LLB (Hons) Law at Newcastle University

Programme overview

Gain an understanding of the foundations of legal knowledge and build transferable skills that will prepare you for a career in law and beyond with our Law LLB. Build strong transferable skills and prepare for a career as a solicitor, barrister, or another profession with the Newcastle Law School LLB. You'll study in a Law School that is globally engaged, yet rooted in its local community.

What you will study

All modules in Stage 1 are compulsory. They cover some of the foundations of legal knowledge modules essential for a legal professional qualification. Compulsory modules include: Legal Institutions and Method, Constitutional Law, Contract Law, Law and Ethics, Administrative Law and Human Rights, The UK and EU Law, Land Law, Criminal Law, General Principles of Tort, Equity and Trusts.

Career pathways

The Newcastle LLB will give you a diverse range of skills that will prepare you for a number of careers. Our graduates are sought after by a range of high-profile employers.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A levels: AAA excluding General Studies. IB: Minimum of 36 points, with three subjects at Higher Level grade 6 or above. If not studying a full IB Diploma - Grades 6, 6, 6 at Higher Level and completion of a national high school diploma. BTEC: Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma/OCR Cambridge Technical Level 3 Extended Diploma. DDD Overall. GCSE Mathematics and English required (minimum Grade B or 6). Scottish Highers: AAAAB (combination of Highers and Advanced Highers) with AA at Advanced Higher. Scottish qualifications can be taken in more than one sitting. English language: Applicants whose first language is not English require a minimum score of IELTS 6.5 or equivalent with no less than 5.5 in each of the four elements of the test.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). Year 1 tuition fee (full-time) Source

International applicants: GBP 26,000 a year (2027/28). Year 1 tuition fee (full-time) Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: Full time: 3 years

Apply through the official page: https://www.ncl.ac.uk/undergraduate/degrees/m101/#how-to-apply

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