Bachelors in Law

The Bachelor's in Law at the University of the Balearic Islands (UIB) is a comprehensive 4-year, 240-credit program offered in-person at the Faculty of Law, designed to equip you with essential legal knowledge and skills for a successful career in law or related fields. It's perfect for students from any background who enjoy analysis, reflection, and clear communication, building a strong foundation in legal principles while preparing you for professional practice—imagine gaining the tools to interpret laws, resolve disputes, and navigate real-world legal challenges right here in the beautiful Balearic Islands.

Curriculum Structure
First Year
You'll start with the fundamentals to build a solid base, diving into Basic Notions of Law to grasp core concepts, General Theory of Law for understanding legal systems, and History of Law to see how laws evolved over time. Courses like Foundations of Law I and Economic Environment introduce key principles and societal contexts, while Introduction to Jurisdictional Law gets you thinking about courts and procedures early on—it's an exciting entry point that sparks your passion for justice.

Second Year
Building momentum, you'll explore deeper structures with Criminal Procedure to learn trial processes and defenses, Civil Procedure of Declaration for handling evidence and claims, and Administrative Action in Specific Sectors to tackle government-related issues. Subjects such as Legal Consequences of Crime and Crime Against Personal Property and Contractual and Tort Responsibility sharpen your skills in accountability and rights, making complex cases feel approachable and relevant.

Third Year
Here, the focus shifts to specialized applications, including Real Rights (Property Law) and their Publicity for property disputes, Collective Work Relations on labor unions and negotiations, and Constitutional Law: Organisation of the State to understand government powers. You'll also cover Individual Work Relations and Commercial Contracts and Securities, blending theory with practical scenarios that prepare you for business and employment law in today's economy.

Fourth Year
The final year hones advanced expertise through electives and integrations like Civil Law in the Balearic Islands for local nuances, International Civil Procedural Law on global disputes, and Criminology to analyze crime patterns and prevention. With options in Environmental Law and Self-regulation and Alternative Means of Conflict Resolution, you'll emerge ready to innovate in arbitration or policy, tying everything together for real professional impact.

Focus Areas
Civil and procedural law, criminal justice, constitutional and administrative systems, labor relations, commercial contracts, international law, and Balearic-specific civil law—tailored to give you versatile expertise.

Learning Outcomes
Acquire basic legal knowledge for interpretation and application; master dispute resolution mechanisms, public administration interactions, and procedural strategies; develop negotiation, evidence handling, and transnational conflict skills to excel as a legal professional.

Professional Alignment (Accreditation)
This official UIB degree meets Spanish standards for legal training, serving as the foundation for the Master's in Legal Practice (required for bar certification) and aligning with national lawyer accreditation via practical modules and exams.

Reputation (Employability Rankings)
UIB's Law program optimizes high employment rates, training graduates for immediate job success in legal practice, public administration, and business—backed by the Faculty of Law's strong regional commitment and 200 annual places.