Course Overview
The LLB (Hons) Law and Legal Practice Degree is a comprehensive three-year program designed to provide students with a thorough understanding of English law and practical legal skills. This unique program is the first and only LLB course accredited by the Chartered Institute of Legal Executives (CILEx) Regulation, allowing graduates to be exempt from the whole CILEx professional education standards assessments. Students will develop professional legal skills through hands-on clinical practice, gain Westlaw UK certification, and have the opportunity to work in the Bloomsbury Law Clinic. The program covers all essential areas of law including contract, criminal, land, public, and EU law, while providing pathways to multiple legal professions including Chartered Legal Executive, Solicitor, and Barrister.
Course Structure
Year 1 (Level 4)
Law and the Legal System
Broad understanding of legal methods and systems including nature of law, classifications, sources, precedent, statutory interpretation, court structure, and core contract principles.
Clinical Legal Practice
Develop professional legal clinical skills including client care, professional conduct, collaborative working, file management, client interviews, legal research, and drafting. Achieve Westlaw UK Basic Certification.
Dispute Resolution
Broad overview of Contract and Tort law with focus on key aspects of civil litigation in contractual or tortious disputes.
Public and EU Law
Understanding of UK constitution, key principles, European Convention on Human Rights, Human Rights Act 1998, and impact of EU Law following Brexit. Study public bodies and judicial review.
Year 2 (Level 5)
Criminal Law and Practice
Principles of criminal liability including strict liability offences, homicide, specific defences, non-fatal offences, property offences, attempts, and general defences.
Land Law and Conveyancing
Key principles, rules, and concepts of Land Law. Skills to critically analyse and apply concepts to solve practical problems. Principles of conveyancing and property transfer.
Equity, Wills and Probate
Fundamental principles, rules and concepts governing Equity, Wills and Probate. Critical analysis and application to real-life scenarios including trusts and wills.
Conduct, Professional Ethics and Accounts
Understanding of conduct regulations (SRA and CILEx Codes), CILEx Accounts Rules, advanced Westlaw UK certification, and AI in legal services.
Year 3 (Level 6)
Civil Litigation and Advocacy
Key principles and techniques of Civil Litigation and Advocacy. Develop advocacy skills for real-life situations. Legal professional ethics and duties of adviser and advocate.
Immigration Law and Practice
Legal framework governing immigration including Human Rights Act, EU Law, and UK immigration rules. Ethical considerations and practical skills for client advice.
Conveyancing
Comprehensive understanding of conveyancing process. Legal professional ethics in conveyancing. Critical analysis and application of key issues in practical situations.
Criminal Litigation and Advocacy
Essential knowledge and skills for criminal lawyers. Key advocacy skills and techniques. Legal professional ethics in criminal litigation. Duties of adviser and advocate.
Business Law and Practice
Identify and analyse key legal issues in business transactions. Contract law, company law, intellectual property law, and employment law. Legal and regulatory framework for business.
Wills and Probate Practice
Legal principles in drafting wills, administering estates, and handling trusts. Critical thinking for complex legal issues. Legal professional ethics in wills and probate.
Dissertation
Independent research project in chosen area of law. Develop independent learning, synthesis, critical analysis, and evaluation skills. Creative and critical thinking contribution to legal field.
Learning Outcomes
Understand the nature, classifications, and sources of English law
Apply legal principles of precedent and statutory interpretation
Conduct effective client interviews and legal research
Draft legal documents with professional proficiency
Analyse and apply contract, tort, criminal, and land law principles
Understand UK constitution, public law, and human rights frameworks
Navigate immigration law and provide client assistance
Handle civil and criminal litigation procedures
Manage conveyancing transactions and property law matters
Apply business law principles to commercial transactions
Draft wills and manage probate and estate administration
Conduct independent legal research and analysis
Course Benefits
First and only LLB accredited by CILEx Regulation
Full exemption from CILEx professional education standards assessments
Practical experience through Bloomsbury Law Clinic
Westlaw UK Basic and Advanced certification
Multiple pathways to legal professions (Chartered Legal Executive, Solicitor, Barrister)
Hands-on clinical legal practice training
Professional legal skills development alongside academic knowledge
Flexible study schedule - 3 days per week
Strong employability prospects with accredited qualification
Opportunity to gain qualifying experience while studying
Career Opportunities
Chartered Legal Executive
Paralegal / Legal Clerk
Solicitor
Barrister
CILEx Litigator and Advocate
CILEx Practitioner (Immigration, Conveyancing, Probate, Business)
Legal Advisor
Corporate Counsel
In-House Counsel
Legal Researcher
Legal Compliance Officer
Progression Routes
- Direct qualification as Chartered Legal Executive (no CPQ required)
- Solicitor Qualifying Exam (SQE) with potential exemptions
- Bar Qualification (academic requirements met)
- Master of Laws (LLM)
- Professional legal certifications
- Specialized legal practice qualifications
Admission Requirements
Entry Requirements
- Diploma of Secondary Education or High School equivalent
Language Proficiency
English language proficiency required for international applicants
Accepted Tests:
- IELTS for UKVI Academic: Minimum score of 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each skill sub-set)
- Password Skills Plus Test: Minimum score of Accepted
Tuition and Fees
Deposit
Varies - Deposit requirements vary by intake and scholarship eligibility
Scholarships
Scholarships are available
Scholarships can cover up to Varies by intake of the tuition fees.
Accreditation
Chartered Institute of Legal Executives (CILEx) Regulation