University of Birmingham has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
Course summary
Our undergraduate LLB Law degree immerses you in the intricate study of Law in theory and practice. Studying for an undergraduate Law degree is an intellectually demanding, thought-provoking and exciting experience, which will help you to think logically, communicate clearly and develop a critical attitude to law. Our unique undergraduate Law programmes at Birmingham Law School are designed to provide both a strong academic experience as well as vocational development; a balance that’s highly sought after by employers in both law and non-law sectors. You will also have the flexibility to specialise more and more as you progress to really focus on what interests you, with opportunities to study anything from Cyber Law to Environmental Law. For almost 100 years Birmingham Law School have made a major contribution to teaching and scholarship, and you’ll learn from prestigious academics who are working at the top of their field influencing law and policy around the world. Why study this course? Real-world opportunities - UoB placement schemes, annual law fairs, and visits to leading firms connect you to the sector. Our Centre for Employability, Professional Legal Education and Research (CEPLER) runs pro bono groups, mooting competitions, and more. Extensive choice of modules - You can tailor your undergraduate Law degree to suit your interests in the final year with our vast range of optional modules including topics such as Counter Terrorism Law, Advocacy and Employment Law in Practice. Optional year abroad opportunities - Study overseas at a partner institution and experience an incredible new culture, an alternative perspective on Law, and a different academic environment. Undergraduate Law students have had the opportunity to study all over the world in countries including Canada, Australia, Singapore, Hong Kong, France, Germany and Japan. Employment opportunities - As the 3rd most targeted University for Graduate Employability in the 2023 High Fliers Report, recent Law graduates have gone on to work for companies including Eversheds, Pinsent Masons, Gowling WLG and HSBC. 89% of our law students are in work or further study 15 months after graduation (Graduate Outcomes Survey 2022). Change the world - Join 1 of 14 Pro Bono Projects including supporting the work of the Amicus Charity helping secure equal access to justice for those facing the death penalty in the United States or Our Environmental Law Matters research team informing policy on electric car battery recycling. Supporting diversity in the sector - All Birmingham Students' are members of the Birmingham Law Society, the largest and most diverse Law society outside of London. Top 25 for Law in The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2024 25th for Law (Joint) in The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2024
Modules
First-year modules cover a broad base of the subject and are designed to introduce you to ways of studying at university. By the final year the modules you take will become more specialised and reflect the research expertise of the academic staff. More detailed module information can be found on the ‘Course detail’ tab on the University of Birmingham’s coursefinder web pages.
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:
- M100
- Institution code:
- B32
- 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 - AAA
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - D*D*D*
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 32 points
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024)
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal
Student Outcomes
Operated by the Office for Students
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
Go onto work and study
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Republic of Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| England | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9250 | Year 1 |
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
For details of the annual tuition fee for International Students please see the course web page listed in the 'course details' section above.
If you are made an offer to study by the University, the yearly tuition fee will be stated in your offer letter.
Provider information
University of Birmingham
Edgbaston
Birmingham
B15 2TT