Law with Modern Languages

Highlights

Gain a solid grounding in Law and learn or enhance your French or Spanish skills. Experience new cultures studying abroad for a year on this four-year degree, boosting your future employability. Benefit from a supportive study environment with easy access to lecturers and classes taught by internationally respected researchers.

Take advantage of our moot court and dedicated law library. Gain expertise in core legal subjects that satisfy the Bar Standards Board's requirements for barristers and provide essential knowledge for solicitors. Broaden your perspective and improve your communication and learn skills to be able to interact with clients and colleagues in different languages.

Active student LangSoc, Law Society, mooting competitions, field trips to judicial institutions such as the UK and Welsh Parliaments, Supreme Court, and variety of guest speakers.

Course overview

Graduating with an degree in Law with Modern Languages degree will help you stand out in an increasingly competitive, global workplace. Whether you want to work overseas or with an international law firm in the UK, the ability to communicate with foreign offices, clients and colleagues offers a distinct advantage. On this four-year LLB degree, alongside core Law modules you can study French or Spanish and can spend a year abroad studying in a country that speaks that language.

At Bangor University, we bring the study of law to life. Take part in mock trials, internal moots in English and Welsh, visit law firms, judicial institutions, and government institutions. You'll also have the chance to hear from practising lawyers, legal experts, and specialist law firms.

Extra-curricular activities from our active student-run Law Society include the popular ‘LawSoc balls’ and trips to law fairs. Our Modern Languages staff have expertise in translation, film, literature, travel writing, performance, visual cultures, popular culture, socio-political change and transnational cultures. A degree in law and Modern Languages helps to develop practical competencies including research skills, an analytical mind, the ability to listen, form sound arguments, read and quickly process complex information.

This course not only meets the academic requirements for qualification as a barrister (Bar Standards Board compliant), but also provides essential knowledge for aspiring solicitors. Amongst an attractive array of modules, you can also choose vocational subjects tested in the Solicitors’ Qualifying Examinations (SQE) - such as Business Law, Wills and Estates, and Property Practice - providing you with a gateway to professional training to become a solicitor. Read more Course options

Placement year

What is the Placement Year? This exciting opportunity allows you to spend a year working with a self-sourced, professional organisation relevant to your studies. You'll typically start between June and September of your second year and finish by the following June or September.

Placements can be UK-based or even overseas. Why choose a Placement Year? Gain practical experience that complements your academic learning Make valuable industry contacts that could open doors for future careers Strengthen your employability by gaining real-world experience.

How does the Placement Year work? With dedicated support from your Academic School and our Careers and Employability Services, you will be fully equipped to find the perfect placement to complement your degree. We will guide you through the process of securing and finalising your placement arrangements.

Is the Placement Year for you? There is no need to decide now. You will have the chance to explore the Placement Year option after starting your course at Bangor University.

We'll provide all the information you need to make an informed decision. Ready to find out more? Discover the exciting work experience opportunities available by visiting the Work Experience During Your Degree section on our website…