LLB (Hons) Law with Business

3 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

Oxford Brookes University

Program Overview

The LLB Law with Business at Oxford Brookes combines a strong foundation in legal principles with practical business knowledge, giving you the skills to navigate both the legal and commercial worlds. It’s perfect for students who want a career in law, business consultancy, or corporate governance, or simply wish to gain versatile skills that make them highly employable.

Curriculum Structure

Year 1

In your first year, you’ll focus on core legal principles alongside essential business concepts. Modules such as Legal Method, Contract Law, and Introduction to Business introduce you to the frameworks of law and business, helping you understand how they intersect in professional practice. This year builds your analytical and problem-solving skills while familiarising you with practical case studies.

Year 2

The second year deepens your knowledge with subjects like Tort Law, Company Law, and Business Strategy. You’ll analyse complex cases, explore corporate structures, and engage in group projects that simulate real business and legal challenges. Optional modules allow you to begin specialising in areas of law or business that suit your career interests.

Year 3

In your final year, you consolidate your learning and specialise further with modules such as Commercial Law, Corporate Governance, and a Business-Law Integration Project. You’ll tackle real-world scenarios, conduct independent research, and develop solutions that require both legal reasoning and business insight. By the end, you’ll graduate ready to work in law, business, or combined roles that demand both skill sets.

Focus Areas

Legal reasoning, contract and commercial law, tort and company law, business strategy, corporate governance, legal-business integration.

Learning Outcomes

Develop critical thinking and analytical skills, apply legal knowledge in business contexts, conduct independent research, communicate effectively in legal and commercial environments, and gain practical problem-solving expertise.

Professional Alignment (Accreditation)

The degree is a Qualifying Law Degree, meeting the academic stage required for progressing towards solicitor or barrister training in the UK.

Reputation (Employability & Rankings)

Oxford Brookes is known for its supportive law school, strong industry connections, and high graduate employability, with many students entering skilled legal or business roles shortly after graduation.

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

Studying Law with Business at Oxford Brookes is designed to give you practical skills that you can use in real-world legal and business settings. Throughout the course, you’ll not only study theory but also apply your knowledge through hands-on activities, interactive workshops, and real-life simulations. The university provides excellent facilities and support to help you gain confidence and experience in professional environments, preparing you for both legal and business careers.

Opportunities and practical experiences include:

Moot Court and Legal Simulations: Practice courtroom advocacy and negotiation skills in realistic settings.
Business and Legal Project Work: Group projects that integrate legal principles with business strategy, helping you solve complex challenges collaboratively.
Internships and Work Placements: Opportunities to gain professional experience in law firms, corporate organisations, or public institutions.
Pro Bono Work and Legal Clinics: Participate in the Legal Advice Clinic to advise real clients under supervision.
Professional Software and Databases: Access tools for legal research, case analysis, and business analytics to develop technical skills.
Guest Lectures and Industry Seminars: Learn from experienced lawyers, business consultants, and industry leaders.
Field Visits: Experience corporate environments, courts, and regulatory bodies to understand professional practice.
Oxford Brookes Libraries and Learning Centres: Comprehensive access to legal, business, and interdisciplinary resources for study and research.

These experiences ensure you graduate not only with strong academic knowledge but also with practical skills, professional confidence, and a portfolio of real-world experiences that employers value.

Progression & Future Opportunities

Graduating with an LLB Law with Business equips you with a unique blend of legal knowledge and business acumen, making you highly versatile in the job market. You could pursue careers as a solicitor, barrister, corporate lawyer, business analyst, compliance officer, or work in management roles within private and public sectors. The combination of law and business skills ensures you are well-prepared to adapt to diverse professional environments:

Dedicated Careers Support: Oxford Brookes offers personalised guidance through Careers & Employability Services and Law School Careers Tutors, including CV workshops, mock interviews, and networking events.
Employment Outcomes: Graduates enjoy strong employability, with many entering legal firms, corporate organisations, or public sector roles shortly after graduation; median starting salaries are competitive for entry-level positions in law and business.
University–Industry Partnerships: Partnerships with law firms, multinational businesses, and local enterprises provide placement opportunities, guest lectures, and collaborative projects.
Accreditation Value: The LLB is a Qualifying Law Degree, satisfying the academic stage needed to progress toward solicitor or barrister training in the UK.
Professional Development: Pro bono work, moot courts, and business-law integration projects help build a portfolio of practical skills recognised by employers.

Further Academic Progression:
After completing the LLB, you can take the Solicitors Qualifying Exam (SQE) or Bar Professional Training Course (BPTC) to practise law in the UK. Alternatively, you could pursue a master’s (LLM) in areas such as commercial law, corporate governance, international law, or human rights to specialise and enhance your career prospects further.