LLB Bachelor of Laws at London School of Economics and Political Science

Programme overview

Explore the law from a social science perspective at one of the world’s top law schools. This LLB Bachelor of Laws degree gives you a unique opportunity to explore the law from a social science perspective – looking at its impact on society, politics, economics and business. As one of the UK’s leading legal research institutions, our academics are actively contributing to the development of law globally.

Department: LSE Law School | Duration: Three years full-time | Study mode: full-time | Intake: 27 September 2027 | Location: London, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

On this LLB degree, you’ll take core and optional courses (totalling 12 units) plus LSE100. Compulsory and core courses include Introduction to Legal Systems, Contract Law, Tort Law, Public Law, Criminal Law, Legal Studies Skills, Introduction to Careers in Law, The LSE Course, Property, Foundational Practice Skills.

Career pathways

Recent leavers have secured training contracts at world renowned law firms, whilst others have been taken on as analysts and consultants. Others still have used the legal and social insights gained in their degree to set up their own NGOs or start their own businesses.

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Application information

Entry requirements

GCSE: For GCSEs, you’ll need several GCSE grades at A (or 7) and A* (or 8-9). As a minimum, we ask for GCSE English Language and Mathematics grades at B (6) or higher. A-levels: A*AA. IB Diploma: 39 points overall. 766 in higher level subjects. IB contextual offer: 37 points overall. 666 in higher level subjects. Subjects: Whilst a fourth AS-level or Extended Project (EP) is not required, we recognise the value of these additional subjects for providing useful skills and breadth of learning, and would encourage students to take up these opportunities where available. We understand, however, that not every student has the opportunity to complete a fourth AS or EP. All applicants must sit the Law National Admissions Test (LNAT).

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). Set at the UK Government maximum; may rise in later years. Source

International applicants: GBP 37,500 a year (2027/28). Overseas fee stays the same for each year of full-time study. Source

Intake: 27 September 2027

Duration: Three years full-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.lse.ac.uk/study-at-lse/Undergraduate/Prospective-Students/How-to-Apply

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