3Oct
UndergraduateQueen Mary University of London has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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Course summary
Law and politics are deeply intertwined. Both subjects have a huge impact on all our lives regardless of age, ethnicity and social background. And the world needs new ways of analysing the most important global questions from both arenas. Cover the compulsory modules needed to meet Bar Council and Law Society requirements to enter the profession. You'll learn to think like a lawyer, undertake legal research and apply your knowledge of legal and political science to solving broad social problems. You can even immerse yourself in the world of politics by studying abroad, completing work placements and taking part in simulation activities. Set yourself up for success Taught by expert academics, you’ll cover everything from Acts of Parliament and EU legislation, to mastering the skills you need to understand legal documents. Study topics like postcolonial and sociological theoretical approaches to war, development and foreign policy. Then you’ll pick from a range of specialist fields – such as criminology, intellectual property or medical negligence. Home to the QM Legal Advice Centre. Host of the “ReImagineLaw” podcast. Hub for experienced practitioners, researchers and honorary King's Counsel members. And connected with legal experts from major city firms such as Reed Smith and CHANEL’s legal team. You’ll be surrounded by excellent resources and networks to boost your learning. Ready to take your first step to becoming a barrister, solicitor or government official?
Modules
Compulsory Modules YEAR 1 Public Law Contract Law I: Formation and Vitiation Contract Law II: Terms, Breach and Remedies Law in an Context – Semester A Thinking Politically: Introduction to Concepts, Theories and Ideologies Semester B: Background to British Politics OR Global Histories Please note that all modules are subject to change.
Assessment method
First year students studying the LLB in Law and Politics receive approximately 12 hours of contact time per week. For each Law module there is usually a two-hour lecture supplemented by a one-hour weekly or fortnightly small group tutorial. Modules taken in the School of Politics and International Relations typically have a one hour lecture and one hour seminar per week. Assessment typically includes written exams, oral presentations, midterm essays and coursework. In the final year of all our law programmes, students have the option to research and write a dissertation on a legal topic in place of a taught module.
How to apply
29Jan
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- ML13
- Institution code:
- Q50
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - Not accepted
A level - A*AA
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Access to HE Diploma - D: 45 credits
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 36 points
Extended Project
GCSE/National 4/National 5
English language requirements
All applicants to QMUL must show they meet a minimum academic English language standard for admission and to be successful on the course. Please refer to the website below for details on our English Language requirements by course and acceptable alternative qualifications. You will also find important information regarding UKVI's English requirements if you are applying as an international student who will require Tier 4 immigration permission to enter the UK.
Queen Mary University of London: English Language Requirements
http://www.qmul.ac.uk/international/englishlanguagerequirements/index.html#
Student Outcomes
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Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
Go onto work and study
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £9250* | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9250* | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250* | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9250* | Year 1 |
*This is a provisional fee and subject to change.
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
Our most recent information regarding tuition fees can be found at http://www.qmul.ac.uk/tuitionfees/
Provider information
Queen Mary University of London
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