University of Portsmouth

Course overview

The University of Portsmouth offers a practical approach to legal education that is perfect for students who desire to practice law within a private or public setting. This programme is designed to give you an understanding of how the law works while focusing on the practical skills that employers value. You'll gain hands-on experience through projects where there are pretend court trials and working on real legal case studies, all to teach you how to think and problem-solve like a lawyer.

The university’s teaching team bring you real-world experience as experts in the industry, delivering quality knowledge in an advanced learning environment, with access to modern facilities where you can develop practical skills needed for a successful career in the field.

Entry requirements

To apply, please provide a personal statement that details your interest and skills, a reference from a professor or employer, and a CV that showcases your relevant professional experience.

Grade Requirements:

  • To apply, candidates must have 112-120 UCAS points. This can be achieved with grades of BBB to BBC from three A-levels, a Merit in a T-level, or a DDM to DMM in a BTEC Extended Diploma.
  • Equivalent international qualifications are also accepted and will be assessed.

English Proficiency:

  • If English is not your first language, you need an overall IELTS score of at least 6.5, with no band score below 6.0.
  • You can also submit scores from tests like TOEFL or PTE.

Scholarships

  • Chancellor's Global Academic Merit Scholarship

    This scholarship will take the form of a £5,000 fee reduction that will apply to your first year of study.

    Up to £5,000
  • Sanctuary Scholarship

  • Sport Scholarships

    Please contact the provider

  • Vice Chancellor's Global Development Scholarship

    This scholarship will take the form of a £2,500 fee reduction that will apply to your first year of study.

    Up to £2,500

Career opportunities

The LLB Law at the University of Portsmouth prepares its graduates for numerous career paths, with opportunities in roles such as:

  • Barrister
  • Legal Advisor
  • Human Resources Manager
  • Management Consultant
  • Policy Analyst

Cost of study

International students joining the University of Portsmouth's LLB Law in the 2025/2026 academic year will pay a tuition fee of £17,200.

Admission

If you are interested in this course, you have two application options: through UCAS or the university's international application form. Our trained counsellors are available to provide further support.

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