Law and History (Hons) Liverpool Hope University

Overview

The Law and History (Hons) at Liverpool Hope University provides a comprehensive dual perspective on the forces that have shaped modern society and the legal structures that govern it. This combined honours programme is split equally between both disciplines, ensuring students develop a balanced expertise in legal principles and historical inquiry.

Why Law and History (Hons) at Liverpool Hope University?

Students benefit from a supportive academic environment where they are taught by active researchers and published authors. The university’s location offers unique access to local historic sites mentioned in the Domesday Book, alongside world-class institutions such as the Museum of Liverpool and the International Slavery Museum. For legal studies, the curriculum provides a robust foundation in the constitutional values of democracy and the rule of law. Facilities include access to rare books within Special Collections, and the university maintains close ties with National Museums Liverpool, offering distinctive opportunities for dissertation projects linked to professional museum work.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: GBP 15225 per year
• National fee: GBP 9790 per year

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Syllabus

The curriculum explores diverse periods from the Early Modern era to the present day, alongside the core pillars of the English legal system. Modules may include:

• Nationalism, Imperialism and Colonisation
• Gender and Identity
• Decolonisation
• Public Law
• Legal Theory and Practice
• Constitutionalism
• Research Methods

Careers with Law and History (Hons)

Graduates are equipped with highly valued analytical and communication skills suitable for a wide range of professional sectors. The programme prepares students for further training required for the Solicitors Qualifying Exams or for roles within the heritage and museum sectors. The ability to challenge interpretations and connect complex ideas across different subjects makes graduates attractive to employers in administration, government, and research-led organisations. The optional placement year further enhances employability by allowing students to apply their skills in real-world legal or historical settings.