Law (Graduate Entry) (Hons) Lancaster University

Overview

Taught by leading experts, in Law (Graduate Entry) (Hons) at Lancaster University you’ll gain a solid foundation in the legal system and a set of skills and experiences that will set you on a path to success.

Why choose Lancaster for your 2-year Graduate Entry LLB?

• Join a welcoming international community at our safe green campus
• Study in historical Lancaster on the edge of the English Lake District
• Get hands on practical experience in our pro bono Law clinic
• Benefit from essential career networking opportunities via our Law fair and visits from leading law firms, alumni and external speakers
• Participate in the many social, sporting and professional events organised by our Law Society
• Open a path to further vocational training as a solicitor or barrister

What practical experience does the course offer?

Hands-on experience can give you the edge in your career and a real taste of working within the profession. You can take part in our Law Clinic where you will interview clients and, supervised by a qualified solicitor, offer free legal advice to the local community on a range of areas including contract law, consumer disputes, and wills and probate. You can join the Street Law project and deliver interactive sessions out in the community on topics like cyberbullying.

What are the professional, networking and social opportunities?

We have strong links to Chambers, Law firms and related professions from across the UK, including Magic Circle firms from London. There are a range of beneficial activities and events on offer including:

• Alumni visits and lectures
• A recruitment Law Fair attended by large law firms and barristers’ chambers
• The student led Law society where you can take part in activities such as mooting in our purpose-built Mock Court Room
• Career events and negotiation and mediation competitions judged by barristers and members of the judiciary
• Law Dinner and Ball
• Sporting events including netball and football

All of this should help you to make professional connections, learn more about their firms, and get a head start on your career in Law. At the same time, you will find yourself part of a friendly student and staff community where you will feel at home.