LLB Law in Practice
Course overview
The LLB Law in Practice at Swansea University is a 4-year programme that provides students with a good understanding of the key areas of law, allowing them to experience legal practice firsthand and develop essential skills that are useful in their future careers.
Throughout their law degree, students will develop excellent research and analytical skills and learn to present their ideas effectively both verbally and in writing. As their studies progress, students can choose from a wide range of specialised areas of law, including medicine, human rights, family, the environment, trade, employment, and media, enabling them to shape their own learning.
The programme provides a strong foundation for students who may wish to take the Solicitors Qualifying Examinations (SQE) in the future and satisfy the academic stage of training required by the Bar Standards Board for those wishing to become barristers.
Entry requirements
You will need to write a personal statement about why you want to take the course and any relevant experience. A reference from an academic or employer is also required. You can upload your CV to show your work experience.
Grade Requirements:
- Applicants are expected to have qualifications equivalent to A-levels at AAB-BBB. Other qualifications include a BTEC Diploma and, International Baccalaureate.
- The University also accepts a mix of the 3 highest qualifications from A-level.
English Proficiency:
- You need an overall IELTS Academic score of 6.0, with no individual skill score below 5.5.
- For students who do not meet these requirements, Swansea University offers a range of pre-sessional English training programmes before the degree course begins.
Scholarships
International Excellence Scholarships
Scholarships are awarded as a discount on tuition fees worth up to £5,000 in the first year of study, with a further £2,000 awarded in Year 2 (for £5,000 awardees only, subject to achieving a 70% average).
Swansea University Sport Scholarship
Financial support (of up to £2000).
Thrive Bursary
The Thrive bursary is a £4,000 reduction in tuition fees for the first year of study, with a progression bursary of £2,000 in subsequent years (applied as a discount off tuition fees).
Up to £4,000
Career opportunities
Graduates of the LLB Law in Practice from Swansea University are offered various professional roles, such as:
- Lawyer
- Policy Advisor
- Diplomat
- Compliance Officer
- Solicitor
Cost of study
For international students, the tuition fee for the LLB Law in Practice at Swansea University is £18,250.
Admission
Applications for this full-time undergraduate programme at Swansea University are made through UCAS. For further assistance, reach out to our trained counsellors.
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