LLB (Hons) with Qualifying Status

Bachelor's degree

Blended learning in London, Birmingham (USA) and Manchester

Price on request

Description

  • Type

    Bachelor's degree

  • Methodology

    Blended

  • Location

    At 5 venues

  • Duration

    3 Years

  • Credits

    360

  • Online campus

    Yes

  • Delivery of study materials

    Yes

  • Support service

    Yes

  • Virtual classes

    Yes

Throughout this LLB (Hons) with Qualifying Status Degree at Arden, you will become increasingly immersed into the world of legal systems.

This LLB (Hons) covers the key pillars of legal knowledge, so if you're looking to kick off your career as a legal professional - look no further.

Arden University offer this Law Degree via Blended Learning, which means you spend 2 days a week in lectures at one of our study centres in either London, Manchester or Birmingham, and then study online the remainder of the time, utilising our online study portal, iLearn.

With this course you will delve into the fundamentals of English Law and EU legal system. And each module will develop your knowledge of Law and build the skills needed to pursue your chosen legal career.

Please note: the academic route training requirements for qualifying as a solicitor are changing.

The Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) have announced that, from autumn 2021, upon completion of a degree, those looking to become solicitors will be required to sit and pass two SQE exams, and complete a two-year period of qualifying work experience.

Arden’s LLB (Hons) with Qualifying Status will continue to be accepted as enrolment onto the professional stage of both barristers’ and solicitors’ training.

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Location

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Birmingham (USA)
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London
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London
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London
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Manchester (Greater Manchester)
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About this course

If you are aspiring to become a barrister or solicitor then you’ll know that starting with an LLB (Hons) with Qualifying Status Degree is a great foundation for your vocational training. Studying for your LLB (Hons) with Arden, you will:

Become fully prepared for a successful career in law
Obtain a wide range of highly transferable skills
Graduate ready to take your next steps towards becoming a barrister or solicitor; OR enter a paralegal role in a private practice

Your options are endless and it all depends on your preference. If you want to become a solicitor or barrister, you will need to take on further study or move onto the vocational training.


Qualified solicitors can also go on to fill roles such as legal executive, judge, legal secretary and contract negotiator.


You could also consider working in:


Business and commerce
Court services
Banking and finance
Local and central government
Police and prison services
Social work
Teaching

This Blended Learning LLB (Hons) has standard entry requirements. To be eligible for this course at Arden University you must have either:

Two subjects at GCE A-Level or equivalent, plus passes at grade C or above in three subjects at GCSE level or equivalent; OR
Have completed a recognised Access Programme or equivalent
If your prior learning was not taught in English we require IELTS 6.0 or equivalent (no less than 5.5 in any element).

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Subjects

  • IT Law
  • English
  • LLB
  • Law
  • Law Degree
  • Principles of law
  • Legal Skills
  • English Legal System
  • Criminal law
  • Law of Contract
  • Law and Ethics

Course programme

Modules

Year 1

  • Foundations in Legal Skills
  • English Legal System
  • Criminal Law
  • Law of Contract
  • Law and Ethics
  • Constitutional and Administrative Law

Study skills

During the first 6 weeks of year 1 (Block 1) you will also attend 4 study skills workshops, providing advice and guidance to help you achieve university success. Sessions may include Reading & Note-Taking, iLearn Online Library, Referencing & Plagiarism and Approaching Assignments. This will bring your weekly class time up to 9.5 house a week for Block 1. The following study blocks will be the usual 8 hours classroom time (+online tuition and self-guided study time).

Year 2

  • Law of Tort 1 - Tort of Negligence
  • Law of Tort 2 – Land and Other Torts
  • Civil Liberties and Human Rights
  • Law of Property
  • European Union Law
  • Pro Bono and Professional Practice

Year 3

  • Law of Evidence
  • Equity and Trusts
  • International Commercial Law
  • Legal Research Methods & Project

One optional module

  • Family Law
  • Employment Law
  • Company Law
  • Intellectual Property

Please note that the modules listed are indicative and may be subject to change. Optional modules are subject to availability.

Assessments

We use a wide variety of assessment methods at Arden, giving you the opportunity to demonstrate your strengths in more ways than one. These could include:

  • Portfolios of work
  • Essays
  • Assignments
  • Problem solving scenarios
  • Presentations
  • Exams
  • Analysis and Research Projects

LLB (Hons) with Qualifying Status

Price on request