Thinking about a future in law but need additional support before starting a university degree? The LLB (Hons) Law with Foundation Year is designed to help you develop the academic confidence, legal understanding, and study skills needed to succeed in higher education and the legal profession.

The integrated Foundation Year is ideal for students who may not currently meet the standard entry requirements for a law degree or for those returning to education after a break. You’ll receive dedicated support throughout your studies while building the essential skills required for university-level learning.

Build Your Future in Law

This course provides a strong foundation in legal knowledge while helping you develop valuable analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills that are highly respected across many industries and professions.

Whether your goal is to become a solicitor, barrister, or pursue opportunities in wider sectors such as politics, journalism, policing, business, or education, this degree offers an excellent starting point for your future career.

What You’ll Study

Throughout the course, you’ll explore key areas of law and legal practice, including:

• Contract Law
• Criminal Law
• Constitutional & Administrative Law
• Tort Law
• European & International Law
• Legal Research & Professional Skills
• Ethics & Justice
• Contemporary Legal Issues
  
  

The programme has been updated to reflect recent developments within the legal profession and modern legal practice pathways.

Flexible Study Options

You can study this degree either:

• At UK study centres
• Fully online through flexible learning
  
  

This flexibility allows you to balance your education alongside personal or professional commitments.

Specialist Legal Pathways

As you progress through the degree, you’ll have the opportunity to choose specialist pathways aligned with your future legal career goals, including:

• Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE 1) Pathway
• Bar Pathway
• International Bar Pathway
  
  

These options allow you to tailor your studies towards professional legal qualifications and international legal practice.

Learn from Experienced Professionals

You’ll study within a supportive learning environment led by experienced academics, legal practitioners, and research-active professionals who bring valuable industry knowledge into your studies.

The course focuses not only on legal theory but also on developing workplace-ready skills that employers highly value across multiple sectors.

Why Choose This Course?

• Foundation Year included for additional academic support
• Ideal preparation for university-level law study
• Develop strong legal, analytical, and communication skills
• Flexible study options available online or on campus
• Pathways aligned with SQE and Bar career routes
• Learn from experienced legal academics and professionals
• Prepare for careers in law, policing, journalism, politics, education, and more
• Gain a highly respected qualification with long-term career value