University of Derby

Law LLB (Hons)

University of Derby

Course overview

• You can choose to take a generic LLB or pursue one of our specialist LLB pathways in Company and Commercial Law, International and Comparative Law, International Business Law or Social and Public Policy • Develop all the key skills required to succeed in the legal sector - including drafting, advocacy, interviewing and negotiation • Study a qualifying law degree which meets the criteria set by the Bar Standards Board • Take exciting opportunities for work internships and professional mentoring • Work on real legal cases before you graduate with our Community Legal Advice Service • Specialist modules can enhance your skills in entrepreneurship, creative thinking, problem-solving, team working, business acumen and digital technology, broadening your career scope further

Key highlights

  • Specialist pathways including Company and Commercial or International Business Law
  • Qualifying law degree meeting Bar Standards Board criteria
  • Work on real legal cases through the Community Legal Advice Service
  • Opportunities for work internships and professional mentoring
  • Develop drafting, advocacy, interviewing and negotiation skills
  • Modules build entrepreneurship, business acumen and digital technology skills

Entry requirements

  • UCAS tariff points: 120 — Requirement: What we're looking for Requirement: What we're looking for UCAS points: 120 A Level: BBB T Level: Merit BTEC: DDM GCSE: GCSE Maths and English Grade 4/Grade C (or above) or equivalent qualification Access to…
  • A-level: BBB — …What we're looking for Requirement: What we're looking for UCAS points: 120 A Level: BBB T Level: Merit BTEC: DDM GCSE: GCSE Maths and English Grade 4/Grade C (or above) or equivalent qualification Access to HE: Pass Access…
  • T-level: Merit — …looking for Requirement: What we're looking for UCAS points: 120 A Level: BBB T Level: Merit BTEC: DDM GCSE: GCSE Maths and English Grade 4/Grade C (or above) or equivalent qualification Access to HE: Pass Access to HE Diplom…
  • BTEC: DDM — …Requirement: What we're looking for UCAS points: 120 A Level: BBB T Level: Merit BTEC: DDM GCSE: GCSE Maths and English Grade 4/Grade C (or above) or equivalent qualification Access to HE: Pass Access to HE Diploma with 60 credi…
  • GCSE: 4/C — to include Mathematics, English
  • Access to HE Diploma: Pass — Pass; with 60 credits: 45 at Level 3 with a minimum

Scholarships

  • Full Payment Discount

    If you pay your annual tuition fee in full ahead of enrolment, you will benefit from a £1,000 discount.

    Up to £1,000
  • Sports Scholarships - Individual and Team Sport Scholar

    Up to £3,000 fee subsidy and support services.

  • Sports Scholarships - Performance Team Sports Scholar

    Up to £3,000 fee subsidy and support services.

  • Talented Athlete Award

    Please contact the provider.

  • Vice-Chancellor's Scholarships

    Vice-Chancellor’s Scholarships - £2,000

    Up to £2,000

Careers this course leads to

  • Barrister
  • Solicitor
  • Paralegal
  • Legal executive
  • Legal adviser
  • Compliance officer

Cost of study

UK/Home: £9,535 per year | International: £17,500 per year

Admission

Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of Derby, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

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