Law LLB (Hons)

3 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

University of Bedfordshire

Program Overview

The Law LLB (Hons) at University of Bedfordshire gives you a clear, solid grounding in how law works — covering everything from core legal systems to the rights and responsibilities that shape society. It’s ideal if you’re curious about justice, want to build a career in law or legal advice, or simply want the skills to understand and influence society through legal knowledge.

Curriculum Structure

Year 1
In your first year, you’ll begin by exploring the fundamentals: how laws are structured, how courts work, and the basic principles that govern contracts, criminal justice, and civil obligations. You’ll learn to read and interpret statutes and legal texts — developing a mindset that thinks clearly about rights, responsibilities, and fairness.

Year 2
Moving into Year 2, you build on that foundation with deeper study: you’ll tackle areas like torts (for when things go wrong), property law (when ownership or land is involved), and public/constitutional law (how government and laws intersect). These units help you understand how law affects individuals, communities, and institutions — and how legal reasoning works when real-world conflicts arise.

Year 3
In your final year, you begin to shape your own direction. You’ll study advanced legal topics, choose optional areas that interest you (such as human rights, commercial law, criminal justice or others), and polish your skills in research, writing, critical thinking and legal analysis. By the time you graduate, you'll be ready to step into professional law training or a variety of roles where legal insight and clear thinking matter.

Focus Areas:
Legal foundations; Contract Law; Criminal Law; Tort & Property Law; Public & Constitutional Law; Advanced & elective legal topics; Legal reasoning & research; Critical thinking & advocacy

Learning Outcomes:
You’ll come away with a strong understanding of how laws operate and apply, the ability to interpret and analyse legislation and case law, sharpened skills in argumentation, research and writing, and confidence in handling legal problems and reasoning — all essential for a career in law or related fields.

Professional Alignment (Accreditation):
This LLB is designed to meet academic requirements for legal training paths — giving you a pathway toward becoming a solicitor, barrister or legal adviser, or working in any profession where legal knowledge and reasoning are valued.

Reputation & Graduate Prospects:
Graduates from this programme often step into careers in law firms, legal advice agencies, compliance and consultancy, public-sector roles or further postgraduate study — and benefit from a degree that offers practical legal preparation and a respected legal qualification foundation.

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

⚖️ 1. Law Clinic

The Law Clinic is a student-led initiative providing free legal support to the public in areas such as housing, consumer, and employment law. Students collaborate with academics, qualified lawyers, and local advisors on live cases, gaining hands-on experience in legal practice.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 2. Family Law Clinic

The Family Law Clinic offers advice on family law issues, including divorce, child custody, and international family law matters. This clinic provides students with the opportunity to work on real family law cases, enhancing their practical skills in this specialized area.

🏛️ 3. Moot Court

The university provides a Law Moot Court where students can practice and develop their advocacy skills. Mooting competitions allow students to argue fictional cases in a simulated court environment, helping them build confidence and legal reasoning abilities.

🧠 4. Research Projects and Dissertation

In their final year, law students undertake research projects and a dissertation, allowing them to conduct in-depth research on a legal topic of their choice. This project develops critical thinking, analytical, and academic writing skills, preparing students for potential postgraduate study or research-oriented careers.

🌍 5. Work Experience and Field Trips

Students have the opportunity to complete work experience at law firms such as Macfarlanes LLP and Machins Solicitors LLP, as well as at Luton County Court and the Crown Prosecution Service. These placements provide practical experience and count towards qualification as a solicitor. Additionally, students can participate in field trips to the Inns of Court, the Houses of Parliament, the UK Supreme Court, and Luton Crown Court.

Progression & Future Opportunities

⚖️ Legal Career Pathways:

Solicitor: Graduates can progress to the Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE) route, supported by DMU’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: