Law with Politics and Human Rights (Hons) Goldsmiths, University of London

Overview

Why Law with Politics and Human Rights at Goldsmiths?

Goldsmiths, University of London, is renowned for its exceptional academic standards and innovative approach to education. The LLB in Law with Politics and Human Rights (Hons) is one of the highest-rated legal programmes in the UK, achieving the top position for student satisfaction in the Complete University Guide Law League Table 2024. The programme is specifically designed to prepare students for the Solicitors’ Qualifying Examinations (SQE) and the equivalent training for barristers. Goldsmiths has established strong partnerships with leading organisations, providing students with unique opportunities for professional growth and networking.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

- Domestic Fee: £9,535 per year - International Fee: £20,650 per year Visit the Fees and Funding section for a breakdown in your local currency.

Syllabus

The programme is structured across three years, with a blend of compulsory and optional modules that cover essential aspects of law, politics, and human rights. The curriculum includes:

• Year 1:
  • 21st Century Legal Skills (15 credits)
  • Contract Law (30 credits)
  • Criminal Law: Theory and Practice (30 credits)
  • Public Law and the Human Rights Act (30 credits)
  • English Legal System in a Global Context (15 credits)
• Year 2:
  • Challenges to Democracy (15 credits)
  • European Union Law in the UK (15 credits)
  • Land Law (15 credits)
  • Law of Tort (30 credits)
  • International Law and Politics (15 credits)
  • Trusts (15 credits)
  • Optional Module (choose one):
    • Global Governance and World Order (15 credits)
    • Black British Activism & Citizenship in the Twentieth Century (15 credits)
• Year 3:
  • Dissertation (30 credits)
  • Human Rights Law and Clinic (15 credits)
  • Politics and International Relations modules (30-45 credits)
  • Law modules (30-45 credits)

Guaranteed Work Experience

Students will have access to various work placement opportunities, including internships at leading law firms and involvement in Goldsmiths’ Law and Policy Clinics, which focus on real-world legal issues.

Careers with Law with Politics and Human Rights

Graduates of the LLB in Law with Politics and Human Rights (Hons) can pursue diverse career paths, including roles as solicitors, barristers, or positions in human rights organisations, the civil service, and the media. The programme equips students with the necessary skills and knowledge to excel in various sectors, including financial technology, academia, and public policy. Alumni have found success in prestigious organisations and continue to contribute to the field of law and human rights advocacy.