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 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 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
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.
- English Legal System and Skills
- Public Law
- Tort 1
- Crime 1
- Civil Liberties in Practice
- Contract Law
- Tort 2
- Crime 2
- Land Law and Practical Skills
- Equity, Trusts and Wills
- Dispute Resolution
- Technology, Innovation and the Law
- 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)
- Block A (select one):
- 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)
- 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.
Entry requirements
What you need to study with us
Our aim is to make learning as accessible as possible by ensuring that you can study your degree 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.
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.
We also offer an internal English test for applicants who are unable to provide the above evidence of English proficiency.
Course fees and funding
Course fee breakdown
| Studying Online | Fee |
|---|---|
| Fee per level: | |
| Level 4 fee: | £5,500 |
| Level 5 fee: | £5,500 |
| Level 6 fee: | £5,500 |