Bachelor of Laws (Honours) (Birmingham City University)

Birmingham City University

Programme Description

This LLB Law programme is perfect for working adults who wish to study for a Law Degree with practical real-world application knowledge.

By immersing students in our unique mock courtroom, students will gain experience of realistic legal scenarios and wider academic and practical understanding across a range of legal subjects. Students will also be undertaking individual assignments and examinations to assess their skills.

This LLB Law Degree programme is recognised by the Bar Council of India. It is also accredited by the Joint Academic Stage Board of England and Wales as a Qualifying Law Degree (which enables students to progress to qualifications for a Barrister or Solicitor in the UK).

The Qualifying Law Degree (QLD) status is jointly awarded by both the Solicitors Regulation Authority and the Bar Standards Board in the UK through the Joint Academic Stage Board (JASB).

Structure and Content

This Degree programme may be completed in a minimum of 36 months on a part-time basis. Below is the programme structure:

• Criminal Law
• Law of Contract
• Law of Tort
• English Legal System and Practice
• Equity and Trusts
• Land Law
• Law of the European Union
• Public Law and Civil Rights

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Entry Requirements

This Degree programme accepts a wide range of qualifications, which includes:

• Polytechnic Diploma or an equivalent qualification
• Kaplan Diploma
• Other Private Diplomas and/or Foreign qualifications will be assessed on a case-by-case basis

In all cases, the final decision for admission to the programme rests with the University.

English Requirements:

Applicants are required to meet the University’s English language requirement.

Career Prospects and Opportunities

After graduation, students may choose to pursue the following roles (but not limited to):

• Foreign Lawyer
• In-House Counsel
• Paralegal or Law Enforcement Officer

Delivery Methods

Students will attend a combination of lectures, tutorials and workshops in the programme. Each 30 credit-point unit is supported with 48 to 60 contact hours made up of classes over weekdays.

Assessment Methods

Each unit is assessed by any combination of class participation, written assignments, projects or examinations. Assessment methods may vary according to individual unit requirements.

Graduation and Degree

Students who successfully complete and pass the modules stipulated in the course structure will be awarded the Bachelor of Laws (Honours) from Birmingham City University.

The Degree awarded will be the same as that to the on-campus graduates.

Programme Fees

The total fee covers university registration, lectures/tutorials/workshops and assessments such as assignments/tests/examinations/projects (where applicable), programme materials in digital format, Degree (if earned) and transcript.