University of East Anglia UEA

LLB Law with American Law

University of East Anglia UEA

Course overview

The LLB Law with American Law at the University of East Anglia (UEA) is a four-year programme that combines the essential foundation subjects of an English law degree with a year of study in the USA. During this course, students will spend their third year at a partner American law school, such as Cumberland Law School in Alabama or South Texas College of Law. 

Learning methods include lectures, typically two hours per week per module, to address the subject structure and seminars held every week, where small groups engage in critical discussions. Assessment during this course involves coursework in the autumn term and formal examinations in the spring term, with opportunities for students to receive detailed feedback throughout the course.

Entry requirements

Candidates are required to present a statement explaining their reasons for taking the course and provide additional details about their past education. A letter of support from an academic referee or employer is also needed. Candidates can also include their CV when they apply to show any relevant work experience.

Grade Requirements: 

  • Candidates need  A Levels at AAB, BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma at DDD, or the International Baccalaureate. 

  • Equivalent international A-level qualifications are also accepted.

English Proficiency: 

  • Candidates from countries where English is not their first language need an IELTS score of 6.0 overall and at least 5.5 in each part of the test. 

Scholarships

  • International UG Merit Scholarship

    Year 1 Entry - £5,000 or £10,000; Year 2 - £5,000 or £4,000.

  • Music Scholarship

    Total Value: £3,000; Annual Value: £1,000

    Up to £3,000
  • The North Walsham Vikings RFC Bursary

    Minimum of £500 per scholarship. This amount may be higher, but it is at the discretion of the club and dependent on the number of recipients and level of ability.

    Up to £500
  • University of Sanctuary Scholarship

    Undergraduate level: the Home rate (£9,535 per annum) and an annual bursary (£9000); Postgraduate taught level: the Home rate (£10,675 per annum) and an annual bursary (£9000).

Career opportunities

Graduates of the LLB Law with American Law from the University of East Anglia (UEA) can pursue roles in the following sectors:

  • Legal Practice

  • Public Sector 

  • Financial Services 

  • Management and human resources

  • Media/journalism

Cost of study

International Students who want to study the LLB Law with American Law in the University of East Anglia (UEA) are to pay a tuition fee of £22,000 per year.

Admission

Those who wish to study the course should apply directly to the University's online platform. You can also contact our trained professionals for assistance with the process.

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