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LLB (Hons) Law

UCAS CODE: M100 (Full-time) or M10F (Foundation Year)

TARIFF: 104 - 128 (Full-time) or 32 - 56 (Foundation Year)

Do you want to be at the centre of law and order, governance, and justice? Take the first steps towards a legal based career with our LLB (Hons) Law degree from BNU's Business and Law School. Whether it’s holding people to account or protecting the innocent, our course will provide you with a strong foundation of legal knowledge and an understanding of how the law operates. The curriculum is designed to reflect changes in legal education and the routes to qualification as solicitors and barristers.

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Why study LLB (Hons) Law at BNU?

Get workplace ready

Studying an LLB (Hons) Law degree at BNU's Business and Law School is an exciting opportunity that provides you with a knowledge of the law, develops high-level transferable and applied skillsets in legal practice, advocacy and research. BNU is a student focused and employer led university, with you at the forefront of all that we do. Whether you want to be a legal practitioner, work on regulation and contracts, helping transform governance by designing policies and advocating or making an impact through politics as a champion of social change, we can help enhance your employability.

Having a degree that meets the requirements of the Solicitors Regulatory Authority, the academic stage requirements for the new, centralised external Solicitors Qualifying Exam (SQE) and Bar council, will provide the perfect opportunity to kickstart your legal career.

Work Placement Opportunities

We have a regular placement opportunity with the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) which is open to all Law students, offering real world experience of what your working life after university might look like. This workplace experience allows you to put your studies into action and can help you stand out to employers on graduation. Additionally, short term work experience is occasionally available with local law firms.

Realistic training facilities

The Law School has a dedicated moot room where you can practice your advocacy skills in a courtroom setting. We have gowns and wigs to create an authentic experience.

As well as the support from our lecturers, our Students’ Union has a Mooting Society, giving you the perfect opportunity to get involved in mock trials and pursue your passion for law outside of your timetable. It allows you to meet with likeminded students and practise court proceedings and arguing your case. You may even have the opportunity to participate in varsity and national mooting competitions.

Industry insight

Our law course has been specifically designed with an international and contemporary perspective. It is designed to focus on contemporary issues in law with an innovative teaching approach that underscores employability and professional skills and practice.

Not all learning is done inside of a lecture theatre. There are plenty of chances to visit magistrates’ courts to participate in bail applications, visit Parliament and law courts to experience first-hand how they operate on a day-to-day basis. You can also meet guest speakers from across the legal industry, including judges, magistrates and law firms and learn more about how you can apply your knowledge in the workplace.

Expert tutors

Our staff cover a range of specialist topics. Course Leader Sukhninder Panesar is a leading expert in the field of Property, Trusts and Commercial law. Other expertise in the school include International Law, European Union Law, Criminal Law, International Commercial Law and Dispute Resolution.

What will I study?

You’ll cover diverse subject areas including civil and criminal human relationships and rights, legal practice and Law of Torts, as well as equity and trusts. Studying such varied topics will help you understand how law interacts with society and government. You will also develop key skills, such as understanding complex information, attention to detail and analytical thinking which will ensure you are well placed to enter the employment market.

Our Law course embeds professional skills modules in your first and second year. This gives you the opportunity to develop a high level of legal and employability skills. It will help enhance your career opportunities and enable you to stand out from the crowd to future employers.

We are focused on providing you with all the building blocks you need to create a solid understanding of the law. During your second year, you will study the Law of Torts and property law and begin to develop your independent research skills with the research methods module. You’ll learn to apply, analyse and evaluate the principles and theories and be able to reference and apply them to contemporary situations. You will be able to choose optional modules from family and child law, employment law, and human rights and social justice.

In your final year, you’ll focus on preparing yourself for life after BNU. In addition to equity and trusts law, you will undertake an independent dissertation project on an area of law of your choice. This will help you to illustrate how you have developed a depth of understanding through a combination of critical analysis and evaluation.

You’ll be able to choose from a further range of additional optional modules. These include advocacy and alternative dispute resolution, intellectual property law, contemporary legal issues, international law, and medical law and ethics.

BNU Law students at the Royal Courts of Justice in London

The lecturers on this course are very professional whilst teaching and are also very understanding when students ask questions and need support.

Maria Guterres

How will I be taught and assessed?

At Buckinghamshire New University we like to foster an interactive and student-focused teaching style. We blend lectures, seminars, one-to-one workshops, tutorial sessions, independent study and guest speakers to enhance the learning experience.

Our lecturers in the Business and Law School work hard to ensure that you learn the latest industry standard practices and knowledge. To support in the delivery of this we also welcome industry experts and professionals to deliver guest lectures who share their experience of the latest legal rulings and cases.

Seminars and workshops have been created to provide you with the chance to interact and collaborate with others. You’ll engage with the subject matter, identify legal issues and take part in discussion/formulate legal arguments.

Throughout your studies you will carry out the following assessment activities:

written coursework, in the form of essays, reports or client advice
group and individual presentations
role play advice (presenting a criminal bail case in court, legal debating (mooting), legal advice exhibition, mediation and negotiation)
written examinations.

There are field trips included in the course and I have sat in real time court cases and also participated in a mock bail application in the local magistrates court. This has also included visiting the Royal Courts and Supreme Court in London. There are networking opportunities available through frequent visits from high profile speakers and organisations.

Theo Mukamuri

Useful documents

LLB (Hons) Law Programme Specification

What are the course entry requirements?

A typical offer will require a UCAS tariff score of: 104 - 128 (Full-time) or 32 - 56 (Foundation Year)

UCAS points can be obtained through qualifications such as A levels, T levels, BTEC or an Access to Higher Education course in a relevant subject. Please list all your qualifications on the application form as you will be asked to provide copies when we receive your application.

A minimum of two full A-levels (or equivalent) is required. Every application is considered on an individual basis.

For further details of our international English entry requirements, please visit our international pages.

Those with no previous study, work experience, or who do not meet the specified entry requirements, including demonstrating the necessary knowledge and understanding, are welcome to apply for the 3-year LLB (Hons) degree, however may be offered the four-year programme which includes a Foundation Year.

Modules

This provides a guide of the modules that make up your course. You can find more information about how your course is structured on our Academic Advice section.

Students starting in September 2025 will have the flexibility to choose their modules in the second and third years, complemented by a subject-specific curriculum in your first year.

Foundation Year

Core Modules

Credits

Law in Practice

��Ӱ�� the essence of civil and criminal law in England and Wales, including creation and enforcement. You’ll delve into European and International law relations, legal specialties, and hone skills like legal reasoning and problem-solving in a practical context.

Law in Society

Building on the content studied in Law in Practice, you’ll grow your legal knowledge and skills to create essays or reports on issues in society. You’ll debate current topics, understand the law’s role in various contexts, and apply legal reasoning to produce an independent study.

Developing Personal Effectiveness

This module hones your study and job skills, fostering leadership and resilience. You’ll learn BNU’s values and support systems, bridging academic skills with employability to thrive at university and beyond.

Research in Practice

In Research in Practice, you’ll master key research skills, from methodologies to efficient library use. You’ll practice summarizing and critical reading, tailored to your field, through interactive workshops, setting a strong foundation for your academic and professional growth.

Communications in Practice

This module provides you with vital workplace communication skills and professional growth. You’ll engage in group work to explore industry communications through PESTEL analysis and develop a live industry demo. You’ll gain insights via practical seminars, real-life examples, and case studies, preparing you for effective communication.

Live Learning Project

In this module, you’ll lead a mini-project. You will be taught and then use project management techniques as well as applying skills from other modules. You’ll tackle real-world problems, enhance your expertise, and gain confidence through regular tutorials and case study discussions.

Year 1

Core Modules

Credits

Law of Contract

20

Credits: 20

You will be able to develop your knowledge of the principles of contract law and evolve your understanding of how these principles are applied in private and commercial contexts.

Criminal Law

20

Credits: 20

This module aims to provide you with a substantive knowledge and understanding of the basic legal rules and principles underpinning Criminal Law. The content includes the main elements of specific offences, partial defences and general defences.

English Legal System

20

Credits: 20

This module aims to introduce you to the fundamental concepts of the legal system of England & Wales. You will gain substantive knowledge and understanding of the basic legal rules and principles underpinning the English Legal System, the sources of the English Legal System, statutes, precedent and the English court systems.

European Union Law

20

Credits: 20

You’ll cover topics including history of EU, sources of law, institutions, law-making, the relationship between EU and national law, EU remedies in national courts, and some procedural EU law in national and European courts. You will look at the provisions of internal market law and economic integration.

Public Law

20

Credits: 20

You will gain a knowledge and understanding of the basis legal rules and principles underpinning Public Law in United Kingdom. Topics including the relationship between the state and the individual, the key sources of the constitution, the doctrine of the separation of powers between the executive, legislature and the monarchy will be explored.

Legal Practice and Skills

20

Credits: 20

This module will provide you with opportunities to develop and practice key skills. You’ll gain an understanding of basic Legal Practice and Skills, such as the ability to draft legal documents and legal study skills you will need to study law as an academic discipline.

Year 2

Core Modules

Credits

Law of Torts

20

Credits: 20

This module introduces concepts, principles and policy relevant to modern tort law, including tort as a means of compensating victims and as a loss distribution mechanism. You’ll study the tort of negligence, vicarious liability and an outline of the principles governing compensation for personal injury and death.

Property Law

20

Credits: 20

You’ll gain a substantive knowledge and understanding of the fundamental legal rules and principles underpinning Land Law. You will cover topics including the nature of property, the types of estates and interests categorised as real property (land) and the effect of those estates, interests and rights on the owners and on third parties.

Research Methods

20

Credits: 20

The aim of the module is to provide you with an introduction to research methods and the skills necessary for planning and conducting research and enquiry within their field of study, discipline or professional contexts.

Ethics in Legal Practice

20

Credits: 20

You’ll study how professional ethics forms the foundation of professional regulation and underpins how lawyers advise and represent their clients and engage in legal practice. You will focus on the practical skills that all practising lawyers must develop i.e. practical legal research, interviewing, advocacy, writing, drafting and negotiation.

Optional Modules

Credits

Family and Child Law

20

Credits: 20

This module seeks to focus on formation and dissolution of marriages, and provision for and parental/state responsibilities to children. You’ll be introduced to the social context that informs the development of Family and Child Law. Cohabitation and civil partnerships between both heterosexual and homosexual couples will be included.

Employment Law

20

Credits: 20

This module will introduce you to the sources of employment law. You will analyse why it is important to ascertain whether someone is an employee, worker or self-employed in terms of legal status. The nature of the employment contract will be analysed. The whole concept of wrongful and unfair dismissal will be discussed as well as redundancy.

Human Rights and Social Justice

20

Credits: 20

You will learn the current legal debates and theories and criticisms surrounding global human rights issues. This module will allow you to look at the balancing of varying rights, such as right to privacy vs freedom of expression. Finally, you’ll examine social rights, and more specifically workers’ rights, protected in the various Conventions.

Business Law and Practice

20

Credits: 20

Examine the legal relationship and obligations of businesses to their stakeholders, customers, suppliers, and employees. Learn about various business structures such as: sole trader, partnership and limited companies. You’ll study the rights and obligations of directors and partners, both contractual and non-contractual, as well as regulation law.

Year 3

Core Modules

Credits

Equity and Trusts

20

Credits: 20

This module will provide you with an understanding of the basic legal rules and principles of Equity and Trusts. You’ll study topics including, the nature of Equity, the three certainties, the beneficiary principle, non- charitable purpose trust, constitution of the trust, resulting trust, constructive trust, charitable trusts and secret trusts.

Dissertation

20

Credits: 20

This module will allow you to examine a contemporary legal issue or address a specific area of the law where there is uncertainty in terms of its application and indeed what is the law. You’ll gain the knowledge and skills to identify and carry out a small research project around a contemporary legal topic and to write it as a dissertation.

Optional Modules

Credits

Advocacy and Alternative Dispute Resolution

20

Credits: 20

This module gives the opportunity to engage with the practical legal skills and techniques of dispute resolution, advocacy, mediation and negotiation. These skills will help you prepare, manage, present and respond to a case or legal argument before a court or other tribunal both orally and in writing.

Intellectual Property Law

20

Credits: 20

You’ll develop a solid knowledge of the intellectual property system, with particular emphasis on the laws of copyright, patents, passing off, trademarks and breach of confidence. You’ll have the opportunity to identify and explore the rationales for intellectual property protection within current legal situations.

Contemporary Legal Issues

20

Credits: 20

This module is designed to be reflective of current events so could change to ensure you’re learning the latest. Depending on what legal issue is on the news, it may be included in this module. You’ll engage in critical debate on the ‘hot’ topics of the world, adopting a legal perspective (i.e. abortion rights and euthanasia rights).

International Law

20

Credits: 20

Develop your understanding and knowledge of the basic legal rules and principles underpinning Public International Law. Expand your knowledge as you cover topics that include sources of international law, treaty law, statehood, international organisations, the United Nations and international law, and the law of armed conflict.

Medical Law and Ethics

20

Credits: 20

Medical law is topical and evolving and consists of law, public opinion, ethics and science. You’ll examine the legal framework that governs medical treatment and consider key ethical issues for professionals and the influence of professional guidance in relation to patient consent, doctor/patient confidentiality and clinical negligence claims.

What are the tuition fees

Home

Home Foundation Year, Academic Year 2025 - 2026: £5,760 *
Home, Academic Year 2025 - 2026: £9,535 per year *

International

Overseas/International Foundation Year, Academic Year 2025 - 2026: £15,150 *
Overseas/International, Academic Year 2025 - 2026: £15,150 per year *

Following the Government’s announcement of 4 November 2024, we will be increasing our full-time undergraduate tuition fees for UK students to £9,535 per year from the start of the 2025/26 academic year. Our part-time fees for UK undergraduate students will increase to £7,145 per annum. Please visit , on the Government’s website, for more information about the changes.

Tuition fees for Home undergraduate students (including with foundation year) may increase in subsequent years for both new and continuing students in line with an inflationary amount determined by the Government.  

Tuition fees for both new and continuing international students may be subject to an inflationary increase based on the Consumer Price Index (CPI) for the 12-month period to 31 January each year.  

Tuition fees for postgraduate courses and CPD may be subject to an inflationary increase based on the Consumer Price Index (CPI) for the 12-month period to 31 January each year. This increase will apply to both new and continuing students.  

We understand, and really appreciate, the significant financial commitment our students make when they choose to study at BNU. We take our responsibilities to our students very seriously, and are ambitious for each to reach their full potential and succeed in their chosen career. Our fees help us to continue providing our students with a high-quality education, and to invest in the services and facilities which create an excellent student experience at BNU.

The following factors will be considered by the University when we set the annual fees: measures of inflation such as the retail price indices; projected increases in University costs; and any changes in the level of funding for teaching received from the Government.

Additional course costs and financial support

Most courses will involve some additional costs that are not covered by your fees.
You could benefit from financial support through a bursary or scholarship during your time as a student. For more details visit our financial support, bursaries and scholarships section.

What are my career prospects?

You’ll graduate with an LLB (Hons) Law Degree recognised by the SRA (Solicitors Regulation Authority) with admittance to the vocational stage of study for solicitors, the SQE (Solicitors Qualifying Examination), and for Barristers, The Bar Council and admittance to the Bar Training Course (BTC). You will also develop a high level of competency in communication and analysis. These attributes are attractive to a range of graduate employers, including those offering careers in legal practice, law enforcement, regulation and compliance, policy making and the justice system. You will also be prepared to undertake postgraduate academic legal study.

Careers in the law industry are very competitive and our law academic team will work alongside the BNU Careers Service to support you in finding voluntary opportunities within and outside of legal environments whilst you are studying with us. This is a useful way to apply the knowledge and skills you are learning in the workplace and gain key connections and experience in the industry.

Law related careers are highly sought after across the globe. Having the foundation of having studied a degree in the subject the world becomes your oyster. The topics you will study on this programme and the transferrable skills you will have developed will help make international careers easily accessible.