LLB Law

The Birmingham City University LLB Law programme is specifically designed to provide a strong foundation for a career in law. This course meets the requirements for the Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE) and also aligns with the standards set by the Bar Standards Board. It successfully balances academic study with practical application, ensuring students gain essential lawyering and transferable skills.

The curriculum covers both the theoretical aspects of law and its practical application. Innovative assessment methods are employed throughout the programme, and students are encouraged to participate in extracurricular activities such as the Mooting Society. The course also provides valuable placement opportunities with local legal providers and through the university's own Law Clinic.

Birmingham City University is an institution dedicated to practical learning, ensuring students gain real-world skills and providing many opportunities for international engagement. The university makes available many different courses for its students at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels. These programmes cover areas such as Engineering, Business, Law, Health, Education, Arts, Design, and Media. Students benefit from modern facilities, including specialised laboratories and learning spaces, which all contribute to a supportive environment and improve future career prospects.

You are required to submit a personal statement in which you discuss your reasons for applying for the course and other relevant information regarding your studies. A relevant academic and/or employer reference is also required. You also have the option to upload their CV along with your applications to demonstrate their work experience.

Grade Requirements: 

• Applicants typically need 112 UCAS Tariff points, including A-Levels, BTEC, T Levels, and Access to Higher Education Diplomas. 
• The university accepts international qualifications that are equivalent to A-levels.

English Proficiency: 

• For applicants whose primary language is not English, an IELTS score of 6.0 overall is required, with no individual component scoring below 5.5. 
• Other equivalent English language test scores, like PTE and TOEFL, are also accepted.

For the 2025/26 academic year, the tuition fee for international students taking the LLB Law at Birmingham City University is £17,690.

There are several scholarship opportunities at Birmingham City University to assist undergraduate students with their studies. These include the High Achievers' Scholarship, offering £1,000 to those achieving 144 UCAS points, and the Accelerate Scholarship, also worth £1,000, for students from lower-income households. Additional opportunities are available, such as Sports Scholarships for high-performing athletes, Music Scholarships and Bursaries from the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire, and the Millennium Point Scholarship for talented STEM students.

Graduates develop a comprehensive set of skills and knowledge essential for their chosen legal careers. Potential career paths include:

• Solicitor
• Barrister
• Paralegal
• Legal Advisor
• Compliance Officer
• Law-Related Public Service Roles

You can submit your applications directly through the university’s online application form. Our experienced counsellors can help you through this process.