LLB Law and Accounting & Finance

3 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

Aberystwyth University

Program Overview

The LLB Law and Accounting & Finance program at Aberystwyth blends core legal principles with essential financial expertise, making it perfect for students who want to pursue careers at the intersection of law and business. You’ll gain a solid understanding of legal systems while developing skills in accounting, finance, and analytical decision-making.

Curriculum Structure

Year 1: Your first year introduces you to the foundations of law and finance. You’ll study modules such as Contract Law, Introduction to Accounting, and Business and Finance Principles, building a solid base for both legal reasoning and financial understanding. Practical exercises, case studies, and group projects help you start applying theory to real-world scenarios.

Year 2: In your second year, you’ll explore more specialised legal and financial topics. Modules like Criminal Law, Corporate Finance, and Taxation and Law will develop your analytical and problem-solving skills, with opportunities to engage in research projects and group assignments that reflect professional challenges.

Year 3: The final year focuses on integrating your knowledge and preparing for professional practice. You’ll take advanced modules such as Company Law, Auditing and Financial Reporting, and a Legal Research Project, allowing you to conduct in-depth analysis, participate in moot courts, and develop practical skills for your future career.

Focus areas: Legal practice, corporate finance, accounting, taxation, business law.

Learning outcomes: Strong legal reasoning, financial analysis, research proficiency, problem-solving, professional communication.

Professional alignment (accreditation): Recognised qualifying law degree; pathways to legal professional training.

Reputation (employability rankings): High employability for graduates seeking roles in law, finance, or corporate sectors; strong university support for career progression.

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

At Aberystwyth, students on the LLB Law and Accounting & Finance program gain hands-on experience that bridges theory and practice, ensuring you’re ready for the professional world. From using cutting-edge financial software to participating in practical legal exercises, you’ll develop skills that are directly applicable in both law and finance careers. Small group projects, workshops, and real-world case studies help you collaborate, problem-solve, and make decisions just as you would in a professional setting.

To give you a clear sense of how this learning is structured and the resources available, you will experience:

Practical workshops in legal reasoning, advocacy, and financial analysis.
Access to specialised accounting and finance software for simulations and projects.
Moot court sessions and legal clinics for real-world legal experience.
Group projects and case studies linking law and financial decision-making.
Industry guest lectures and seminars with law firms and financial institutions.
Research support through the Aberystwyth Law Library and online financial databases.
Opportunities for internships and placements with local legal practices and financial organisations.
Field trips to courts, regulatory bodies, and corporate environments to see law and finance in action.

This combination of practical experience, professional tools, and industry engagement ensures that students leave the program confident, capable, and ready for their careers.

Progression & Future Opportunities

Graduating with an LLB in Law and Accounting & Finance from Aberystwyth University opens doors to a wide range of career paths where legal knowledge meets financial expertise. Graduates leave well-prepared for roles that require analytical thinking, regulatory understanding, and commercial awareness, making them valuable in both legal and business sectors:

Career Support: The university’s Careers and Employability Service offers tailored guidance, workshops, and networking opportunities to help students secure placements and graduate roles.
Typical Roles & Salaries: Graduates often move into roles such as Corporate Lawyer, Financial Analyst, Compliance Officer, or Business Consultant, with starting salaries ranging from £25,000 to £40,000 depending on the sector.
Industry Connections: Strong links with law firms, financial institutions, and accounting bodies provide internship opportunities and real-world exposure.
Accreditation Value: Completing this program provides long-term recognition from professional legal and financial bodies, enhancing employability.
Graduate Outcomes: Alumni often progress to senior roles in law, finance, and consultancy, or pursue specialized professional qualifications.

Further Academic Progression: Students can continue their studies by pursuing a Master’s in Law (LLM), Finance, or a specialized accounting qualification, or they may choose professional routes like the Legal Practice Course (LPC) or Chartered Accountant certifications, building on their combined legal and financial knowledge.