Law in Practice with Politics with a Foundation Year, LLB (Hons)

The LLB Law in Practice with Politics degree at Swansea University i s a specialised four-year programme that combines the study of law with an in-depth exploration of political systems, governance, and the dynamics of power., while also providing you with valuable workplace exposure. Grounded in a commitment to academic excellence, and informed by research, the programme combines both theory and practice, enabling you to gain a detailed understanding of how legal frameworks operate within broader political, social, and economic contexts, while critically examining the role of law in shaping governance and public policy. You will gain a comprehensive understanding of the foundations of legal knowledge, including Contract, Tort, Criminal Law, Public Law, Land Law, Equity and Trusts and EU Law.

These core subjects satisfy the academic stage of training required by the Bar Standards Board, and provide a strong basis for those wishing to take the Solicitors Qualifying Examination. In the third year of your LLB, you will undertake a paid internship with an employer in a legal setting. This will allow you to experience legal practice firsthand, where you can pick up key skills that will be infinitely useful in your future career.

As you progress you can develop specialist expertise in political topics such as g lobal environmental politics and British public policy, allowing you to pursue your interests while developing specialist expertise across two complementary disciplines.