Law and Economics

**BA (Hons) Law and Economics
Explore the English Legal system and its applications, while learning how to apply economics to key business issues.**

Why choose this course?

You'll study Economics modules designed to explore the application of economic theory to real-life situations. We’ll use our academic expertise to help you make robust links between economic theoretical frameworks and the practicalities of the real world. Through our Financial Markets lab that utilises the same technology used by finance professionals worldwide, and our mock Crown Courtroom to hone your legal skills, you'll be able to put your skills into practice and gain valuable experience.

How you will learn

You'll be taught through a variety of methods such as:
- lectures


- seminars


- workshops and tutorials


- student presentations


- debates


- one-to-one sessions with a tutor


- work projects


- self-directed study


- video discussions with overseas partner institutions


- case preparation


- mooting - where you present a legal issue against opposing counsel in a mock court case


- interviewing


- negotiation


- engaging in real or simulated legal practice, you will build a range of the key skills required to succeed in the legal sector at every stage of the course.


Opportunities and experiences

You’ll be able to put your skills into practice from day one with our range of specialist facilities. Our replica Crown Court at One Friar Gate square allows our Law students to learn in a real courtroom environment. Our Financial Markets Lab offers direct use of financial data, information and analytics in a dedicated trading room which provides a simulation of what it’s like to work on a real trading floor in the financial district.

Careers and employability

Studying a Law based course can open up a range of roles in fields such as education profession, libraries, museums, archives, law, the civil service, management, marketing and the uniformed service.

Economics graduates with an understanding of business and leadership are in great demand across the public, private and voluntary sectors worldwide. As well as roles in international business, consultancy and finance, you could pursue opportunities in government departments, development agencies, charities and not-for-profit organisations.

Based solely on more than 24,000 student reviews, the University of Derby was named Uni Compare's University of the Year 2027, and voted 1st in the UK for employability and 2nd in the UK for course quality.

Not only that, but 97% of students would recommend the University of Derby*, which we can offer you industry-relevant teaching, state-of-the-art study spaces, multi-award-winning accommodation, and a welcoming, inclusive community.

*Uni Compare 2027