Bachelor's Degree in Law

4 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

Autonomous University of Barcelona

Program Overview

The Bachelor’s Degree in Law at Autonomous University of Barcelona is designed to help you understand how law shapes society while building the skills you need to succeed as a modern legal professional. It’s a great fit if you’re curious about justice, enjoy debating ideas, and see yourself working in courts, corporate law, public service, or international fields.

Curriculum Structure

First Year

You’ll begin by building a strong legal foundation. Subjects like Theory of Law, History of Law and Institutions, and Constitutional Law help you understand where legal systems come from and how they function today, while Criminal Law and Roman Law introduce core legal principles that still influence modern practice. Along the way, you’ll develop essential skills in legal reading, reasoning, and structured argument.

Second Year

In the second year, your knowledge expands into key working areas of law. With courses such as Civil Law II & III, Administrative Law, European Union Law, and Public International Law, you start seeing how legal systems connect across borders and institutions. This is where law becomes more practical and globally relevant.

Third Year

Your third year moves closer to real professional practice. You’ll study Commercial Law II, Procedural Law I & II, Finance and Tax Law, and Employment and Social Security Law — subjects that lawyers deal with every day in business, courts, and public administration. It’s a year that sharpens your applied legal thinking.

Fourth Year

In the final year, you explore advanced and specialised topics like Private International Law and Human Rights Protection. You can personalise your path through electives such as Law and Technology or Criminal Law on High-Technology Crime, complete your Final Degree Project, and gain practical exposure through placements — so you graduate confident and career-ready.

Focus Areas (in a string):

Legal theory, civil and criminal law, constitutional and administrative law, procedural law, international and EU law, commercial and tax law, human rights, technology and law.

Learning Outcomes (in a string):

Strong legal reasoning, practical problem-solving, clear legal communication, ethical decision-making, research skills, and professional readiness for legal and policy careers.

Professional Alignment (Accreditation):

The program follows recognised European higher education standards and provides the academic foundation required for further professional legal training and practice pathways.

Reputation (Employability Rankings):

Studying here means learning at one of Spain’s most respected public universities, known for academic excellence, strong research culture, and an international environment that employers value.

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

At the Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona's Faculty of Law, our Bachelor's Degree in Law emphasizes experiential learning through hands-on facilities tailored to building real-world legal skills right from your undergraduate years. You'll dive into practical training using dedicated spaces like the IURISLAB Analysis and Study Areas, where research groups such as Antígona (focused on law, gender, and society) and Dones i Drets help you apply theory to contemporary issues. The Faculty of Law's Aula Magna hosts events and simulations that mimic professional legal environments, giving you confidence for courtroom scenarios.

Here's how our program equips you with essential tools and opportunities:
- IURISLAB Areas: Specialized study and analysis spaces for law students, supporting collaborative research in areas like gender and legal studies with dedicated groups.
- Faculty of Law facilities: Including the Aula Magna for practical sessions, debates, and guest lectures, integrated within the broader campus research ecosystem.
- Campus libraries and research institutes: Over 40 research centers near faculties, plus easy access to law-specific resources for in-depth projects.
- Free campus transport: Shuttle services connecting you to all buildings, including law facilities, for seamless access to group work and events.

Imagine gaining that edge—students who apply early often secure spots in these resources. Ready to take the next step toward your law career? Check the full UAB campus facilities here: https://www.uab.cat/web/campus-1345666707685.html. Let's chat about your application!

Progression & Future Opportunities

A Bachelor’s Degree in Law from Autonomous University of Barcelona opens the door to a wide range of meaningful and respected careers. Graduates build strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills that employers truly value, making them well prepared for professional legal pathways as well as roles in business and public institutions. Many students go on to become Lawyers, Legal Consultants, Corporate Legal Advisors, or Public Sector Officers — while others branch into policy, compliance, and international organisations.

Here’s how the university supports your journey from classroom to career:

Dedicated career support services — The university’s careers and employability teams guide you with personalised counselling, CV workshops, interview preparation, and job search strategies tailored to law students.
Strong employment outcomes — Graduates benefit from solid employability prospects thanks to the university’s academic reputation and practical training approach, helping many secure roles soon after graduation.
Close university–industry connections — Partnerships with law firms, public institutions, courts, and corporate organisations create valuable internship opportunities and real professional exposure during your studies.
Long-term qualification value — The degree follows recognised European higher education standards, giving your qualification credibility across Spain and internationally for legal training and professional pathways.
Well-rounded graduation outcomes — Students graduate with legal expertise, ethical judgment, research confidence, and real-world experience that make them workplace-ready from day one.

Further Academic Progression:
After completing this degree, you can continue toward professional legal qualification through postgraduate legal training and bar preparation pathways. Many graduates also choose specialised master’s degrees in areas such as International Law, Corporate Law, Human Rights Law, Criminology, Public Policy, or Business Administration — expanding their expertise and unlocking senior career opportunities in Spain and abroad.