LLB (Hons) in Law (Clinical Learning), Lancaster University

Lancaster,

36 Months

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About this course

This Law degree at Lancaster University emphasizes practical experience along with academic learning, with all three years involving hands-on legal work. Taught by research-active academics, students will explore technical legal topics and how law influences society. The degree employs a problem-based learning approach centered on real case-work and client advising, developing a wide range of professional and academic skills. Practical opportunities include working in the Law School's Law Clinic, supervised by local practitioners, where students provide free legal advice to the community. Moreover, the course boasts strong links to experienced law firms and chambers, offering networking opportunities. The degree structure allows for pathways in Commercial Law, Human Rights, and Criminal Law & Justice, providing focused expertise. Throughout, students enhance their legal knowledge, transferable skills, and practical competence, preparing for diverse career options in and outside the legal sector.

Why this course is highly recommended

This course is highly recommended because it combines rigorous academic learning with practical legal experience, giving students a real-world edge. The opportunity to work in the Law Clinic and participate in client advising helps develop essential skills for legal careers. The active research environment and strong links to law firms and chambers provide excellent networking prospects. Additionally, the course's focus on problem-based learning and real case-work ensures students are well-prepared for the professional environment. Lancaster’s high rankings for student experience and teaching quality in law reinforce its reputation as a top choice for aspiring lawyers.

Specialisation

Students can choose to follow one of three pathways to tailor their expertise: Commercial Law, Human Rights, or Criminal Law and Justice. Each pathway offers modules relevant to that area, such as Company Law, Competition Law, or Family Law. These pathways are recognized on the degree certificate and transcript, allowing students to develop focused knowledge in their area of interest while benefitting from a broad legal education.

Course fees

Application fees

1st year tuition fees

26.07L

Living cost

Degree requirements

Applicants generally need A level grades of AAB, with specific subject requirements not explicitly detailed. Alternative qualifications accepted include the Access to HE Diploma with 36 credits at Distinction plus 9 at Merit, and other qualifications such as BTECs, IB, Scottish Highers, and T levels, provided they meet the criteria. English language proficiency requires an IELTS score of 6.5 overall, with at least 5.5 in each component. There are no specific GCSE requirements, although overall GCSE performance is considered.

English language test

IELTS

6.5

TOEFL

PTE

DUOLINGO

Career prospects

Graduates can pursue a broad range of careers, including practicing as a barrister or solicitor, in-house legal roles, government legal service, or law center work. Many students become paralegals, work in accountancy, finance, civil service, media, policing, conveyancing, or court reporting. The degree also opens opportunities in legal recruitment, compliance, investment banking, and further academic study. Extra-curricular activities, networking events, and a dedicated Careers Officer support students’ career development, helping them stand out in competitive legal and related fields.

FAQs

What practical legal experiences are included in the course?

All three years involve hands-on legal work, with opportunities to work in the Law Clinic providing free legal advice supervised by professionals.

Are there pathways to specialise in specific areas of law?

Yes, students can choose pathways in Commercial Law, Human Rights, or Criminal Law and Justice, which are recognized on their degree certificates.