LLB (Hons) Law at University of Sunderland

We offer a range of extracurricular activities to improve your CV, including the client interviewing competition, student negotiation competition, and mooting competition. You'll also have the opportunity to publish your work in the Sunderland Student Law Journal (a peer-reviewed academic journal). Our annual student trip to London to visit Parliament, the Royal Courts of Justice, and the Supreme Court will bring your study of public law to life. You can also build your leadership and organisational skills by joining our Student Law Society.

Department: Law  |  Duration: 3 years full-time  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: September 2026, January 2027  |  Location: Sunderland, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

The course also covers the foundations of legal knowledge you need to become a barrister. It builds the skills you need for further study, such as a master’s degree or a doctorate. You'll learn from experienced legal practitioners and research-active staff. You'll also receive a high level of support and engaging teaching to help you achieve your goals.

Career pathways

LLB (Hons) provides you with the essential knowledge and skills for a career in the legal sector. The course covers the legal knowledge you need to prepare for the Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE). You can also practice SQE-style questions as part of your studies.

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