LL.B. Law

The LL.B. Law degree at Canterbury Christ Church University is a comprehensive and challenging program that provides students with a solid foundation in legal principles, theories, and practices. The course covers a wide range of topics, including contract law, tort law, criminal law and procedure, constitutional law, and international law. Students will also develop skills in critical thinking, problem-solving, and effective communication, which are essential for a career in the legal profession. The program is designed to provide students with a deep understanding of the legal system and its role in society, as well as the practical skills needed to succeed in a competitive job market.

Additional Information

The LL.B. Law degree at Canterbury Christ Church University is accredited by the Bar Standards Board and the Solicitors Regulation Authority, which means that graduates are eligible to take the Legal Practice Course (LPC) or the Bar Professional Training Course (BPTC) to become a qualified lawyer. The program also offers opportunities for students to gain practical experience through internships, moots, and other legal clinics.

Discover Your Future in Law at Canterbury Christ Church University

Canterbury Christ Church University is an excellent choice for students pursuing an LL.B. Law degree due to its strong reputation for providing high-quality legal education. The university's location in Canterbury, a historic city with a rich legal heritage, provides students with access to a wide range of legal resources and opportunities for networking and career advancement. The faculty is composed of experienced legal professionals who are dedicated to teaching and mentoring students, ensuring that they receive the support and guidance they need to succeed in their chosen careers.

Study Law with us and join a challenging, vibrant, and friendly community, led by an experienced team of academics and practitioners - including solicitors, barristers, and international lawyers.

Your Law degree will enable you to progress to the vocational stage of lawyer’s training, to qualify as either a solicitor or barrister. This original and innovative course has been designed in consultation with senior managers to give you both theoretical and practical experience.

We are one of only a few universities across the country that offers a dual qualification: an LLB and Membership of the National Association of Licensed Paralegals (provided you choose specific module options), which means you graduate with a GradNALP in addition to your LLB enjoying Paralegal status.

As part of your degree, you will have the option to get involved with practical justice including opportunities to shadow a local judge and experience live mediations from our in-house Mediation Clinic. Through our strong links with the local community, the Citizens Advice, and the local courts, you will have the opportunity to act as a Community Legal Companion for unrepresented parties at court. This is an excellent opportunity for you to gain hands-on work experience in a legal setting.

A Levels: BBC

BTEC: DMM

Access: 15 Distinctions and 30 Merits 

International Baccalaureate:29 Points

Combinations: A combination of qualifications totaling 112 UCAS points

20 hours of work permit weekly for international students.