LLB Hons Law

⚖️ Legal Advice Centre

Students can volunteer at the university's Legal Advice Centre, providing free one-off advice on employment, family, and housing law issues via video conferencing. Under the supervision of qualified lawyers, students gain hands-on experience in client interviews, legal research, drafting, and professional conduct. This experience not only enhances practical lawyering skills but also counts towards Qualifying Work Experience (QWE) for aspiring solicitors. ​UCAS+4University of Greenwich+4The Student Room+4

🏛️ External Legal Placements

Through the Legal Placement module, typically undertaken in the third year, students engage in placements with external organizations such as law firms, local authority legal departments, and community law centers. These placements provide real-world legal experience, allowing students to apply their knowledge in professional settings and develop essential skills sought by employers. ​University of Greenwich

🕊️ Innocence Project London

The university hosts the Innocence Project London, a law clinic and registered charity where students work on cases involving potential miscarriages of justice. This initiative offers a unique opportunity to engage in meaningful legal work, developing investigative and analytical skills while contributing to the broader legal community. ​University of Greenwich

🎤 Mooting and Mock Trials

Students can participate in mooting competitions and mock trials, honing their public speaking, legal research, and advocacy skills. These activities simulate real court proceedings, providing a platform to practice legal arguments and receive feedback, thereby enhancing courtroom readiness. ​University of Greenwich

🌍 Study Abroad Opportunities

The Study Abroad LLB Hons programme includes a year studying in Europe at one of the university's partner institutions. This experience broadens students' legal perspectives, exposes them to different legal systems, and develops transferable skills such as adaptability and cross-cultural communication. ​University of Greenwich

🤝 Employability Events and Mentoring

The university's Employability and Careers Team supports students in securing internships and placements. For instance, a first-year student, Rizwan, secured an internship at a city law firm with the team's guidance, gaining practical skills through mock negotiations, project tasks, and networking opportunities. ​University of Greenwich

⚖️ Legal Career Pathways:

• Solicitor: Graduates can pursue the Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE) to qualify as solicitors. Greenwich's offers SQE-aligned support and practical legal training.

• Barrister: Those aiming for the Bar can undertake a Bar Training Course (BTC) and apply for pupillage.

• Other roles include paralegal, legal executive, advocate, or tribunal officer.

📚 Further Study & Specialisation:

• LLM (Master of Laws) in areas like Criminal Justice, Human Rights, or International Law

• Postgraduate diplomas in legal practice, dispute resolution, or compliance

• PhD or MPhil for research or academic careers

💼 Careers Outside the Traditional Legal Route:

• Public sector and civil service roles, including local government and policy-making

• Regulatory and compliance roles in finance, healthcare, and corporations

• Charity, advocacy, and NGO work, especially in legal aid, immigration, or social justice

• Careers in education, human resources, and corporate governance

🧠 Transferable Skills Developed:

• Legal analysis and reasoning

• Oral and written advocacy

• Negotiation and mediation

• Problem-solving and strategic thinking