Law (Hons) Bangor University

Overview

Our dedicated team of lawyers will provide you with in-depth knowledge of the contemporary legal issues that shape our lives and society. As well as developing your legal skills, our strong links with the legal profession and industry ensure exciting practical opportunities for ‘real world’ experiences to set you up for your chosen career. 

The Law (Hons) course from Bangor University you'll build a strong foundation in core legal areas while understanding how law operates within a constantly evolving social, economic, and political landscape. This course not only meets the academic requirements for qualification as a barrister (Bar Standards Board compliant) but also provides essential knowledge for aspiring solicitors. Our unique curriculum also highlights distinct aspects of Welsh law that diverge from English law, preparing you for roles in organisations operating across jurisdictions, whether in Wales, England or beyond. 

Careers

Studying Law and Politics at Bangor not only prepares you for diverse careers within the legal profession and within political structures but also equips you for highly skilled roles in fields such as academia, business, finance, education, journalism, politics, activism, public policy, and social services. While our degrees meet the Bar Standards Board's requirements for barristers and provide essential knowledge for qualification as solicitors, they also open doors to a wide range of other career paths.

Some of our graduates have gone on to work for the Crown Prosecution Service, HM Prison and Probation Service, Ministry of Justice, UNESCO, local and national solicitors and various chambers to name a few. Typical roles may include:

• Advice worker

• Arbitrator

• Barrister

• Chartered legal executive (England and Wales)

• Conveyancer

• Civil servant

• Human resources

• Judge

• Journalist

• Lawyer

• Mediator

• Probation officer

• Political risk analyser

• Researcher

• Solicitor

• Teacher