Law (with foundation year) LLB (Hons)

The foundation year of this Coventry University degree will be delivered from our CU Coventry campus. Course delivery from year 1 of the degree onwards will be from our Coventry University campus.<br/><br/>This course aims to provide you with a solid grounding in developing your practical legal skills alongside a knowledge of the laws that govern us.<br/><br/>The foundation year aims to provide a thorough understanding of legal principles and best practice. With a focus on European, national and local contexts, this programme explores the development of legislation with core academic skills. Students who successfully complete their foundation year will then progress onto the Law LLB degree within Coventry University’s Law School.<br/><br/>The degree part of the course examines the law’s role in a range of contemporary issues, recognising the need to maintain social responsibility and ethical behaviour. The degree aims to help you:   <br/>* Acquire knowledge and understanding of the foundations of legal knowledge, legal doctrines, concepts, principles, rules and values in the core areas of law<br/><br/><br/>* Develop an appreciation of the context in which law operates, and an understanding of the dynamic nature of law, its uncertainty, the need for reform and proposals for such reform<br/><br/><br/>* Develop the ability to apply the legal knowledge and skills acquired to both the theory and practice of law<br/><br/><br/>**Key benefits of the degree**<br/>* Apply to volunteer in the Employment Law Clinic, Advocacy Clinic or Business Law and Enterprise Clinic at the Coventry Law Centre where selected students can gain practical legal experience under the supervision of trained solicitors and lawyers<br/><br/><br/>* Get hands-on and immerse yourself in the law by exploring legal topics in our courtroom, known as the ‘Moot Room’<br/><br/><br/>* Engage with students at other international universities and industry experts and develop your intercultural competencies and digital skills through our Collaborative Online International Learning (COIL) projects<br/><br/><br/>* Build your legal networks by applying to participate in of our mentoring schemes, aimed to help you as you transition into your own legal career<br/><br/><br/>* Submit your legal writing to be considered for publication, alongside expert legal academics and professionals<br/><br/><br/>See our website for further details.

Studying at Coventry’s city centre campus will give you everything you need. There is a range of affordable accommodation options in their university-owned hall of residence, which are situated less than a 10-minute walk away!<br/><br/>Coventry also offer their students a unique programme, Phoenix+. This scheme gives you opportunities to enhance your skills and experiences so you can confidently step out into the world as a graduate. You’ll be equipped with employability skills and career development advice from day one to graduation and beyond.<br/><br/>Coventry’s Talent Team can also help you prepare for your career with everything from CV writing to securing an internship. You’ll also have access to a Success Coach who will work with you to build a personal success plan and ensure you make the most out of your university experience.<br/><br/>Get in touch today to find out more about the campus and where you’ll study!