What is LLB (Hons) Law with Foundation Year?
LLB (Hons) Law with Foundation Year is a four-year undergraduate degree designed for students who do not meet the standard entry requirements for a traditional law degree. The foundation year provides essential academic skills, legal knowledge, and study techniques to prepare students for the LLB Law degree.
Who should study this course?
This course is ideal for students who lack the formal qualifications required for a standard LLB Law degree but are interested in pursuing a career in law, legal practice, or related fields such as business, politics, or criminal justice. It is also suitable for mature students returning to education.
What is covered in the Foundation Year?
1. Academic and Legal Study Skills
2. Introduction to Law and the English Legal System
3. Critical Thinking and Research Methods
4. Business, Criminology, or Social Science Fundamentals (varies by university)
5. Legal Ethics and Professional Development
What are the key topics covered in the LLB (Hons) Law program after the Foundation Year?
1. Contract Law
2. Criminal Law
3. Public Law (Constitutional & Administrative Law)
4. Tort Law
5. Land Law
6. European Union Law
7. Equity & Trusts
8. Legal Research and Professional Skills