University of Hull

Law with Business With Foundation Year

University of Hull

Course overview

The Law with Business with Foundation Year at the University of Hull is an ideal option for students who want to study law and business but do not yet meet the entry requirements for the full degree.

The foundation year provides a supportive introduction to higher education, helping students build essential academic skills while gaining a basic understanding of law and business concepts. It prepares students for the academic demands of the main degree.

Students learn through lectures, small-group sessions, teamwork, and practical activities. Assessment includes exams, essays, presentations, mock court exercises (moots), and a final project combining legal and business topics.

Upon successful completion, students progress to the full Law with Business degree, gaining the qualifications needed to pursue a career as a solicitor or barrister, or to work in business-related roles.

Entry requirements

Applicants must submit a personal statement explaining their interest in law and business, along with a reference from a teacher or employer and details of their academic background.

Grade Requirements:

  • 48 UCAS tariff points from A-levels or equivalent qualifications
  • Equivalent international qualifications are accepted

English Proficiency:

  • IELTS overall score of 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in each component
  • Other recognised English language tests such as TOEFL or PTE are also accepted

Scholarships

  • Alumni Postgraduate Scholarship

    If you progress from studying an undergraduate degree at the University of Hull to an eligible taught master's degree in 2025/26 we'll give you a 20% discount on the cost of your tuition fees.

    Up to 20% of fees
  • GREAT Scholarship

    Minimum of £10,000

    Up to £10,000
  • Norman and Sheila Andrew Engineering Scholarship

  • PGT International Fee Waivers – South Asia and Sub-Saharan Africa

    Up to £2,000
  • UG International Fee Waivers - South Asia and Sub-Saharan Africa

    his award offers a £2,000 tuition fee discount for each year of study on a full-time undergraduate program.

    Up to £2,000
  • University of Hull Asia Studentship

    This award is given as a £2,000 tuition fee discount against the cost of a full-time.

    Up to £2,000

Career opportunities

Graduates of the Law with Business with Foundation Year are well prepared for careers that combine legal knowledge with business skills, including:

  • Solicitor in commercial law
  • Business development advisor
  • Paralegal
  • Compliance officer
  • Human resources specialist

Cost of study

For international students, tuition fees for the Law with Business with Foundation Year at the University of Hull are approximately £17,500 per year. Fees may change annually, so applicants should confirm the latest information.

Admission

Applications for the Law with Business with Foundation Year at the University of Hull can be made through UCAS or the university’s online application system. For additional guidance, prospective students are encouraged to contact one of our trained counsellors.

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