Course overview
This law degree starts with a foundation year that builds your study, legal and research skills and introduces core subject knowledge before full degree study begins.
It suits anyone aiming for a legal or law-related career who needs a first step into university — or a refresh of their academic skills — and opens pathways towards the SQE1 (solicitor) or the Bar (barrister).
What you’ll study
Foundation year focus
- Academic study skills
- Introductory subject knowledge
- Legal skills
- Research skills
Entry requirements
- No formal qualifications needed for the foundation route — ask an adviser to check your eligibility
- International applicants: an English test such as IELTS
Career paths
- Solicitor
- Barrister
- Paralegal
- Legal Executive
- Legal Secretary
- Policing
- Politics
- Journalism
- Teaching and academia
- Tax or business consultancy
How UEC helps
Our advisers are free for students. We check your eligibility, match you with the right partner university or college, help with your application and interview, and guide you through Student Finance. Exact modules, campuses and start dates depend on the institution — book a free consultation and we’ll confirm the details for you.