LLB Law

Pro Bono Legal Work

• The Community Law Clinic at Exeter Law School offers students the opportunity to engage in pro bono legal work, providing free legal advice and assistance to the public under the supervision of qualified professionals.​

Mooting and Advocacy

• Students can participate in various mooting competitions, simulating real court proceedings to develop their legal argumentation and public speaking skills. The university hosts events and competitions to provide platforms for students to showcase their advocacy skills.​

Legal Work Placements and Internships

• The university offers various legal work experience opportunities, including placements and internships with law firms and legal organizations. These experiences allow students to apply their legal knowledge in professional settings.​

Practice-Focused Assessments

• In the first year, students are taught how to draft a letter to a client, an essential skill for any solicitor. Optional practice-based modules further develop these skills, preparing students for real-world legal practice.​

Commercial Awareness Programme

• The Commercial Awareness Programme, run by the Leicester University Law Society, ensures students understand what employers and clients need from them. This program enhances students' awareness of the commercial aspects of legal practice.​

Student Law Societies

• The university hosts various student law societies that welcome students to join for social occasions, competitions, career development, and more. These societies provide platforms for students to engage with the legal community and enhance their professional skills.​

Postgraduate Study: Many Exeter law graduates pursue an LLM in areas such as commercial law, international law, human rights law, or environmental law. Some choose to continue their academic journey with a PhD in Law or pursue specialized qualifications in arbitration, sports law, or intellectual property law.

Graduates are well-prepared for careers as Solicitors or Barristers, with opportunities at top law firms like Clifford Chance, Ashurst, and Pinsent Masons, or securing pupillages at leading chambers such as Blackstone Chambers or Fountain Court Chambers.

Exeter law graduates excel in corporate law, banking law, and commercial litigation, often transitioning to in-house counsel roles with major multinational corporations.

Many pursue careers in public international law, working with international bodies like the United Nations, European Union, or World Trade Organization.

Many Exeter law graduates transition into consulting, finance, and policy development roles, leveraging their analytical and problem-solving skills in various industries.

Graduates also enter the public sector, working in government legal services, NGOs, or regulatory bodies focusing on human rights, criminal justice, or environmental law.

Exeter’s global alumni network and reputation provide access to career opportunities in international cities such as London, New York, Hong Kong, and Dubai.