Law (Hons) Keele University

Overview

The Law (Hons) at Keele University provides a dynamic legal education that explores the impact of law on society and individual lives. This programme is designed to equip students with a robust understanding of legal principles while offering numerous opportunities for hands-on experiential learning. By engaging with both theoretical and practical aspects of the field, students prepare for diverse careers in the legal profession and beyond.

Why Law (Hons) at Keele University?

• Study at a Law School ranked in the Global Top 250 by the Times Higher Education World University Subject Rankings 2023.
• Benefit from award-winning practical initiatives such as the Community Legal Outreach Collaboration Keele (CLOCK) and on-campus Legal Advice Clinics.
• Access a dedicated Moot Court Room to refine public speaking and advocacy skills in a realistic legal environment.
• Enhance your global perspective with the option to undertake an international year or a professional placement year.
• Learn from leading academics and legal practitioners within a campus-based community that holds a Double Gold rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: GBP 18200 per year
• National fee: GBP 2026 per year

Visit the Fees and Funding section for a breakdown in your local currency.

Syllabus

Modules may include:

• Legal Essentials
• Obligations
• Public Law
• Critical Legal Studies
• Criminal Law
• Real Property
• European Union Law
• Trusts
• Commercial Law

Careers with Law (Hons)

Graduates from this programme are well-prepared for the professional legal market, developing transferable skills in research, problem-solving, and critical analysis. Many students progress to qualify as solicitors or barristers, supported by the university's strong links with law firms in London, Birmingham, and Manchester. The degree also provides a foundation for success in various other sectors.

Potential career paths and roles include:

• Solicitor or Barrister
• Legal Researcher or Paralegal
• Mediator or Arbitrator
• Civil Service and Politics
• Human Resources and Business
• Journalism and Media
• Charities and Education

The Careers and Employability team provides ongoing support, including mock interviews, CV advice, and exclusive networking events such as the annual Law Fair and Legal Dining evenings.