LLB (Hons) Law with Professional Legal Practice

3 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

Keele University

Program Overview

The Law with Professional Legal Practice degree at Keele is ideal if you know you want a law career and want real-world legal-practice skills from day one. You’ll study core legal theory but also get hands-on training — like drafting, interviewing, conveyancing and legal advising — so you graduate ready to step into law firms, legal departments or further training with confidence.

Curriculum Structure

Year 1:
You begin with the fundamentals: modules such as Legal Essentials, Obligations (covering contract and tort law), and Public Law give you a solid grounding in how the legal system works. You’ll also sharpen key academic skills — reading cases, interpreting statutes, and constructing legal arguments — so you build the foundation required for deeper legal study.

Year 2:
Now the focus shifts toward applying law in real-life contexts. You study Criminal Law, Real Property (Land Law) and European Union Law, and begin developing practical skills through simulated legal problems. This year helps you understand how different branches of law interact, and start thinking like a practising lawyer: analysing cases, balancing rights and obligations, and appreciating law in social context.

Year 3:
In the final year, you move deeper and more practical: modules include Equity & Trusts, Wills, Probate & Drafting, Residential Conveyancing, and Corporate Law. You also get to choose from project options — like a dissertation, law-reform proposal, pro bono work or a legal-advice clinic project — giving you a chance to specialise, reflect, and build a portfolio of real-life legal work.

Focus areas: contract law, tort law, public law, criminal law, property law, equity & trusts, conveyancing, wills & probate, corporate law, legal drafting & practice skills

Learning outcomes: in-depth understanding of core UK legal principles; ability to interpret and apply law practically; professional legal-practice skills (drafting, client advising, conveyancing, litigation-preparation); strong legal research, reasoning and communication abilities

Professional alignment (accreditation): This degree is structured to meet the requirements for legal professional training under the new qualifying regime — giving you a clear pathway toward solicitor qualification or other legal careers

Reputation (employability strength): Keele’s Law School combines academic strength with practical training, and graduates are well-equipped for roles in law firms, legal services, conveyancing practices, corporate legal departments or public-sector legal work.

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

This programme is designed to help you build real confidence by putting legal theory into action from your very first year. At Keele, you won’t just study the law — you’ll practise it in environments that mirror the realities of professional legal work. With access to modern facilities, hands-on legal practice opportunities, and expert guidance, you’ll develop the skills employers value, from client communication to drafting, advocacy, and applied problem-solving. You’ll also work with specialist digital tools and gain practical experience through immersive modules that mirror the training needed for the Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE).

Here’s how your learning becomes truly practical:

Access to Keele’s specialist Courtroom Suite, giving you a dedicated space to build advocacy, presentation and litigation skills.
Opportunities to take part in the Legal Advice Clinic, where students support real clients under supervision, honing interviewing and problem-solving abilities.
A dedicated Law Library with professional-level resources, case databases, and digital legal research platforms used in the industry.
Group-based projects and simulations within SQE-aligned modules such as legal writing, practical research, client interviewing, and case analysis.
Opportunities to participate in mooting and negotiation competitions, helping you sharpen critical thinking and public speaking in a realistic setting.
Support from the Keele Careers and Employability Service, including workshops focused on securing placements, pupillages, and legal sector roles.
Teaching supported by practice-focused staff, including qualified solicitors and barristers who bring real case experience into the classroom.
Access to professional networking events, employer visits, and talks that connect you with law firms and organisations across the region.

Progression & Future Opportunities

Studying the LLB (Hons) Law with Professional Legal Practice at Keele sets you up with a strong blend of academic legal knowledge and hands-on professional skills, making you highly competitive in the legal job market. Graduates often move into roles where they can confidently apply both their legal understanding and real-world experience, whether that’s within legal practice or in wider professional sectors. Typical career paths include trainee solicitor, paralegal, legal adviser, or roles in compliance and regulatory services.

To help you confidently take the next step in your career, Keele supports your professional development in several targeted ways:

Access to Keele’s dedicated Careers and Employability team, which provides personalised guidance, CV enhancement sessions, mock interviews, and employer networking events.
Strong links with local law firms, legal clinics, and professional organisations, giving students opportunities to gain insight and experience in real practice settings.
Professional pathway advantages through the integration of practical modules aligned with the Solicitors Qualifying Examination route, strengthening your long-term employability.
A proven track record of high graduate employment across Keele’s law programmes, supported by strong student satisfaction and outcomes.

Further Academic Progression:
If you choose to continue your studies after graduation, you’ll have clear pathways into postgraduate qualifications such as LLM degrees, specialist legal master’s programmes, or further professional training aligned with solicitor or barrister routes. This degree also provides a strong foundation for advanced study in areas like international law, commercial law, human rights, or professional legal practice.