LLB Hons Law with Business

3 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

Queen Mary University of London

Program Overview

The LLB (Hons) Law with Business at Queen Mary University of London combines legal education with a strong foundation in business and management, preparing students for careers at the intersection of law, commerce, and enterprise. This program is perfect for those who want to understand how legal systems influence business operations, corporate governance, and global markets while gaining the analytical and strategic skills valued by employers worldwide.

Curriculum Structure:
In Year 1, you’ll explore the core principles of both law and business through modules such as Public Law, Contract Law, and Foundations of Management. These modules introduce you to the legal system and key business functions, building your ability to evaluate legal frameworks in a corporate setting.

In Year 2, your knowledge expands into more specialised areas like Tort Law, Criminal Law, and Marketing Theory and Practice. This year focuses on understanding how legal obligations and ethical considerations shape business decisions, while also developing your problem-solving and research skills through group projects and case studies.

In Year 3, you’ll integrate your legal and business expertise with modules such as Company Law, Commercial Law, and Strategy. The final year allows you to apply theory to practice by analysing how corporate law influences global business operations and risk management. You’ll also have the flexibility to pursue electives in areas like Employment Law or Entrepreneurship, depending on your career goals.

Focus Areas: Business law, corporate governance, commercial law, public law, management, marketing, strategy.

Learning Outcomes: Graduates develop strong analytical, legal reasoning, and business strategy skills, with the ability to interpret legal frameworks in commercial contexts and make informed, ethical business decisions.

Professional Alignment (Accreditation): The program is recognised as a qualifying law degree by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) and Bar Standards Board (BSB), providing a solid foundation for professional legal training and business leadership roles.

Reputation (Employability Rankings): Queen Mary University of London is ranked among the top UK universities for Law and Business, known globally for its innovative teaching, strong employer links, and high graduate employability in fields of law, finance, and corporate management.

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

At Queen Mary University of London, the LLB (Hons) Law with Business blends academic study with hands-on experience to help you develop the practical skills employers value most. From advising real clients to analysing live business cases, you’ll learn by doing — gaining a strong sense of how law operates in corporate and commercial environments. The program encourages collaboration, critical thinking, and leadership through real-world projects, workshops, and placements, supported by world-class resources and professional networks.

Here’s how you’ll gain practical, career-focused experience during your studies:

Legal Advice Centre: Work directly with real clients under qualified supervision, providing free legal advice and learning how to apply your legal knowledge in real situations.
Business Simulation Projects: Engage in group-based case studies and simulations that mirror real corporate challenges, enhancing your business strategy and decision-making skills.
Moot Court Room: Develop your advocacy and presentation skills by taking part in mooting sessions and competitions in a realistic courtroom environment.
Internships and Work Placements: Access professional experiences with law firms, financial institutions, and corporate organisations through Queen Mary’s Careers and Enterprise Office.
Digital Research Tools: Use leading professional platforms such as Westlaw, LexisNexis, and Bloomberg for legal and business research, analysis, and data interpretation.
School of Business and Management Resources: Collaborate in dedicated study spaces and utilise business analytics tools to explore real market data and corporate governance practices.
Professional Development Workshops: Take part in networking sessions, negotiation simulations, and commercial awareness seminars designed to prepare you for law firms, consultancy, and corporate roles.

These experiences ensure that you graduate not only with a qualifying law degree but also with the practical business insight and professional confidence to thrive in both legal and commercial sectors.

Progression & Future Opportunities

Graduates of the LLB (Hons) Law with Business program at Queen Mary University of London step into the professional world with a rare blend of legal expertise and business insight. This combination opens doors to diverse career paths across law, corporate governance, consultancy, and entrepreneurship. Students develop a strong understanding of how legal frameworks influence business decisions and gain the analytical, communication, and negotiation skills sought by employers in both sectors. Typical graduate roles include legal consultant, corporate lawyer, compliance officer, and business analyst.

The university’s strong emphasis on employability ensures that every student is supported throughout their career journey. Queen Mary offers a wide range of dedicated services and professional connections to help students launch successful careers:

Specialist career support through the School of Law’s Careers and Enterprise Centre, including CV workshops, networking sessions, and one-on-one coaching.
Professional partnerships with top firms such as Clifford Chance, Linklaters, and major financial institutions that offer insight days, placements, and recruitment opportunities.
High graduate success rate, with a majority of law graduates employed or pursuing further study within six months of graduation.
Accreditation value, as the program meets the academic stage of training for those wishing to qualify as a solicitor or barrister in England and Wales.
Industry connections that give students practical exposure to business and legal operations through internships, legal advice clinics, and entrepreneurship programs.

Further Academic Progression:
After completing this program, students can choose to advance their studies with postgraduate qualifications such as an LLM in Commercial or Corporate Law, Master’s in Business Management, or Legal Practice Course (LPC) / Bar Course (BTC) for those pursuing professional legal careers. These pathways allow graduates to specialize further and enhance their competitiveness in the global market.