LLB (Hons) Law

3 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

Sheffield Hallam University

Program Overview

The LLB (Hons) Law at Sheffield Hallam gives you a strong foundation in English law while encouraging you to think deeply about justice, rights, and how law shapes everyday life. It’s ideal for students who are passionate about legal issues and want to build a future where they can make a real difference in society or within professional legal environments.

Curriculum Structure

Year 1

You begin by studying the essential building blocks of legal knowledge through subjects such as Introduction to Law and Legal Practice, Criminal Law, Principles of Contract Law, and Applied Human Rights and Justice. The first year focuses on understanding how the legal system works, how rights are interpreted, and how to analyse cases and legal problems with clarity and confidence.

Year 2

In your second year, you explore more advanced areas such as Land Law, Tort Law, Law of Trusts, and Legal Environments and Professional Skills. This stage helps you understand property rights, legal responsibility, and the professional side of the legal world, while also giving you the freedom to start choosing areas that interest you most.

Year 3

Your final year allows you to specialise in areas that match your future goals. You’ll study modules such as Professional Practice Experience while choosing from options like Commercial Law, Employment Law, International Criminal Law and Justice, Public Interest Law and Judicial Review, and Intellectual Property Law. This combination strengthens both your academic knowledge and professional readiness.

Focus areas (string)

English legal system, Contract, Criminal, Tort, Land and Trust Law, Human Rights and Justice, Commercial and Employment Law, Public Interest and International Law, Professional legal skills

Learning outcomes (string)

Ability to analyse legal problems, communicate legal arguments clearly, apply core principles of UK law, research effectively, and prepare for professional legal training

Professional alignment (accreditation)

This degree follows recognised UK academic standards in law and supports students who wish to progress toward solicitor or barrister training in England and Wales, alongside other legal or policy-based career routes.

Reputation (employability rankings)

Sheffield Hallam places strong emphasis on employability and practical legal experience, helping graduates gain the confidence and skills needed to succeed in professional legal environments, law firms, public sector roles or corporate legal teams.

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

a. Research Experience Summer Internships

SHU provides supervised research internships during the summer, allowing students to engage in hands-on academic research across various legal topics. These internships enhance subject knowledge and research skills, aiding in informed decisions about postgraduate studies.

b. Integrated Clinical Academic Programme

This programme offers interns academically supervised experiences in clinical academic research environments, equipping them with practical skills to undertake research projects.

Legal Clinics & Pro Bono Work

a. Hallam Legal Advice Centre

An integral part of SHU's law degree programme, this centre allows students to work on real civil law cases, prison law cases, and criminal appeals under the supervision of qualified solicitors. It provides free, independent, and confidential legal services to the university community and the public.

Mooting & Mock Trials

While specific details on mooting and mock trials at SHU are not provided in the available information, law schools typically offer such activities to develop students' advocacy skills. Engaging in these simulations can enhance public speaking and legal reasoning abilities.

Internships and Work Placements

a. Law in Practice Module

A flagship final-year module where students undertake one-day-a-week placements in various legal settings, including law firms, local authorities, in-house legal departments, and charities. These placements cover diverse practice areas, providing practical experience and networking opportunities.

b. Summer Internship Programmes

SHU students have access to paid summer internships, such as those offered by the British Business Bank's Legal and Governance Team, providing practical experience in legal settings.

Final-Year Legal Project / Dissertation

While specific details are not provided, undergraduate law programmes typically include a dissertation or research project component, allowing students to explore legal issues in depth and develop research and analytical skills.

Progression & Future Opportunities

Legal Career Pathways:

Solicitor: Graduates can progress to the Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE) route, supported by Sheffield's focus on practical legal skills and professional preparation.
Barrister: Students aiming to become barristers can take a Bar Training Course (BTC) and apply for pupillage.
Other legal roles include paralegal, legal assistant, caseworker, or court clerk.

Further Study Options:

Postgraduate qualifications such as an LLM (e.g., International Human Rights Law, Business Law)
PhD in Law for those interested in academic or policy-related careers
Courses in criminology, international relations, or business

Careers Beyond Law: