Law and Politics LLB (Hons) LLB (Hons) LLB (Hons)

Kent Law School brings the study of law to life and prepares you for a successful career in law. Our LLB in Law develops your critical and analytical skills, enables you to think about the role of law in society, and provides hands-on experience through opportunities to work on real cases in our Law Clinic.<br/><br/>A law degree from Kent prepares you for a career in law and opens doors to many other professions. Youll gain a solid grounding in politics, both national and international, and are able to choose modules that reflect your interests from the extensive range on offer. Our modules reflect current and relevant issues including conflict resolution, federalism, comparative politics, European integration, ethnic conflict, terrorism, the theory of international relations, political theory, and the politics of countries such as China, Japan, Russia and the USA.<br/><br/>Our research-led teaching encourages you to take a critical view of politics and the law, engaging with the latest research undertaken by expert academics. Our diverse, international community of staff and students provides a dynamic and engaging environment to gain the professional legal skills and political knowledge you need to change the world we live in.<br/><br/>**Your future**<br/>The University has an excellent employment record, with Kent Law School graduates commanding some of the highest starting salaries in the UK. Law graduates can go into a variety of careers, including:<br/><br/><br/>- Solicitor or barrister in a private practice<br/><br/><br/>- Company lawyer <br/><br/><br/>- Legal work within government<br/><br/><br/>- Legal work within the charity and NGO sector<br/><br/><br/>- Non-legal careers, such as banking, finance and management.<br/><br/><br/>Through your study of politics you will gain the confidence and skills in areas such as negotiation, leadership and analysis to kickstart a career in any field, be the difference you want to see in politics and effect change in the places you want to see it.<br/><br/>**Location**<br/>Our city, your time.<br/><br/>It has never been a better time to study in Canterbury. Our high student population creates a vibrant, diverse and student-friendly atmosphere.<br/><br/>We are a hub of exciting new ideas emerging from a stunning historic city - join us and get involved!