This law degree covers the fundamentals of the English legal system, and how it differs from other systems around the world. You will develop the crucial ability to analyse complex, technical legal material and learn to effectively argue a case. This programme is a Qualifying Law Degree (QLD) – recognised by the professional bodies, the Solicitors Regulation Authority and the Bar Standards Board – providing the required legal knowledge to become a solicitor or barrister: Delivered by qualified practitioners, who bring up-to-date experience from the legal sector Lecturers, students and alumni organise frequent events such as visits to Law Courts and meetings with Supreme Court Judges including Lady Hale Guest speakers, workshops from successful alumni, an active student Law Society A dedicated Law Office providing ‘drop-in’ hours to assist with students’ development Develop distinctive attributes including professionalism, enterprise and innovation, global citizenship and social responsibility

Graduating with a law degree is a great way to enhance your career potential, both inside and outside the legal profession. This degree programme will focus on developing your transferable skills. For example: persuasive oral and written communication; analysis and evaluation; reasoning and critical judgment; problem solving; independent working and research skills. All of these skills are essential for lawyers and highly valued by employers in a range of occupations outside the legal profession. This is a qualifying law degree which exempts you from the academic stage of legal training. This means that, after graduating, you can go straight to the professional stage of training as a barrister or solicitor. A law degree is valued in many other professions and support services including company secretarial roles, accountancy, the civil service, human resources, and trading standards.