Law (Graduate Status) Bachelor of Law (with Honours) - LLB (Hons)

Course overview

This course provides the opportunity to gain a qualifying law degree in two years.

A law degree is a highly regarded, global qualification. You are trained to think, to question and to challenge. You gain a degree that equips you with a thorough understanding of the foundations of legal knowledge required to complete the academic component of Bar Training. You also benefit from a grounding for the successful completion of other professional qualifications such as the Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE) and CiLEX Professional Qualification (CPQ).

The law can, and does, change on a daily basis - that's what makes it such a fascinating and vibrant subject to study. As a law graduate you’ll be a creative problem solver and an effective researcher, with the ability to interpret, analyse and critique complex information. You’ll have highly developed written and oral communication skills and be able to formulate reasoned arguments and challenge decisions. You gain a valuable suite of skills and attributes, and develop the confidence, adaptability and resilience to succeed in your chosen career.

Studying law at Teesside isn’t all about attending traditional lectures and sitting exams. We recognise that students learn in different ways and our innovative teaching and learning approaches, and diverse assessment methods prepare you for the 21st century workplace.

Top reasons to study this course

* Join a supportive law community: be valued, supported and encouraged to succeed throughout your studies and beyond.

* Gain transferable, in-demand skills: develop a skillset highly valued by a wide range of employers.

* Learn in an inclusive environment: study alongside diverse peers in a supportive and enriching setting.

* Be taught by experts: learn from research-active staff who are highly regarded in their field.

* Career-boosting opportunities: benefit from strong industry links for work experience, placements and job prospects.

Employability

You graduate with the relevant knowledge and skills to pursue a career in law, whether in the legal profession or in subject-related disciplines, including academia.