LLB (Hons) Law

3 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

Bournemouth University

Program Overview

The LLB (Hons) Law at Bournemouth University offers a thorough and engaging route into the legal profession, perfect for students who are passionate about understanding how law shapes society and impacts everyday life. Over three years, you’ll explore core legal principles while developing practical skills, preparing you for a wide range of roles in law, business, and public service.

Curriculum Structure

Year 1
In your first year, you’ll build a solid foundation in law, focusing on the basics of legal systems and key areas such as Contract Law, Criminal Law, and Public Law. Modules like English Legal System & Legal Skills introduce you to legal reasoning, case analysis, and professional ethics, setting the stage for more advanced study.

Year 2
The second year expands your knowledge into more complex legal areas while starting to apply skills in practical contexts. Courses such as Tort Law, Equity & Trusts, and Civil Procedure in Practice develop your understanding of how law operates in real-world scenarios, including dispute resolution and professional conduct.

Year 3
In your final year, the focus is on professional readiness and optional specialisation. Modules like Advocacy & Mooting, Legal Research Project, and Professional Ethics & Conduct refine your skills in argumentation, research, and client advisory, while opportunities for work placements or live projects give you practical experience before graduation.

Focus Areas

Core UK law knowledge, practical legal skills, professional ethics, advocacy, research, and employability readiness.

Learning Outcomes

Graduates will be able to apply legal principles to real-world scenarios, demonstrate advocacy and research skills, understand professional ethics, and be prepared for careers in law, business, public service, or further legal training.

Professional Alignment / Accreditation

The program aligns with the Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE) pathways and meets the requirements for professional legal training in England and Wales, giving graduates a strong foundation for qualifying as solicitors or pursuing related legal careers.

Reputation / Employability Rankings

Bournemouth University is recognised for strong law teaching and graduate employability, with students benefiting from practical learning, placements, and connections to law firms and professional networks. Graduates enter roles in legal practice, media law, public service, and business, often securing positions quickly after completing the degree.

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

At Bournemouth University, studying LLB (Hons) Law isn’t just about learning legal theory — it’s about gaining the practical skills and real-world experience that employers value. From day one, you’ll engage in activities that build your confidence, enhance your professional abilities, and prepare you for life in the legal sector. The course is designed to blend academic knowledge with hands-on learning, ensuring you graduate ready to hit the ground running.

Students benefit from a variety of experiential opportunities, including:

Mooting and Advocacy Workshops: Practise courtroom skills, debate legal scenarios, and refine persuasive communication through simulated court sessions.
Legal Research Projects: Apply your research, analysis, and problem-solving skills to real-world legal questions, developing critical thinking and professional writing.
Placements and Internships: Work with law firms, public sector organisations, or corporate legal departments to gain first-hand experience in professional environments.
Group Projects and Case Studies: Collaborate with peers to analyse complex legal issues, mirroring teamwork and client-based scenarios in practice.
Access to the University Library and Digital Resources: Utilise an extensive collection of legal texts, journals, databases, and online research tools essential for modern legal practice.
Professional Skills Modules: Develop negotiation, client advisory, and ethical decision-making skills through interactive workshops and seminars.
Field Visits and Industry Engagement: Attend court visits, networking events, and talks from legal practitioners to understand the dynamics of the legal profession.

This hands-on approach ensures that by the time you graduate, you’ll have both the knowledge and the practical experience to thrive in law or related sectors.

Progression & Future Opportunities

Graduates of the LLB (Hons) Law at Bournemouth University leave with the skills and knowledge to embark on a variety of legal and related careers. Many go on to roles such as solicitor, barrister, paralegal, legal executive, or work in compliance, human resources, or public sector advisory positions. The course equips you with professional, analytical, and ethical skills highly valued by employers in the UK and internationally.

To support your career ambitions, the University provides a range of services and opportunities:

Careers and Employability Services: Personalised career guidance, CV and interview workshops, and access to job vacancies tailored to law graduates.
Placement and Work Experience Support: Opportunities to gain real-world experience through internships, legal clinics, and volunteering, enhancing practical skills and professional networks.
Graduate Employment Stats: Bournemouth University graduates consistently achieve strong employability outcomes, with many entering full-time professional roles within six months of graduation.
Industry Partnerships: Close links with law firms, chambers, and public sector organisations in Bournemouth and London provide networking, mentorship, and potential placement opportunities.
Professional Accreditation Value: The programme is recognised as a Qualifying Law Degree, providing the first stage required for legal professional training in England and Wales.
Graduation Outcomes: Alumni progress into legal practice, corporate roles, or further study, with transferable skills applicable across business, compliance, and advisory sectors.

Further Academic Progression: Graduates can continue their studies by pursuing the Legal Practice Course (LPC) to become a solicitor, the Bar Professional Training Course (BPTC) to become a barrister, or postgraduate law degrees such as LLMs or specialised master’s programmes in areas like international law, corporate law, or criminology.